Mbilla Arts CIC

13/06/2026

Join OrganicLea's Summer Solstice Celebration: Plants and People in Unity.

As part of Refugee Week and celebrating their traditional Hawkwood summer solstice event, expect an uplifting evening featuring local musicians, specially curated tours, food and speeches. Taking place Friday 19 June, 4pm to 10 at Hawkwoood Plant Nursery, E4 7UH. The event is free to attend but donations are encouraged towards food and basic running costs.

The meal will be a tasty global fusion plate (plant-based) curated by young adults that have been attending OrganicLea's programmes over the past year in partnership with Waltham Forest College's ESOL department. They will be preparing Sudanese Ta'mia (closely related to falafel), alongside rice dishes, locally sourced bread, vegetables and OrganicLea's signature salad; alongside fresh summer pickles. Refugee Week is the world's largest arts and culture festival celebrating the contributions, creativity and resilience of refugees and people seeking sanctuary.

Find the full schedule and get your ticket at the link in our comments 👇

12/06/2026

What an incredible day at the Great Exhibition Road Festival Imperial College London Kensington last Saturday! 🥁💃✨

Our Routes to Rhythm show brought together live drumming, vibrant dance, and an amazing community of participants who joined us for an energetic workshop full of movement, connection and joy.

A huge thank you to everyone who watched, danced and shared the experience with us. Your energy made the day unforgettable!

📸 Swipe through for some highlights from the performance and workshop.

11/06/2026

🪘 Celebrating Connection, Culture & Community at the Haringey Early Years Conference 🪘

Mbilla Arts had the privilege of delivering an inspiring African drumming workshop and grand finale at Haringey’s Early Years Conference in May: Boys to Men – Nurturing Growth and Potential in the Early Years.

It was a wonderful opportunity to bring people together through rhythm, participation, and shared cultural experiences, while contributing to a day dedicated to supporting the development and wellbeing of young children.

💬 Feedback from the Haringey Early Years Team:

“We are truly grateful to Mbilla Arts for delivering such a fantastic workshop at our recent conference. Seneke’s expertise and engaging delivery significantly contributed to the event’s success. We greatly appreciate the time and effort taken to share your knowledge and skills with our attendees.

The drumming finale was phenomenal and provided immense value to our participants. Your contribution to the day was invaluable, and we deeply appreciate your support.”

Thank you to everyone who took part.

📩 To book Mbilla Arts for your conference, training day, school event, or community programme, send us a DM or email: [email protected]

08/06/2026

06/06/2026

See you at 3.45pm on the Bandstand stage !!

It's finally here!🕺

The stage is set, the flags are flying, and we've got over a hundred free events and exhibits waiting for you to explore. We'll see you this weekend at !🎪🧪🎨

05/06/2026

Yesterday we performed our Routes to Rhythm show at Mawney Foundation School, Havering for their Culture Day celebrations.

School feedback:

“The group were amazing and EVERYONE loved it, staff included! Please pass my thankyou to the team! Defo will be contacting you in the future for shows/workshops again”

05/06/2026

BTS of our Routes to Rhythm Show @ Mawney Foundation School.

Catch the show and dance workshop @ Great Exhibition Road Festival Kensington on Saturday 6th June on the Bandstand stage at 3.45.

School, festival and community bookings DM or email [email protected]