Join the next informal gathering for locals to meet and catch up on all things surrounding the Aylesham Development.

Aylesham Community Action are campaigning for the Aylesham Centre development to be for:

1. Local people to be properly consulted.

2. A development that meets local needs.

3. A plan that fits well with the character of Peckham.

All Peckham locals welcome! Come along, even if you’re late, or can only stay for a few minutes, all are welcome.

The next instalment of Little Baobab's regular African music nights at Peckham Levels.

You can expect two live music performances and the best Senegalese food in London available from Little Baobab throughout the night. Come and join the place for London's African music and food lovers.

This time, a new act called THE BROTHERS FROM THE WEST will open the night, bringing their unique blend of West African musical traditions.

Then, ABDOULAYE SAMB & MINNJIARABY will play a full band set, showcasing Abdoulaye's Senegalese blues inspired by Fula and Mandinka cultures.

LITTLE BAOBAB, London's premiere Senegalese restaurant, have food available to purchase throughout the night including classic Senegalese dishes (Thiebou Dienne, Yassa and Mafe), as well as snacks, juices and desserts.

PECKHAM CARBOOT X WAVEY GARMS XMAS BOOT

Two SE London legends come together to bring you a cosy indoor carboot with mulled wine and music for Peckham’s last boot of the year.

15th December
11-4PM

11-12PM (£5 early bird)
12-4PM (£2 entry)

Book now on Peckham Carboot’s website. Walk-in pitches only.

The very first Peckham Festive Market is moving inside to our Gig Space on Level 5.

Stock up on handmade gifts for Christmas and support some of the best local makers in Peckham. Warm up with a mulled wine from the bar while you’re at it!

Drop by any time from 10am-5pm.

Calling all fans of the Whoniverse! 

Celebrate this festive season by showing off your "Great Intelligence" when it comes to all things Doctor Who! Assemble your Tardis crew & prepare to tackle the trickiest trivia in the galaxy... 

Following the brilliant response to our first Whovian Quiz we are back with an all new bumper edition - including bonus rounds all about our beloved Christmas & New Year Specials. From robot Santas to baby-eating Goblins, this is a brilliant night to showcase your love of the Doctor. 

Plus plenty of questions about your favourite aliens, companions and villains.

What are you waiting for? Run! 

In partnership with Jubel Brewery.

• Doors open at 7:30pm

• Quiz starts at 8:00pm

• Tickets are £3 per person, teams no bigger than 6 people

• First Place: £50 Bar Tab

• 20% off drinks for ticket holders throughout the night

• Food served all evening

On Sunday 1st December, Riot join forces with Berlin based collective Putikinio in collaboration with La Sur Real Film Festival to bring you a day of film screenings featuring art house short films focused on fetish, sex work, kink & more, as well as a market, panel talk platforming trans voices + a social hosted by @feeldco. 

Expect:

• 10 short independent art house films exploring sex work, kink, fetish, sex positivity & more

• Full market from independent makers for all of your sustainable xmas shopping!

• Panel talk platforming Trans Voices in the Kink Community

• Social held by @feeldco for a chance to connect with cuties

Order some wings or a burger from Fat Boys and then take your pick between Monopoly, Dominoes, Beer Pong, Connect 4, XBOX 360 and a lot more.

There will be banging tunes & drinks available from the bar until past midnight. Guaranteed to be a good time!

GAMES:
Monopoly
Dominoes
Ludo
Articulate
Beer Pong
Playing Cards
Connect 4
XBOX 360 (so bring a pad if you have one)
Dream cast with all our childhood games.
Plus more ..

Embrace your uniqueness and let your voice shine bright at a poetry night that inspires the courage and creativity of the diaspora,

Calling all the rebels, misfits, and trailblazers! Step into the limelight and join us for an unforgettable evening of poetic enchantment at "Outcasts on the Mic"- A spoken word night to make you feel at home away from home.

If you belong to a diaspora, this is the place to be. If you've ever felt the longing for belonging, the joy of connecting with fellow diaspora souls, and the complexities of bridging two worlds, this event is your safe haven. We stand united in our diverse backgrounds, sharing our stories, and empowering one another through the power of poetry. Our stage becomes your space for self-expression, where your stories and emotions take centre stage without judgment. So bring your tales of triumph, defiance, laughter, and even heartache – we'll hold each word with utmost care and respect.

With open mic slots available and two incredible headliners, we're sure to make the night one to remember.

In 18th-century France, young painter Marianne is commissioned to do the wedding portrait of Héloïse without her knowing. Therefore, Marianne must observe her model by day to paint her portrait at night. Day by day, the two women become closer as they share Héloïse's last moments of freedom before the impending wedding.

Released to critical acclaim and winner of the Queer Palm at Cannes (becoming the first film directed by a woman to win the award), Céline Sciamma's Portrait of a Lady on Fire was voted one of the greatest films of all time in the Sight and Sound 'Greatest Films of All Time' poll in 2022.

Bad Gal Film Club is a community dedicated to championing women in cinema both on and off screen. The mission is simple: we’re passionate about amplifying women’s voices, and strive to build a community of film lovers who have an interest in women-centric cinema.

Attention photographers: join Darklight for a night of bold conversation and no-fluff insights with industry insiders.

An evening of unfiltered discussion and transparency from industry insiders, especially for pro photographers.

A panel of expert commissioners will be at your disposal, here to break down the barriers. Find out what really goes on behind the scenes when they’re picking photographers for gigs. How do you get noticed? What’s a total turn-off? And what do they actually want to see in your work?

Hosted by Sarah Williams – Co-founder of Darklight and art buying and production extraordinaire. Sarah will keep things raw and real during the 40 minute discussion with the panel.

Caleb Azumah Nelson is a British-Ghanaian writer, photographer and filmmaker, living in South East London. 

Caleb was was selected by the Observer as one of the '10 Best Debut Novelists of 2021', and his debut novel OPEN WATER was chosen by the Booksellers Association as its Fiction Book of the Month for February 2021.

OPEN WATER has since been longlisted for the Desmond Elliot prize and the Gordon Burn prize, shortlisted for the Waterstones Book of the Year 2021, and won the Costa First Novel Award 2021. In 2022 it was selected as Waterstones Paperback of the Month and longlisted for the 2022 Dylan Thomas Prize. 

Caleb's second novel, SMALL WORLDS has received high praise, with Katie Kitamura calling Caleb’s prose “unmatched in its musicality and sensitivity” and Candice Carty Williams stating that it is “Beautiful, unforgettable and all-consuming”.

Chiminyo Presents: NRG 5 + Vandorta

After the storming successes of the first 4 editions of NRG at 91 Living Room and Ronnie Scott’s, Chiminyo brings his improvised, live recorded album concept to Peckham Levels as part of the 2024 London Jazz Festival.

Bringing together some of the finest electronic and jazz musicians in London, they present a night of improvised groove & spontaneous energy (NRG).

• Charlie Stacey (Keyboard/Synths)

• Kaidi Akinnibi (Saxophone & FX)

• Oscar Jerome (Guitar)

• Rudi Creswick (Bass Guitar)

• Magnus Mehta (Percussion)

These guys have toured the globe many times over and released music under their own names/projects and alongside many esteemed musicians, including the likes of Gary Bartz, Yussef Dayes, wizkid, Blue Lab Beats, Shabaka Hutchings, Nubya Garcia and so many more! So you know this is going to be a pure-fire night not to be missed. Remember to bring your finest NRG (energy) as these gigs are recorded and released on Chiminyo’s label NRG discs.

Taking over turntable duties afterwards is London DJ Vandorta. An avid crate digger with a particular ear for all things funky, she has brought her eclectic musical tastes to prominent London venues such as the Jazz Cafe and KOKO; and has played festival sets at Gilles Peterson’s We Out Here and the inaugural Basket of Light Festival in Wales.

Her wide-ranging tastes and musical knowledge has been shaped by her work at esteemed Soho record institution, Sounds of the Universe, where she works behind the counter. Since 2019, she has hosted a regular radio show on Balamii Radio and has made guest appearances on NTS, Soho Radio and Vinyl Factory Live.

We’re thrilled to welcome Deeper Into Movies back to Peckham Levels for more expertly curated screenings of cult classics, overlooked gems and important contemporary cinema.

Unpopular high school senior best friends PJ and Josie start a fight club to try to impress and hook up with cheerleaders. They soon find themselves in over their heads when the most popular students start beating each other up in the name of self-defense.

Get ready to laugh until your stomach hurts at this night of hilarious live comedy hosted by Paul Certi.

Peckham’s own Paul Certi is bringing the culture back to the streets with five of the best comedians on the circuit and a surprise guest headliner as seen on TV.

After the comedy show, the fun doesn't stop as the night moves into an epic After Party to keep the good times rolling. Hosted by Peckham native, the legendary DJ Big Ryde. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening of laughter and celebration!

Tickets are limited and it is bound to sell out, so secure your tickets ASAP. Super Early Bird tickets start from £10 for both events but, once they are gone they are gone.

Join GAG for a night dedicated to raising awareness and support for Palestine and Lebanon.

What to Expect:

• Live Music & Spoken Word: Enjoy performances by Deep Tan, Comic Sans and other artists to be announced, along with spoken word from Diba.

• DJ Sets: Jo Hara on the decks.

• Silent Auction: Participate in our silent auction, with all proceeds going directly to support relief efforts.

All proceeds from ticket sales, donations, and the silent auction will benefit Sanabel and Sadaqah Teams, two trusted charities providing essential food, water, and aid to those in Gaza and Lebanon affected by the ongoing genocide.

Host: the fabulous Vanilla Parker Balls will be your guide for the evening, ensuring you have a blast while supporting a meaningful cause.

Join us in making a difference while enjoying a night of art and activism.

Who ever heard of a twenty-nine question quiz?

Well you'll be getting much more than that in this tidy trivia night all about sitcom's favourite couple - Gavin & Stacey. And we promise none of the answers will be Gary Lineker! Expect a fun-filled evening for fans of the show from Billericay to Barry Island.

Put your knowledge of Uncle Bryn & Pamelaaa to the test in the ultimate Gavin & Stacey quiz. The winning team will win a proper lush prize of a £50 bar tab!

Come and have a cwtch with us for this once in a blue moon treat!

In partnership with JUBEL.

• Doors open at 7:30pm

• Quiz starts at 8:00pm

• Tickets are £3 per person, teams no bigger than 6 people

• First Place: £50 Bar Tab

• 20% off drinks for ticket holders throughout the night

• Food served all evening

• Over 18s only

KAIDI AKINNIBI, LIDSTROM LIPERE + BARRELL JONES (DJ) 

An unmissable line-up of some of the most exciting players, beatmakers and selectors on the London jazz scene for what promises to be a fascinating night of forward-facing music of the highest quality.

Kaidi Akinnibi:

From South London, up-and-coming saxophonist Kaidi Akinnibi has already worked with an eclectic variety of artists including the likes of Tom Misch, Black Midi, Blue Lab Beats & Mark Kavuma’s Banger Factory. A standout member of London’s creative, vibrant jazz scene.

Although his fluent and thoughtful playing is rooted in the classic jazz genres, growing up in South London and learning from the Kinetika Bloco and the Jazz Warriors families, Kaidi has always had a multi-faceted outlook on music. His own music is, as he puts it “more vocal orientated, taking its influence from a broad base of electronica, jazz and classical music to create soundscapes reminiscent of movie soundtracks”. Though still in his early 20’s, Kaidi is already making his presence strongly felt on London’s vibrant, creative jazz scene.

Lidstrom Lipere feat. Rudi Creswick:

Tilé “DVo’ Gichigi and Axel Kaner-Lidstrom share a long music history, from the early days of the London jazz scene to collaborating on two albums with heavy-hitters, Cykada. During this time the two of them spoke of launching a duo project countless times.

Good things come to those who wait.

This project is an expression of their friendship, their love of music that makes your face screw up, and surrendering to wild and free improvisations, following the inner voice to revel in the beauty of the moment.

Barrell Jones (DJ):

Barrel Jones is a talented drummer known for his dynamic performances with jazz saxophonist Nubya Garcia and genre-blending artist Obongjayar. Beyond his drumming career, Barrel has made a name for himself in South London’s nightlife scene, curating a series of vibrant club nights. When he’s behind the decks as a DJ, he guarantees an electric atmosphere, turning every night into an unforgettable party.

UAL returns to Peckham Levels for its second Intercultural Zine Exchange and Publishing Fair.

Zines and publications made by students and staff at UAL, as well as other publishers and collectives from South London will be showcased.

Whether you’d like to exchange zines with others, network with local publishing professionals or just take a look at UAL’s zine collection, join us on the day to celebrate the huge variety of zines being made by artists and designers at UAL and beyond!

NOVARA MEDIA DOWNSTREAM IRL:
ASH SARKAR IN CONVERSATION WITH ANDREAS MALM

Has humanity already missed its chance to avert catastrophic climate breakdown? 

In this exclusive Novara Media Downstream IRL, Ash Sarkar will meet with Andreas Malm, bestselling author of How To Blow Up A Pipeline, to talk about how the fossil fuel industry managed to reconcile us with the idea that unbearable levels of global heating are simply inevitable – and how to break out of the deadly state of ‘business as usual’.

Andreas' new book, Overshoot, co-authored with climate scholar Wim Carton, is a scathing critique of proposals to geo-engineer our way out of climate disaster.

Following the conversation, there will be an opportunity for the audience to ask questions, and we’ll be hosting a social in the bar. Copies of Andreas’ book will be available to purchase, along with Novara merch.

All the money made from the event will support Novara Media’s independent, truthful journalism.

Novara Media is an independent media organisation addressing the issues that are set to define the 21st century, from a crisis of capitalism to racism and climate change. 

Unleash your creative spark at the next R.S.V.P. (Raps, Songs, Vibes, Poems) open mic night.

RSVP is a space where creatives can express themselves, be inspired and inspire others.

At these nights, people can perform in whatever art form they like, whether that’s spoken word, poetry, rapping, singing, dancing or all of the above, If you want to be part of the vibe or just catch a vibe, this is the space for you.

Share your work in a supportive and safe environment, and be part of a night you won't forget.

MOROCCO BOUND x PECKHAM LEVELS: MISTY MILLER, THE LAST WHOLE EARTH CATALOG + UNDERDOWN

South East London’s grassroots space for books, poetry and live music, Morocco Bound are teaming up with Peckham Levels for a showcase of three of the most exciting songwriting talents south of the river.

Come and discover new, independent music up close and personal in a former car park.

Misty Miller:

“Songstress of the South”, Misty Miller is a musician from South London who first gained attention with her self-titled debut album in 2011 at just 16 years old. Shortly after, she signed with Sony and released her album, The Whole Family Is Worried. However, her experience with the label left her disillusioned with the music industry. In 2019, Misty returned to performing under her own name, resurrected and renewed. Now releasing music independently, she has recently released her latest single, Too Heavy. Though she has chosen a path away from the mainstream, Misty remains a respected figure within her local music community, known for her authenticity and unwavering dedication to her craft.

The Last Whole Earth Catalog:

The Last Whole Earth Catalog is a free form, stream of consciousness, meta jazz, joke on the bubblegum wrapper experiential timepiece, with the minute hand ticking on and the hour hand on whatever the heck the time is.

Underdown:

Underdown is a musician, writer and poet, originally from South Wales. His songs are meditations on memory, love and loss, and seamlessly blend the sound and soul of the early 70s with 50s rock ‘n roll flair.