August is starting at full volume. We’ve got punk in New Cross, big voices at Crystal Palace Bowl, free comedy in Deptford and enough children’s craft to keep the school-holiday panic at bay.
In this week’s Loop:
Board games, bold opinions and midweek comedy
Bad Cop Bad Cop bringing the noise to New Cross
Tom Jones taking over Crystal Palace Bowl
Kids’ workshops, library clubs and some satisfyingly soapy felting
🗓️ Our picks for 3–6 August
Board Games Night
A low-stakes Tuesday plan, unless somebody gets very competitive
Deptford Lounge is opening the games cupboard for three hours of aliens, territorial takeovers and suspiciously strategic friendships. Everyone is welcome, although under-12s must be accompanied by an adult.
Find out more here along with the full catalogue of board games available - no booking is required, simply show up!
Tuesday 4 August @ 4pm–7pm
Deptford Lounge @ 9 Giffin Street, Deptford, SE8 4RJ
Bad Cop Bad Cop
Fast riffs, sharp harmonies and absolutely no easing into the week
California punk band Bad Cop Bad Cop hit New Cross Inn this Tuesday. This is a 14+ show, and a solid pick for anyone who prefers their Tuesday evenings loud.
Bookings may be made via Skiddle here. Tickets are priced from £22 including booking fee.
Tuesday 4 August @ 6pm–10pm
New Cross Inn @ 323 New Cross Road, SE14 6AS
Hot Takes Night
Five minutes to defend your worst opinion. Choose wisely.
Speakers take to the stage with an unpopular opinion and five minutes to win over the room, before the audience delivers its verdict. Expect debate, comedy and at least one argument you’ll still be thinking about on the bus home.
For more details or to book visit here. Tickets are priced at £10-£12.
Tuesday 4 August @ 6.30pm–10.30pm
Amersham Arms @ 388 New Cross Road, SE14 6TY
Note: This is an 18+ event.
Tom Jones at Crystal Palace Bowl
Big songs, open skies and plenty of opportunities for a dramatic singalong
Tom Jones brings the hits to Crystal Palace Bowl, joined by Billy Ocean for an evening of heavyweight voices and songs everybody knows by the second chorus. Ages 5+, so the family singalong is technically on.
Booking can be done here via Skiddle. Tickets from £55.
Wednesday 5 August @ 5pm–10.15pm
Crystal Palace Bowl @ Terrace Straight, Crystal Palace, SE19 2GA
The Laugh Bath
Free comedy, local talent and one highly coveted rubber duck
A revolving line-up of Southeast London’s emerging comedians compete for the Rubber Duck Award before a professional headliner closes the show.
Further details can be found here - tickets are completely free!
Wednesday 5 August @ 7.30pm–10pm
Endeavour Deptford @ 39 Deptford Broadway, SE8 4PQ
Liberty and Justice
A midweek blast of punk at the Fox & Firkin
Liberty and Justice bring a punk-and-hardcore evening to Lewisham High Street. One for anyone whose ideal Wednesday involves guitars, a proper live room and no expectation of an early night.
For more details or to book, follow this link here. Tickets are priced at £11.55.
Wednesday 5 August @ 7.30pm–11.30pm
Fox & Firkin @ 316 Lewisham High Street
Wednesday Swing Social
An exciting night out for fans of the original Swing dance, or just a night of social dancing
Jazzbourne’s midweek swing party offers music, social dancing and a welcoming excuse to practise your footwork. Experienced dancers and enthusiastic beginners can both give it a whirl.
For more details or to book, follow this link here. Prices are “Pay what you can” - any contributions help towards making this weekly event sustainable!
Wednesday 5 August @ 8pm (Beginners class available from 7-8pm)
Jazzbourne @ 443 New Cross Road, SE14 6TA
Pick n Mix ✨
Easy pickings for when you need a reason to keep yourself busy!
🧵 Knit ’n Knatter - Monday 3rd August, 7pm - 9pm at Corbett Community Library. Bring along your knitting, crochet or cross-stitch and settle in for a friendly evening of craft and conversation.
🎨 Character drawing workshop - Wednesday 5 August, 1pm at Catford Library (ages 7-12). Learn the foundations of character drawing with a workshop from award winning illustrator Selom Sunu.
🎶 ROOTWRKS: Chapter One - Wednesday 5 August, 7–10pm at Fox & Firkin Garden. August Charles, jev., FloFilz and Mica Sefia bring hip-hop, soul, blues and R&B, backed by a live jazz house band. Tickets £15–£20.
📚 Homework Club - Thursday 6th August, 3:30pm-5pm at Corbett Community Library. A handy after-school stop for children who could use a quiet place to get some work done.
📖 Blackheath Reading Group - Thursday 6th August, 6pm at Manor House Community Library. A relaxed evening gathering for local readers who enjoy discussing books with other enthusiasts.
See you next week ~