The Journey
The evening begins as a relaxed social gathering before gradually transforming into a late-night dancefloor.
6PM–10PM
A chance to connect, discover and build community.
Throughout the evening you'll find:
🎨 Pop-up creatives
🔮 Tarot readings
📚 Curated book displays
🍸 Signature cocktails
🥗 In-house food vendor
🤝 Networking & community connections
✨ Space to meet collaborators and new friends
8PM onwards
Our DJs begin the soundtrack for the evening, gradually taking us from chill laid-back grooves into full dancefloor energy.
Expect a carefully curated musical journey through soulful house, Afro-electronic, disco edits, amapiano, afrobeats, R&B, hip hop, Caribbean sounds, UK funky, Jersey club and beyond.
Every selector adds another layer to the night.
By 10PM…
...we're dancing.
PRESS PLAY is proudly rooted in
🌈 Queer joy
🖤 Intersectionality
✨ Collective care
💞 Genuine connection
Everyone who shares these values is welcome.
Slip on your dancing shoes.
Bring your best energy.
Let's connect.
PRESS PLAY #002
📍 The Common Press, Dalston
🗓 Friday 14 August 2026
⏰ 6PM–2AM