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WHAT’S ON
We celebrate nightlife as a unique space to showcase art, music and culture and are committed to
fostering diverse female/ nb/ gnc DJ talent.
Our DJ’s play non-genre-specific good times party music at the weekends.
Sunday - Thursday we seek out emerging, diverse artists and curators to programme into our events calendar. Programming includes live music, DJs, performance, spoken word and more.
UPCOMING EVENTS
If you don't see a date below please check our instagram or contact us - we are open EVERY Tuesday-Sat
07 Aug 2026, 18:00 – 08 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKOne of East London’s longest-running and most iconic nights. Fridays at Ridley are always a vibe with ICONS ONLY! A night dedicated to the legends of the dancefloor, bringing you Disco, 90s R&B, Pop, Club Classics and SO much more.
08 Aug 2026, 18:00 – 09 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKCLUB MIX is THE East London club night you need to be at and that's facts! The dance floor is hot, the drinks are cold, and the vibes are pure summer energy from start to finish. Get ready to throw yourself in the mix! iconic music from when people really knew how to dress AND dance <3
Tue 11 Aug
Wed 12 Aug12 Aug 2026, 21:00 – 13 Aug 2026, 02:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKWednesday night karaoke at Ridley Road Market Bar <3, with Host Hanna Tonic and DJ KUNTESSA! Whether you're a stage siren or just here for the drama, LUNGS is your new midweek ritual. 💄🫁 Expect High notes. Low inhibitions.- Thu 13 Aug13 Aug 2026, 21:00 – 14 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKDance the night away with DISCO F***KS, whatever you’re into, chances are you’ll find it tonight at the Ridley Road Market Bar. How else can you go from two stepping at Paradise Garage, to peacocking at the Blitz, head bobbing at the Haçienda… and then back again.
- 14 Aug 2026, 18:00 – 15 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKOne of East London’s longest-running and most iconic nights. Fridays at Ridley are always a vibe with ICONS ONLY! A night dedicated to the legends of the dancefloor, bringing you Disco, 90s R&B, Pop, Club Classics and SO much more.
- 15 Aug 2026, 18:00 – 16 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKCLUB MIX is THE East London club night you need to be at and that's facts! The dance floor is hot, the drinks are cold, and the vibes are pure summer energy from start to finish. Get ready to throw yourself in the mix! iconic music from when people really knew how to dress AND dance <3
Tue 18 Aug
Tue 18 Aug- Wed 19 Aug
Thu 20 Aug- 21 Aug 2026, 18:00 – 22 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKOne of East London’s longest-running and most iconic nights. Fridays at Ridley are always a vibe with ICONS ONLY! A night dedicated to the legends of the dancefloor, bringing you Disco, 90s R&B, Pop, Club Classics and SO much more.
- 22 Aug 2026, 18:00 – 23 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKCLUB MIX is THE East London club night you need to be at and that's facts! The dance floor is hot, the drinks are cold, and the vibes are pure summer energy from start to finish. Get ready to throw yourself in the mix! iconic music from when people really knew how to dress AND dance <3
Tue 25 Aug25 Aug 2026, 21:00 – 26 Aug 2026, 02:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKStep back into the golden era of 90s and 2000s R&B and hip-hop. Back Then is a night dedicated to the feel-good classics that defined the era - from Beyoncé, Usher and Destiny’s Child to Nelly, Ashanti and Missy Elliott. Expect big singalong hooks, nostalgic throwbacks and dancefloor favourites.
Wed 26 Aug
Fri 28 Aug28 Aug 2026, 20:00 – 29 Aug 2026, 03:00London, 49 Ridley Rd, London E8 2NP, UKSHE-NA$$$TY & George Black return to Ridley Road Market Bar for a Notting Hill Carnival Weekend special. These two are known for keeping the energy high from start to finish; bringing infectious vibes, high-energy sets, and an unforgettable atmosphere. You're in very good hands!
Sun 30 Aug
RESIDENT DJ'S
AYNJEL'S PLASTIC CLUB
"AYNJEL'S PLASTIC CLUB x DOTYK "
Has it been a hot minute since you last plucked a cobweb or consulted your crystal ball? your new fave dj aynjel will be spinning old and new sounds from synth pop to new wave and punk .. with some help from the lovely eliza & hon from DOTYK! get down and sweat your eyeliner off at the best gothy monthly special xx
expect: lene lovich / the waitresses / depeche mode / b52s / the cramps and much more ... on VINYL "
Has it been a hot minute since you last plucked a cobweb or consulted your crystal ball? your new fave dj aynjel will be spinning old and new sounds from synth pop to new wave and punk .. with some help from the lovely eliza & hon from DOTYK! get down and sweat your eyeliner off at the best gothy monthly special xx
expect: lene lovich / the waitresses / depeche mode / b52s / the cramps and much more ... on VINYL "
Soulful Strut
Get ready to move your feet and lift your spirits at Soulful Strut — a night dedicated to soulful grooves and feel-good rhythms. Nestled in the heart of Dalston at the iconic Ridley Road Market Bar, we bring the best in soul, funk, disco, and house music, spun by DJs who know how to keep the dancefloor alive. Whether you're here for the rare cuts, classic bangers, or that undeniable strut-worthy vibe, this is your new favourite midweek escape. Come for the music, stay for the soul.
Trudy Jpg
":Spinning an eclectic mix, Trudy.JPG has carved out a niche for herself in London’s nightclub scene.
She’s brought her unique sound to Boiler Room, Keep Hush and a stretch of dirty dance floors across London, NYC, Paris and Amsterdam.
Whether it’s a bassy edit of your fave pop tune, a deep cut 70s funk track, or the latest release from an underground Berlin label you’ve never heard of, Trudy.JPG seamlessly blends genres with only one intention: to get you on the dance floor."
She’s brought her unique sound to Boiler Room, Keep Hush and a stretch of dirty dance floors across London, NYC, Paris and Amsterdam.
Whether it’s a bassy edit of your fave pop tune, a deep cut 70s funk track, or the latest release from an underground Berlin label you’ve never heard of, Trudy.JPG seamlessly blends genres with only one intention: to get you on the dance floor."
Lola Chatterton
Dj Lolly aka Lola Chatterton DJ’s in various Hackney venues as well as fashion parties and private events. Her sets include R’n’B, Hip Hop, Pop, 90’s Dance and UKG.
Faye
A night hosted by the dreamy Faye Shapcott for anyone wanting to escape a couple of decades back to when shoulders were padded and the hair was high. Soul, Disco ,New Wave, RnB, Party Classics with a 70s feel. Expect to hear Chaka Khan, Prince, Whitney, Blondie, Lauren Hill, Fleetwood Mac, Bowie, Diana Ross, Sade, Sister Sledge, The Smiths (think Charming Man, not Suffer Little Children), ABBA, Madonna, The Ronettes, Gwen McCrae, Talking Heads, Kate Bush, Destiny’s Child, Beyonce, Mariah, Marvin Gaye, B52s - basically everything fun. Cheap Drink Free Entry No Guestlist 70s dress welcome.
Duckie Sharp
Duckie Sharp is the Dance Commander: an eclectic groove pioneer and Northern discotheque whirlwind. With a focus on the curation of vibes, aesthetics, and revelry.
Running two different club nights at Ridley Road Market Bar:
Le Club Knight: Odd boogie, weirdo disco, and funky punky tunes. New Wave, Hi-NRG, Boogie, Disco, Dance Punk, 80s RnB, House Française and more... Faisons la fete!
Steely Dancing: Inspired by the sounds the late 60s to the early 80s that evoke sonic liquid gold. Whether that's the saucy Jazz Fusion and Soft Rock of Steely Dan, the warm, hearty Country of Glen Campbell, or the glittery, shimmering Disco of Patrice Rushen.
Running two different club nights at Ridley Road Market Bar:
Le Club Knight: Odd boogie, weirdo disco, and funky punky tunes. New Wave, Hi-NRG, Boogie, Disco, Dance Punk, 80s RnB, House Française and more... Faisons la fete!
Steely Dancing: Inspired by the sounds the late 60s to the early 80s that evoke sonic liquid gold. Whether that's the saucy Jazz Fusion and Soft Rock of Steely Dan, the warm, hearty Country of Glen Campbell, or the glittery, shimmering Disco of Patrice Rushen.
CalientCalientCaliente with Kuntessa
Kuntessa is an xxxtreme xxxformer and sometimes chaotic good DJ. Bringing you shit-mixing, shit-talking and the forgotten pearls of reggaeton and euro dance :3
One Stop
ONE STOP is a monthly social event where the Golden Age of Jamaican music can be appreciated.
A night which brings together a community with dancing, conversation & great music.
Caribbean Sounds from the 60's and 70's with a touch of Soul / R'n'B thrown into the mix.
All music played on original vinyl by your host Gio and his special guests.
Become a part of the community and make your way to the Ridley Road Market Bar . . .
. . . after all, it’s just ONE STOP.
A night which brings together a community with dancing, conversation & great music.
Caribbean Sounds from the 60's and 70's with a touch of Soul / R'n'B thrown into the mix.
All music played on original vinyl by your host Gio and his special guests.
Become a part of the community and make your way to the Ridley Road Market Bar . . .
. . . after all, it’s just ONE STOP.
Ukadelix
A 5 piece, all female, band performing a mixture of originals and covers.Based in London
No Strings Attached
Cabaret style dramatic arrangements of covers plus original songs. Line up: Drums, Sax and Accordian.
Featuring horns, drums and various percussion - a cocktail of hot music squeezed from hot countries all around the caribbean:
zydeco from Louisiana, ska from Jamaica, latin from Mexico and the top of South America, and blues-funk from New Orleans
Featuring horns, drums and various percussion - a cocktail of hot music squeezed from hot countries all around the caribbean:
zydeco from Louisiana, ska from Jamaica, latin from Mexico and the top of South America, and blues-funk from New Orleans
We regularly apply for funding and seek out new DJ’s, communities, friends and artists to celebrate so if you have an idea or would like to try something out, please drop your details into this short form here!
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