The BIG Soirée

Schedule

Sat, 01 Nov, 2025 at 06:00 pm to Sun, 02 Nov, 2025 at 12:00 am

UTC+00:00

Location

Cottons | London, EN

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Black History Month Dinner Dance for Public/Civil Servants in celebration of the theme standing firm in power and pride
About this Event

Join us for an unforgettable evening of culture, cuisine, and celebration at our Black History Month Black in Government Soirée an immersive night to celebrate the theme “Standing firm in power and pride” as we reflect on the richness that is the global Black experience.

Brining together public and civil servants to celebrate the diaspora during black history month!

​We’re bringing together the soul of the islands, the rhythm of the diaspora, and the warmth of community for a night filled with music, memories, and mouthwatering food.

🥂 What’s Included:

  • 1 Hour of Unlimited Prosecco & Rum Punch
  • 3-Course Caribbean Sharing Feast + SidesA menu inspired by the rich culinary traditions of the Caribbean islands—designed for sharing and savouring. Expect a vibrant fusion of classic and contemporary Caribbean flavours. (We’ll reach out closer to the event to confirm any special dietary requirements!)
  • Presentations and Reflections on history, culture, and the legacy of the Caribbean diaspora.
  • ​Games & Interactive Moments From trivia to table games—come ready to connect, laugh, and win.
  • Live DJ & Dancing

​A soundtrack spanning the diaspora, Amapiano, Soca, Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeats, Highlife, R&B and more.


​This event is open to ALL Public/Civil Servants and their guests! Teachers, NHS Staff, Emergency Service Staff, Local Authority Staff, Local Councillors and more this is the night to celebrate and be celebrated!

All guests must be 18+ at the time of attendance!

Celebrate with us as we close out Black History Month 2025 in BIG style! It's a night not to be missed!

If you have any questions drop us an email - [email protected]



What's on the menu?

Our meal will be served sharing style and guests will be able to feast on the selection below


Starters

  • Spiced plantain & chickpea hummus, smoked paprika, coriander, garlic rubbed flatbread (ve)
  • Salt Cod fritters, spiced mango chutney, chilli jam
  • Ebony Wings, sweet potato crisps, sriracha hot sauce (gf)

Mains

  • Cottons Curried Mutton
  • Jerk Chicken Pieces, slow roasted with pimiento and spices, steamed vegetables (gf)
  • Creole mixed seafood bouillabaisse stew - salmon, tilapia, in a light tomato and crayfish broth
  • Caribbean roast vegetable pilau, okra tempura, red pepper coulis (ve) (gf)

Sides

  • Rice n Peas
  • Coleslaw
  • Mixed Salad
  • Fried Plantain

Desserts

  • Grilled Banana Bread, rum & raisin ice cream, butterscotch sauce, praline crumbs
  • Mango & Vanilla Cheesecake, caramelised mango compote, guava coulis
  • Fruit salad (ve)(gf)
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Where is it happening?

Cottons, Saint George Wharf, London, United Kingdom

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Tickets

GBP 87.38

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