Event Name:
Southside Shopping Centre to Host Black History Month Celebrations
Description
Southside Shopping Centre is set to celebrate Black History Month this October with a vibrant line-up of events that highlight the creativity, culture, and heritage within the community.
On Saturday 18th October between 1pm and 4pm, Pointe Black, a non-profit community ballet company, will perform on the North Mall. Blending classical ballet with African and Caribbean influences, Pointe Black is a global movement with outreach projects spanning from South London to Guatemala. The performance will feature excerpts from their fifth theatre production Overcome and will celebrate highlights from previous storylines.
Adding to the excitement, London-based DJ duo Ms Truths & Vibesquad Lee will be performing live on Saturday, October 18th, from 12pm - 6pm. Their specially curated set will feature steel pans rhythms and powerful vocals, inspired by the theme of standing firm in power and pride — a celebration of identity, strength, and community.
From 20th – 25th October, Wakuda will bring its popular marketplace to Southside. Known for championing African and Caribbean brands, Wakuda is both an online and offline destination for discovering unique gifts and lifestyle products. Guests will be able to explore products from handcrafted jewellery, natural skincare and haircare, greeting cards, home décor, and more, with all items created by talented Black-owned businesses. The market will be open from 11am-5pm and will be located on the North Mall opposite Specsavers and Poundland.
Event Date:
10-18-25 - 10-25-25
Event Time:
12:00 PM - 05:00 PM GMT
Location:
Southside Shopping Centre
Wandsworth High Street
London, So SW18 4TF
Contact Person:
Southside Shopping Centre
(phone: 02088702141)
Details:
FreeLinks:
https://www.southsidewandsworth.com/en/news-listing-page/black-history-month-2025