The Best Music Events in London This October

The night draws longer, so the nightlife grows stronger. Artist Q&A's and signings, intimate show from massive artists, and exceptional international acts that continue to make London the place to be.

Mark Ronson: ‘Night People: How to Be a DJ in 90’s New York City’ Book Signing - at Rough Trade West

Rough Trade West 9 Oct 2025

The new book from superstar DJ and producer Mark Ronson hits the shelves, with the man himself offering a book signing at the Notting Hill record shop.

¡Muévete! - at The Jago

The Jago 10 Oct 2025

¡Muévete! (Spanish for: Move!) is back at The Jago for a night of fiery tropical rhythms, ready to do exactly what it says on the tin.

DJ Boring (Live set) - at Village Underground

Village Underground 11 Oct 2025

Lo-fi house stalwart DJ BORING comes through with a very rare and very special live set at the befittingly-industrial Village Underground.

The ‘É Soul Cultura’ Residency with Luke Una & Shy One - at Night Tales

Night Tales 17 Oct 2025

The legendary selector brings his eclectic soul to Hackney for his first-ever residency.

Ill-3AB Presents: Arab Timing Vol.4 - at The Orange Room

The Orange Room 18 Oct 2025

Drawing from styles across the non-Western world, from Egypt to Colombia to Lebanon to Pakistan, Ill-3AB's new residency melds cultures, styles, and sounds to create something truly unique.

The Beirut Groove Collective - at EartH

EartH 18 Oct 2025

Named in New York Magazine as one of the Top 15 parties across the world, the Beirut Groove Collective are once again bringing the world to Hackney's EartH.

Deptford Northern Soul Club - at MOTH Club

MOTH Club 17 Oct 2025

Celebrate spooky season with one of the countries best party's, presented by two vinyl-loving Northern Soul DJ's who have taken their record box the country over.

Soichi Terada - at Colour Factory

A man in a patterned shirt operates a sound mixer on a dimly lit stage with red lighting. A laptop and various cables are also on the table. Vertical light beams in the background add to the ambiance.

Colour Factory 18 Oct 2025

One of the jewels in the crown of Japanese electronic music, Soichi Terada now graces Hackney Wick after a good while away.

Joe Armon-Jones - at Hackney Church

Hackney Church 24 Oct 2025

Ezra Collective bandmember, Mala-collaborator, and distinguised artist in his own right, Joe Armon-Jones hosts a special, intimate performance at Hackney Church.

Ben Watt and Tracey Thorn - at MOTH Club

MOTH Club 26 Oct 2025

Everything But The Girl is regrouping; prepare to hear some songs from their extensive, four-decade-long catalog, as well as tracks from their illustrious solo careers.

Yazmin Lacey: Q&A/Intimate Live Show - at Rough Trade East

A person with curly hair, wearing a plum-colored top with voluminous sleeves and light pink pants, sits confidently against a textured, neutral-colored wall. They have a calm and poised expression.
Yazmin Lacey

Rough Trade East 26 Oct 2025

The lightning rod of UK soul meets and greets fans at the East London record shop, with the price of the ticket including a physical copy of her new album 'Teal Dreams'.