BHM: Afro-Caribbean Hall Party

Afro-Caribbean Hall Party

Friday 3rd October | 6–9pm Listen Gallery, Glasgow

A Queer Black Scotland × Exhale.Group collaboration

For Black History Month, join us for an evening of joy, culture, and connection at the Afro-Caribbean Hall Party, a sober celebration for queer people of colour to share and celebrate Afro-Caribbean cultures.

What to expect:

🎶 Music, open decks & open mic performances (sign up here https://forms.gle/UhTjCK7cdNdZAZbv6)

🍲 A potluck (bring a dish from your culture if you can, we will also provide some food)

🎨 A chill out space with games & craft materials

💃🏾 A vibe emulating the living room and hall parties we had as a kid but for queers!

Come through, bring a dish, bring your joy, and let's celebrate together 💛❤️💚

Important Information

Food will be served from 6pm so come down early! Performances will kick off at 6:30pm.

Travel support available – just keep your receipt and bring it along.

If there’s anything else we can do to support your access to this event, please let us know. Reach out to Mahasin (they/them) at mahasin@exhale.group with any questions or support needs.

Tickets

We’re trialling a pay-what-you-can model to help make this event – and future QBS × Exhale events – sustainable.If you’re able to contribute, you can purchase a donation-based ticket. Your support means a lot.

Cancellations

Can’t make it anymore? Please cancel your ticket (ideally 48 hours in advance) so someone else can join and we can plan food accordingly.

About Listen Gallery

Listen Gallery is a sound arts space created to strengthen listening practices. Care is at the heart of how we operate — we aim to provide an environment free from judgement, prejudice, or exclusion. We commit to creating a space rooted in safety, solidarity, and collective responsibility.

Listen Gallery is a dry space. No alcohol is permitted on site. This policy honours diverse cultural practices, supports individuals in recovery, and prioritises collective safety and care.

Lighting & Seating

We do not use strip or overhead lighting. The space is softly lit throughout. Most seating is stools/on the floor, softened with cushions and carpets. We also have a sofa lounge area.

Health & Safety

Please do not attend events if you feel unwell. If you have flu-like symptoms, we encourage you to test and wear a face covering.