13/04/26

Record Store Day Returns on 18th April

If you’re looking for a seriously fun way to celebrate music in the capital, mark your calendar for Record Store Day 2026 on 18 April. One of the biggest dates in the UK’s music scene is returning and this year, things are getting loud in Shoreditch.

Over at Old St. Records, the beloved live music bar is hosting an all-day vinyl party that runs from afternoon right through to 2am. Open to everyone, it’s set to be a go-to spot for music lovers, with a packed DJ lineup spinning exclusively vinyl throughout the day and night.

Things kick off at 3pm with DJ Carly Foxx bringing feel-good disco vibes, followed by DJ Matman mixing up funk, hip hop and R&B. Expect dancefloor favourites from DJ Dan Grey, before DJ P dives into 90s and 00s anthems. Later into the night, Kengo San keeps the energy high, with DJ Limao closing things out with an all-vinyl set.

Drinks-wise, there’s even more reason to stick around. From 5pm to 8pm, you can enjoy 2-for-1 cocktails, with options like an elderflower spritz-style serve, a classic Tommy’s Margarita, and a smoky twist on a Negroni. Even better, if you’ve picked up a record that day, bring your receipt along and you’ll be treated to a complimentary drink.

Feeling peckish? The venue’s menu has you covered with a range of pizzas, from spicy nduja-topped options to veggie-friendly aubergine creations, perfect fuel for a night on the dancefloor. While you’re in the area, it’s worth exploring some of Shoreditch’s iconic record shops, including Flashback Records, Rough Trade East and Stranger Than Paradise, all of which will be celebrating with exclusive releases and in-store events.

For more information, click here.

Written by Claire Bloom

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Kraken Rum x London Terrarium Masterclasses at Rhum Tavern

Mar 9
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Part botanical craft, part dark maritime folklore this collab is one of the more inspired evenings you'll find in the West End this spring.

Rhum Tavern, home to London's largest collection of rums, has teamed up with London Terrariums for a series of intimate masterclasses rooted in the legend of Kraken Rum. The myth goes that a rum barrel, dragged to the ocean floor by the Beast itself and stained black by its ink, was eventually recovered by pirates, albeit encrusted with moss and flora from the creature's underwater realm.

That image of unexpected beauty emerging from darkness is now the inspiration for an evening of hands-on terrarium making, spiced rum cocktails, and a good story or two. Guests will be guided step-by-step through building their own self-sustaining miniature ecosystem inside an iconic Kraken Rum bottle, using curated plants, mosses and materials provided on the night. Along the way, expect a deep dive into the history of terrariums, from obsessive Victorian plant hunters to their very modern revival.

Your £55 ticket covers all tools and materials, the finished Kraken bottle terrarium to take home, a care guide, and two expertly made Kraken cocktails from an exclusive menu.

Highlights include The Black Wake (coffee-roasted Kraken rum with cold brew), Ruby Depths (spiced rum with cherry, vanilla and citrus) and Cocoa Tempest (chocolate-washed rum and orange soda). Additional cocktails are available at £10 each, and everyone leaves with a secret Kraken gift.

Book now for dates through until June : Wednesday 11th March, Wednesday 15th April, Wednesday 6th May, Wednesday 17th June

Written by Claire Selby

Photography courtesy of Kraken Rum