Whether you're popping into the taproom or out and about around London, here is an update on what we've got going on in August.
Friday 1st August - 5 in a Bed DJ Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
5 in a Bed are a DJ collective that began their sessions in bedrooms all over London. Moving out into the world and starting off at Orbit Beers Taproom, join us for their next monthly set. Listen here.
Saturday 2nd August - DJ Mayo Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
Mayo is the maestro of smooth, velvety grooves that spread across the dancefloor like a dream. Playing dub reggae, soulful hip-hop, deep funk cuts, sweet soul, classic disco and jazzy house, Mayo spreads the vibes thick, turning any scene into a dancefloor delight.
Thursday 7th August - Live Music Open Mic Night
Orbit Beers Taproom
Acoustic Open Mic Night is the first Thursday of every month. Free to attend and perform. Chat with Abby or the team behind the bar for more details on how it works, or pop along next time to find out!
More info
Thursday 7th August - Australian Pale Ale Launch
Southampton Arms
A week before our taproom launch night, we'll be pouring our new Australian Pale Ale in one of North London's finest pubs - the Southampton Arms! Join us on Thursday 7th to try it first if you're north of the river.
Friday 8th August - Bring Your Own Vinyl
Orbit Beers Taproom
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Friday 8th August - Orbit Get-Together at the Earl
Earl of Derby, New Cross
Saturday 9th August - Jockey Down DJ Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
Wednesday 13th August - Australian Pale Ale Launch
Orbit Beers Taproom
Hopped and dry-hopped with Vic Secret, Galaxy, and Ella. It bursts with tropical mango, passion fruit, pineapple, and peach, layered over bright citrus with a subtle herbal undertone. With Vic Secret taking the lead, expect a slightly lighter, drier tropical profile balanced by Galaxy’s lush, fruit-forward intensity.
Friday 15th August - Jamie Adam DJ Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
Saturday 16th August- Golden Toad DJ Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
A new venture from Al of Japanese Television - Golden Toad is described as Wonky Swamp Pop, and we're here for it. A mind-melting exploration - Electronica meets krautrock, meets psych, meets ambient!
Thursday 21st August - Spoken Word Night
Orbit Beers Taproom
The third Thursday of every month is Poetry Open Mic Night. Come along to share lyrics, poetry, and thoughts, with or without music in an inclusive, relaxed, and supportive space.
Pop in and chat with Abby beforehand if you're keen to know more, or just come along on the night and find out.
Reserve a free ticket
Friday 22nd August - Minty DJ Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
One of our absolute favourite DJs for a Friday night at Orbit, Minty will be back, playing some vinyl for us in the taproom on 22nd August.
Listen to some Minty mixes here.
Saturday 23rd August - Judith Jones Summer Sessions
Orbit Beers Taproom
Judith's favourite era of music is the 90s, so you can often find her playing Garage, Dance, Pop, Reggae and R&B. She's joining us on 23rd August for one of her summer sessions from 7pm.
Saturday 23rd/Sunday 24th August - Beer Festival
Homestead, Beckenham Place Park
On 23rd and 24th August, the beer festival is returning to Homestead in Beckenham Place Park. Live music and DJs all afternoon. With Orbit Beers pouring alongside BR3WERY, Drop Project, Ignition, The Inkspot Brewery, The Kernel Brewery, Small Beer, and Three Hounds.
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Friday 29th August - Chris McKnight & Co. DJ Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
Sean, Chris and special guest Steve, will be bringing classic Soul, Funk, Motown, Reggae, Disco and more, to the Taproom. Start at 8pm. Bring your dancing shoes!
Friday 30th August - Defyne DJ Set
Orbit Beers Taproom
Defyne (Paul Brett) started DJing in Scotland in early 2000s. Later he would appear on FM radio in Edinburgh. A non-stop collector, the beats will be eclectic but centred around House, Electro, and other assorted Electronica.