We love seeing what is going on each week in this vibrant city so from 7-19 October we’re bringing you Brite Space London – which is all about sharing the best of what is happening in London!
There really is something for everyone so whether you fancy dabbling in dog yoga, dropping in for some midweek mindfulness, or immersing yourself in some of London’s finest cocktails you can find something to keep you entertained at britespaceldn.com.
Keep an eye on what’s going on via #BriteSpaceLDN – these are just some of the events we have in store for you…
Food & Drink
- Raw Food Masterclass – Foodies hoping to push their culinary skills into a new realm can do so with a detoxifying raw food workshop presented by superfoods guru Kate Magic.
- Cocktails By Candlelight – Underground Drinking Club returns, in collaboration with Russian Standard Vodka to deliver an immersive evening full of innovative drinks and served by London’s finest mixologists.
- Cocktail Clash – Celebrate London Cocktail Week with a Bloody Mary contest.
- Coffee Tasting – Coffee lovers are invited to join Climpson and Sons for an early morning caffeine hit where they can taste several brews and gain insights into the roasting and brewing process.
Design & Fashion
- Fashion Career Workshop – You love fashion and want to forge a career within the industry… but where to start? Explore your options with Brite Space London’s fashion career workshop, hosted by Fashion Sunday and featuring a panel of industry experts including; London based photographer and editor of Noctis Magazine Leoni Blue and Laura Murphy, co-founder of London model agency The Hive (with more names to be revealed soon). Plus enjoy delicious cocktails from London’s hottest distillers Sipsmith, who will be serving up their award-winning G&T’s and a classic London Mule with their Sipping Vodka.
- Screen Printing – Learn the artistic techniques of screen-printing with help from the experts at Made in Arts London.
Health & Wellbeing
- Dog Yoga – Dog lovers can try out the latest exercise trend for pampered pooches and even witness the world’s first Doga Trance Dance performance.
- HulaFit® – Part hoop tricks and part fitness, this unique and energetic craze guarantees a fun workout.
- Midweek Mindfulness and Monday Morning Meditation – Take a break to refresh your energy levels with a meditation booster from Inner Space. Relax your mind body and enjoy a guided creative visualisation.
Grooming
- The Groom Room – Some of London’s finest grooming experts will be on hand to pamper men with luxury treatments including mini-manicures. Men can also prepare for Movember with tips on how to maintain an impressive moustache. Plus enjoy a drink from new independent brewing company Hawkes, who will be serving their refreshing ginger beer, which features a unique combination of natural ginger and fruit.
- Ladies Grooming Day – From bohemian plaits to vintage up-do’s, boutique blow dry and braid salon The Parlour will be recreating the hottest hair trends from this season’s catwalks.
Media
- Debate With The Dalstonist – Meet some of the leading lights from East London’s creative industries at an entrepreneurial masterclass.
- Radio DJ Crash Course – Learn how to be a radio DJ as East London station Hoxton Radio broadcasts live from Brite Space.
Business & Networking
- How to develop a great product with Laurent Sellier – Hosted by Silicon Real in the heart of Silicon Roundabout, Brian Rose will get to the core of what makes a truly great product – and what characterises the people that build them. He talks to Laurent Sellier, who joined Eventbrite as Vice President of Product in July, coming from Twitter where, as Director of Product Management, he led its redesign.
- URL x IRL – Digital & Experiential Give The Feels – In a digital world tracked by page views and clicks, brands are increasingly seeking to build emotional resonance through experiential marketing. Eric Meyerson, Global Director of Metro Marketing at Eventbrite and formerly Head of Marketing at YouTube, will share insights on how businesses are – and could be – using video and experience to drive brand awareness and love.
- Getting involved in good causes – #GivingTuesday comes to London! – This session will give you inspiration to get involved with good causes, whether you’re a small business, multinational corporation, student union or individual. Charities can also hear more about how they can encourage people to support them and what trends are hot in the fundraising space right now.
We’ll also be hosting a series of lunchtime workshops to help people looking to put on their own events with everything from cash flow to content.
The Lowdown:
What: Brite Space London is a series of interactive events designed to champion creative culture in the capital.
Where: Unit 2, Old Street Underground Station, London, EC1Y 1BE
When: From 7th – 19th October between 8.30am – 9.00pm
Cost: Event costs vary, from free to £10 and are available from britespaceldn.com
All Brite Space London events are also part of National Events Month October 2014 #NEMO.