SEASONED - In Celebration of Black History Month

Description

  • Live Music, Activity and Food/Drink Festival
  • Tickets from free
  • East London
  • Afrobeats, Hip Hop/RnB and Reggae
  • All Ages Welcome
  • Fri, 18th Oct 2024 @ multiple start times (see ticket info)
  • Multiple start times (see ticket info)

Seasoned: A Celebration of Black History Through Food, Music, and Culture

🎉 Date: Friday 18th October 2024 until Sunday 20th October 224
📍 Location: Mercato Ilford, 3 Chadwick Rd, Ilford IG1 1EQ


Event Overview:
Get ready to embark on a journey celebrating the richness of Black history and culture through food, music, and art. "Seasoned" is a vibrant event that brings together culinary traditions from across the globe, soulful music, and cultural workshops. Whether you're a foodie, a music lover, or simply looking to connect with the rich history of the African diaspora, this event is for you.


Event Highlights:

🍲 A Feast of Flavours
Taste an array of delicious dishes from around the world, each telling a unique story of heritage, innovation, and perseverance. From classic soul food to Caribbean, African, and Creole delicacies, this food fair will offer something for every palate. Prebook your tickets and receive 10% off Twerk n' Jerk or Injera Hub.

🎶 Soulful Sounds
Immerse yourself in live performances that celebrate the musical legacy of Black culture. Enjoy a mix of jazz, rhythm & blues, Afrobeats, hip-hop, and more, with performances by DJ's and live artists.

🎨 Cultural Workshops
Learn from artisans, musicians, and historians in engaging workshops. These hands-on sessions will cover topics such as, the influence of Black art on contemporary culture, and the historical roots of the music we love today.


Event SCHEDULE:

Friday 18th October 2024

12am until 2.30pm: "Taste of The Caribbean" Artisan Market with Black Woman's Kindness Initiative

12pm until 1pm: A Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera Hub 
6pm until 11pm: Live DJ


Saturday 19th October 2024

10:30am until 12pm: "Crafting for Black History" family workshop with Black Woman's Kindness Initiative

3:30pm until 4:30pm: African Drumming and Dance Workshop

6pm until 11pm: Live DJ with Some Voices Radio

Sunday 20th October 2024

12pm until 1pm: A Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera Hub 

2pm until 4pm: "Sounds of the Caribbean" Music and spoken word with Black Woman's Kindness Initiative


Admission:
Free Entry + 10% off Twerk N' Jerk or Injera Hub with pre-booked tickets

For Black Woman's Kindness Initiative's events, please book here.

Let’s celebrate history, culture, and unity—together! ✊🏾


Offers

Promotions

Tickets/Times

Ticket Event time Cost
Prebooked Entry - Friday 18th October 2024

Pre-booked ticket includes 10% discount on food plus a free kids meal from Twerk n' Jerk or Injera Hub

10:00 - 23:00 Free admission
Prebooked Entry - Saturday 19th October 2024

Pre-booked ticket includes 10% discount on food plus a free kids meal from Twerk n' Jerk or Injera Hub

10:00 - 23:00 Free admission
Prebooked Entry - Sunday 20th October 202

Pre-booked ticket includes 10% discount on food plus a free kids meal from Twerk n' Jerk or Injera Hub

10:00 - 23:00 Free admission
Prebooked Entry + A Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera Hub - Friday 18th October 2024

Pre-booked ticket includes traditional coffee ceremony at 12pm, 10% discount on food plus a free kids meal from Twerk n' Jerk or Injera Hub

12:00 - 13:00 Free admission
Prebooked Entry + African Drumming and Dance Class - Saturday 19th October 2024

Pre-booked ticket includes an African Drumming and Dance Class, 10% discount on food plus a free kids meal from Twerk n' Jerk or Injera Hub 

15:30 - 16:30 Free admission
Prebooked Entry + A Traditional Ethiopian Coffee Ceremony with Injera Hub - Sunday 20th October 2024

Pre-booked ticket includes  traditional coffee ceremony at 12pm, 10% discount on food plus a free kids meal from Twerk n' Jerk or Injera Hub 

12:00 - 13:00 Free admission

Location

Address

MM Ilford 3 Chadwick Rd, IG1 1EQ

Area

East London

Organiser

Mercato Metropolitano
Enjoy and Be Sustainable Check out the events, classes and experiences available this month in Mercato Metropolitano's sustainable community markets.

Venue

Mercato Ilford

The latest addition to the Mercato collection…Introducing Mercato Ilford, opening on Thursday 11th July 2024.  True and consistent in their vision - Mercato Ilford, a transformed car park, will spark regeneration for the local area, in what is the first sustainable food market for it’s local…

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6. Every effort to admit latecomers will be made at a suitable break in the event, but admission cannot always be guaranteed.
7. We regret that tickets cannot be exchanged or refunded after purchase.
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  • Written by Teresa

    Rating: 5

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    Visited 3 weeks ago
    The white dress code, delicious food, live music, and fireworks made it a vibrant, Mediterranean-inspired celebration right in the heart of London.
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    Rating: 5

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    Visited 3 weeks ago
    Lovely event. Love Mercato. Best place in London to hang out

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