Adult Learning and Skills Service
Tuesday 27 to Thursday 29 October 2026 | 10am to 3pm | Free Entry
Join us at the Macbeth Centre this October for three days of free activities, talks, workshops and cultural experiences celebrating Black History Month. Whether you're interested in local history, creative arts, health and wellbeing, music, food or inspiring conversations, there's something for everyone.
Most activities are drop-in, so you can come along and take part whenever suits you. No booking is required unless stated otherwise.
Get involved in creative activities celebrating Black culture:
Experience the tastes and traditions of the Caribbean and Africa through our food-themed activities:
*Due to limited capacity the cookery workshops must be booked in advance to secure your place.
Hear from acclaimed guests and community voices throughout the event, including:
Take some time for yourself with free wellbeing activities, including:
Most sessions are free and available on a drop-in basis, with no booking necessary.
However, places on the Caribbean Cookery Workshops are limited and must be booked in advance. Participants will also be asked to provide details of any food allergies when booking.
Black History Month at the Macbeth Centre
📅 Tuesday 27 to Thursday 29 October 2026
🕙 10am to 3pm daily
📍 Macbeth Centre, Hammersmith, W6 9JJ
🎟 Free entry
Come along, explore inspiring stories, discover local heritage, enjoy live music, try something new and celebrate the richness and diversity of Black culture with your local community.
For further information, contact 020 8753 3600 or alssinfo@lbhf.gov.uk.
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TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER 2026 |
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Storytelling with Stella Oni |
10.00 – 11.30 |
Drop-in |
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Spoken-word and rap writing |
12.00 – 13.00 |
Drop-in |
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Caribbean cookery – adults |
13.00 – 15.00 |
Booking req. |
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Jerk Corner (pay on the day) |
13.00 – 15.00 |
Drop-in |
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New Generation Steel Orchestra |
13.00 – 15.00 |
Drop-in |
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WEDNESDAY 28 OCTOBER 2026 |
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Carnival arts workshop – session |
10.00 – 12.00 |
Drop-in |
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Finance, tax and business advice |
11.00 – 12.00 |
Drop-in |
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Spoken-word and rap writing |
12.00 – 13.00 |
Drop-in |
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Caribbean cookery – family |
13.00 – 15.00 |
Booking req. |
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In conversation with Tina Andrews |
13.30 – 15.00 |
Drop-in |
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THURSDAY 29 OCTOBER 2026 |
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Black history trail 2 |
10.00 – 11.00 |
Drop-in |
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Carnival arts workshop – session 2 |
10.00 – 12.00 |
Drop-in |
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African superfoods and their global influence with Beata |
11.00 – 13.00 |
Drop-in |
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Gaverne’s poster tour |
11.30 – 13.00 |
Drop-in |
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Spoken-word and rap writing |
12.00 – 13.00 |
Drop-in |
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Beginners’ ballet |
13.00 – 15.00 |
Drop-in |
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Glow with Confidence: a Black History Month skincare experience |
13.00 – 14.30 |
Drop-in |
