Black History Month is a momentous occasion to recognise and celebrate the invaluable contributions of Black people to British society. Throughout October, there are numerous events happening across the Square Mile, spanning the arts, business, literature, history and so much more. At the City of London Corporation, we hope you are able to attend some of these activities, along with your friends and colleagues.
If you know of other events in the City of London not listed here, please email belonging@cityoflondon.gov.uk and we will do our best to promote them.
Project a Black Planet: The Art and Culture of Panafrica
Explore the impact of Pan-Africanism on artistic and cultural production from the 1920s to the present, through over 300 works – from paintings and installations to posters, journals, and film.
Black Culture Market
Join us this Black History Month as we bring the Black Culture Market to the historic Leadenhall Market.
This special event is a celebration of Black culture, creativity, and entrepreneurship. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore a vibrant marketplace filled with unique products and creative expressions from a diverse community of Black-owned businesses, all while enjoying uplifting afrobeat music from our live DJ.
The Black Culture Market at Leadenhall Market is more than just shopping – it’s a chance to celebrate Black History Month, reflect on its importance, and support the ongoing growth of Black entrepreneurship.
We look forward to welcoming you for this inspiring day!
EMBRACE x BlG CIC: BHM ‘25: Resilience & Empowerment In Tech Leadership
This event will spotlight how leaders are mentoring, sponsoring and creating pipelines for young Black professionals and students in STEM.
AMS Panel Discussion: How do you stand firm in power and pride in your professional life?
AMS Black Employee Network invites you to join us as we host a panel of Black British professionals to discuss the
question: "How do you stand firm in power and pride in your professional life?”
Black British Book Festival 2025
The Black British Book Festival is not just Europe’s largest celebration of Black literature – it’s a movement.
Power, Pride and Progress
CMS Black History Month Keynote with Baroness Floella Benjamin OM DBE DL
Seth Parker Woods: Thus Spoke Their Verse
Anchored by three Bach Sarabandes, cellist Seth Parker Woods explores three centuries of cello music, focusing on identity, storytelling, and polyphony.
Imitation of Life (12) with Introduction by Ellen E Jones + Reception
This event has been organised to celebrate the 2025 Kraszna-Krausz Moving Image Book Award recipient, Screen Deep: How film and TV can solve racism and save the world by Ellen E Jones. Following the conversation, audience members will be invited to the cinema foyer a wine reception and book signing.
Black History in the Culture Mile – A Walking Tour
Join the Culture Mile BID and expert guide Tony Warner for an intriguing walking tour that uncovers the fascinating stories of Black Londoners in this unique part of the Square Mile. Step away from the busy streets and discover a hidden history that has shaped the city for centuries.
The iCAN 5th Annual Black-Owned Market
Sign up early and join us for the 5th Annual Black Owned Market, an event dedicated to supporting black owned business.
Standing Firm: Power, Pride, and Black Excellence in Work
The event will feature Adejoké Bakare, the UK’s first Black female Michelin-starred chef, hosted by Tobi Akingbolagun, Head of Compliance Surveillance at L&G for an engaging fireside chat. Tobi was also a contestant on series one of the TV show Britain's Best Home Cook. Together they will explore how strength, resilience and pride are deeply rooted in Black heritage – and how these values resonate with and empower colleagues at L&G and across our industry to continue to drive inclusion
Standing Firm in Power and Pride with Sickle Cell
Join Equity City for an inspiring Black History Month event in partnership with Black Blood Matters and the NHS Blood and Transplant team, proudly sponsored by Aon, Everest, Equity City, Lloyd's, and Miller Insurance Services LLP.
Migration Stories: Windrush and the NHS
Hear from expert speakers about the Windrush generation’s significant contributions to the development of the National Health Service.
Black Mozart and other forgotten composers - Concert Talk
Join us for a fascinating Concert Talk featuring Orville Breeveld, an expert in Western and non-Western music traditions, marketing, and inclusivity. Acclaimed pianist Rebeca Omordia will be performing solo works by Florence Price, Majoie Hajary, Joseph Bologne and more .
Learning from Brazil: Architecture on Stage
Join us for an evening exploring architecture, community, and resistance through a Brazilian lens, featuring lectures from Gabriela de Matos and collectives Ruina and Arquitetura na Periferia.
iCAN Black History Month: An Evening with Baroness Floella Benjamin
iCAN, in partnership with BMS, Chaucer, Westfield Specialty, Markel and Beazley invites you to celebrate Black History Month 2025!
City Of London: Slave Trade Money Trail Tour (BHM Special)
Find out how London keeps its memory of the glorification of stolen African lives that capitalised the "streets paved with gold".
Guildhall Black History Month Celebration
The City of London Corporation, in collaboration with City Black Employee Resource Groups (CBERG), invites you to this year's Black History Month Reception – an evening of celebration, style, and empowerment.
Inspired by the Met Gala, this year’s theme - Standing Firm in Power and Pride - encourages you to showcase your creativity and individuality through your attire. Whether it’s the tailored elegance of Black Dandyism, ancestral pride, avant-garde flair, or Afrofuturist imagination, let your style tell a story of power and pride.
Black History in the Culture Mile – A Walking Tour
Join the Culture Mile BID and expert guide Tony Warner for an intriguing walking tour that uncovers the fascinating stories of Black Londoners in this unique part of the Square Mile. Step away from the busy streets and discover a hidden history that has shaped the city for centuries.
Who Are You? Exploring Identity and Connection
Marsh McLennan proudly kick off Black History Month with Ije McDougall as a keynote speaker, delving deep into the topic of identity and its impact on connectivity.
Black History Month 2025: Committed to Action, Moving Forward Together
Join NatWest Group to kick off Black History Month with an inspiring evening in partnership with the Financial Times, celebrating Black professionals and the power of collective progress.