Featured Events in Aldgate in April 2025 (August Updated)

🌈 Sanura Dance Presents: Social Thursdays at The Castle! 💃🕺 Discover a vibrant community space in the heart of Aldgate that's about so much more than just dancing! 💡 More Than Just Dancing: In a time when LGBTQ+ spaces are struggling to stay open, we're creating a welcoming haven for our community. While we love to dance, our events are just as much about fostering connections and providing a safe space to simply be. Whether you're here to bust a move or just to chat and enjoy the vibe, you're equally welcome and valued. 📅 First Thursday of EVERY Month 6:30 PM: Doors Open6:45-7:05 PM: FREE Salsa Taster7:10-8:10 PM: Salsa Class (25 spots)8-11 PM: Social Dancing🔥 Our Vibe: Not a dancer? No worries!Come hang out, meet new peopleEnjoy the atmosphereGrab a drinkMake connections✨Who is this for? Curious first-timersSocial butterfliesCommunity supportersDance enthusiastsThose wanting to explore a FLINTA, FEMINIST & LGBTQ+ space🏠 About The CastleA historic pub dating back to 1792, The Castle offers an intimate, welcoming environment perfect for connecting, socialising, and experiencing something new. Located at 44 Commercial Road, this venue has walls that have seen it all - from boxing training to incredible music nights. 🤝 Help Us Keep This Space AliveChip in to keep the space open - every little helps! Your presence, support, and community spirit are what keep these vital spaces thriving. Join us in keeping our queer spaces alive and thriving. Come for the dance, stay for the community! #SanuraDance #QUEERCommunity #LondonNightlife #SafeSpaces Information Source: Sanura Dance | eventbrite

Get ready for an unforgettable evening of RnB-inspired fun and games with our unique twist on classic bingo! 🎵 Coming to London Slow it down and groove to the hottest beats as we celebrate all things RnB in the most inspired event of the season. 🕺💃 With prizes, surprises, and non-stop entertainment, you won’t want to miss this one-of-a-kind experience that will leave you feeling relaxed, refreshed, and ready to take on the world. 🌍 So join us for a night of RNB Vibes, Old School Classics to modern bangers, good times, and memories that will last a lifetime! 🌟 Information Source: Old Skool Bingo | eventbrite

Get inspired. Meet new people. Discover the Ukulele. Our ukulele taster sessions are for adults 18+ who are looking to meet new people and make new friends in London while introducing you to a world of music. You can learn your first song in just one hour and ukuleles are provided. A Ukulele Taster Session for Absolute Beginners with Ukuleles Provided Our taster event is designed for Absolute Beginners. You don't need any prior musical knowledge whatsoever. We’ll teach you everything you need to know to start playing, including how to hold the instrument and how to strum basic chords and rhythm. Learn to play your first song in under 1 hour By the end of the session you'll be playing your first song, and you will get a taste of our unique brand of group ukulele lessons and courses. What kind of music can you play on the ukulele? Absolutely anything! The ukulele is a great instrument to get started on and a stepping stone to all other stringed instruments. And it's super portable. Anything you can play on a piano or guitar, you can also play on a ukulele. Rock, Pop and R&B bangers at your fingertips! Our Venues Our partner venues are hand-picked for their special qualities, and located just 5-10mins walk to TFL Stations. We work with a number of amazing venues in Central, East and South London, including Shoreditch, Clerkenwell, Tower Bridge, Aldgate, Bethnal Green, Stratford and Bermondsey. Details Session Duration: 1 hour Ukulele Provided - No experience needed whatsoever! 20 Places Available For Adults 18+ An Awesome Experience Hear what our students are saying... Great teaching and so much fun! Everyone should learn to play an instrument! - Edina Amazing fun, brilliant teaching, awesome people! - Avital I couldn't play anything when I first started, now I'm playing Slash solos! - Cat Information Source: School of Uke | eventbrite