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 May.
Friday 5th - DJs from 7.30pm
Orbit Beers Taproom
Join us on the first Friday of May for a DJ set from Jamie Ormerod from 7.30pm. We'll also have our brand-new Rice Lager on tap!
Saturday 6th - Cue Point BBQ
Orbit Beers Taproom
Award-winning kitchen Cue Point LDN will be putting on their first BBQ of the summer for the big bank holiday weekend on 6th May.
Book a table and enjoy their special British /Afghan menu paired with Orbit's award-winning beers.
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Thursday 11th - An Evening with Melissa Cole
Orbit Beers Taproom
Join us at the taproom on Thursday 11th May for an evening with Certified Cicerone© and world-renowned beer writer Melissa Cole. Melissa’s passion in life is getting people to learn as little, or as much, as they want about what she considers the finest social lubricant known to humankind - beer!
Tickets are £10, or £17 including a copy of Melissa's book 'The Little Book of Lager' which features Orbit's award-winning Koln Lager Nico. Melissa will lead a tasting of beers which feature in the book and will be discussing her experiences of brewing, beer styles, tasting notes, and the perfect food pairings.
Book tickets via Eventbrite or at the bar
Friday 12th - Bring Your Own Vinyl
Orbit Beers
Sunday 14th - Urban Village Fete
Greenwich Peninsula
On 14th May, we will be serving your favourite Orbit Beers at Urban Village Fete - Greenwich Peninsula. Explore free workshops, talks and entertainment, eclectic local traders and spectacular street food in the sunshine. Bradley Zero & Mr Scruff will be headlining with a brilliant music line-up throughout the day.
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Thursday 18th May - Orbit Beers Tap Takeover
Mason Arms, Battersea
Join us in Battersea for an Orbit Tap Takeover at The Mason's Arms on Thursday 18th May, including our new Cue Point Pale Ale 3.9% hopped with Amarillo, Olicana, and Citra.
The Mason's Arms, Battersea, 169 Battersea Park Road, Battersea, London, SW8 4BT
Thursday 18th - Spoken Word/Poetry Night
Orbit Beers Taproom
Get down to the taproom on Thursday 18th May for the next instalment of Poetry Open Mic Night. Share lyrics, poetry, and thoughts, with or without music in an inclusive, relaxed, and supportive space. Pop in and chat with Felix beforehand if you're keen to know more, or just come along on the night and find out.
Friday 19th - Seb Genovese in Session
Orbit Beers Taproom
On Friday 19th May we're hosting musician and composer Seb Genovese for an acoustic guitar set from 7.30pm. Free to attend, but book a table to avoid disappointment.
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Saturday 20th - Independent Labels Market
Coal Drop Yard, Kings Cross
We are coming back to Coal Drops Yard in Kings Cross on the 20th of May!
Join us from 11am until 6.30pm for some amazing deals from the best indie labels. Includes limited editions, vinyl rarities, and test pressings as well as exclusive label and band merchandise.
Get yourself a pint of Orbit while you're browsing and let the finest indie labels soundtrack this spring event with DJ sets to celebrate the best of independent music. See you there!
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Thursday 25th - Hotpot DJ Set
Orbit Taproom
Join Don & Ian for a casserole of Rocksteady, Reggae and Ska on Thursday 25th May at the taproom.
Friday 26th - Project 6 Festival
Brockwell Park 
Kicking off the festival weekend on Friday night at Brockwell Park is Project 6. We'll be there with London Brewer's Market, serving up Orbit summer specials and we can't wait for this line-up!
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Saturday 27th - Wide Awake Festival
Brockwell Park
This year Wide Awake is on Saturday, with Caroline Polachek headlining, alongside the likes of Alex G, Osees, Oneohtrix Point Never, Daniel Avery, Shygirl and many more. Check out our announced line-up here with many more TBA.
Expect leftfield Indie, Post Punk, Electronica, Techno and more across a line-up you won’t find anywhere in London. Our line-up has an equal gender split and 2023 will see us work further on our sustainable ‘Positive Policy’, which was set up to change the way live music events affect our planet.
Environmentally conscious, socially aware and musical relevant, Wide Awake’s a party for people who care about music and more. Expect a musical melting pot of critically acclaimed sounds, with each day having its own identity and Orbit Beers will be in London Brewers Market serving up some of your festival favourites like Nico, Ivo, and Tzatziki Sour!
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Sunday 28th - X the Tracks Festival
Brockwell Park
Cross The Tracks is a day festival that's about more than just music. It’s about community, culture, family, flavour, history and creating a space for all of our passengers to feel at home.
Try new flavours from a selection of London's hottest street food vendors, or share a mouth-watering craft beer from Orbit and other local breweries with a new festival-pal you picked up along the way – as you immerse yourself in the cutting edge of jazz, funk and soul.
A day packed full of adventure, find your festival-season look at one of the independent fashion boutique traders, soak up some knowledge in the panels and hands-on workshops or explore any of the 7 vibrant stages in the South London gem that is Brockwell Park.
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Monday 30th - City Splash Festival
Brockwell Park
City Splash is on Monday 30th May and is a one-day festival bringing the hottest carnival vibes to South London with the biggest artists in Reggae, Dancehall, Afrobeats and more.
The City Splash mission is to help celebrate the impact and importance of Caribbean and African music on British culture. We're excited to be taking part and will be serving up fresh Orbit beers all day. See you there!
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Brockwell Park, Brockwell Park Gardens, London SE24 0NG
Saturdays - Orbit Taproom
Cue Point Brunch
Our residence chefs Cue Point LDN are starting up Saturday brunch 12-3pm. Incorporating their delicious smoked briskets along with lighter sweet treats, it's a great way to start your weekend alongside a Nico or Bloody Mary.
Sundays - Orbit Taproom
Pub Quiz & Cue Point Sunday Roasts
