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The Kickback

Connecting Black & Mixed Heritage Professionals. | From Networking, Flow Dating and Games Nights.

EST. 2013

The Kickback (formerly Lela's Lounge) provides Black Professionals with London's leading event nights. We curate experiences for positive and authentic people that simply want to chill + kickback.

04/09/2026

LONDON, YOUR THURSDAYS JUST CHANGED. 🖤

The Kickback presents THURSDAY AFTER WORK.

We’re launching on Thursday 1st October, the first day of UK Black History Month, at XORALONDON; a Black-owned venue in the heart of Farringdon.

A new after-work experience bringing together good people, good food, drinks, games, networking and music; without having to wait for Friday.

And to mark the start of Black History Month, there’s only one dress code:

🖤 ALL BLACK 🖤

📅 Thursday 1st October 2026
⏰ 6PM–11PM
📍 XORA London
27 Clerkenwell Road, Farringdon, EC1M 5RN

🎟️ TICKETS GO ON SALE TOMORROW — SATURDAY 5TH SEPTEMBER @ 6PM.

You already know how Kickback tickets move, so don’t leave this one sitting in the group chat. 😂

THURSDAYS • AFTER WORK • LONDON

Friday came early.

28/08/2026

3 WEEKS TO GO 🤎🎮

Games Night is back on Saturday 19th September and we’ve got 250+ people joining us for Round Two.

If you missed the last one, here’s what’s waiting for you:

🎮 PS5 gaming
🏎️ Nintendo Switch + Mario Kart
🧱 Giant Jenga
🃏 Card & board games
🏆 Hosted games & challenges
🎶 Music throughout the night

⛳ Mini golf will also be available, with tokens to purchase throughout the night.

And this time we’re going ALL MOCHA 🤎

Chocolate, coffee, caramel, brown, tan, beige, cream… pick your shade.

Come with your friends, bring a date or come solo — Games Night is one of the easiest Kickback events to meet new people at.

THE KICKBACK x KGN: ROUND TWO
📅 19.09.26
🤎 ALL MOCHA
🎟️ Tickets on sale now

See you in three weeks 🤎

18/08/2026

THE KICKBACK x KGN: ROUND TWO 🤎🎮
We’re running it back.

Saturday 19th September
The Kickback x Kunle’s Games Night
250+ people | ALL MOCHA dress code 🤎

What’s included with your ticket:

🎮 PS5 gaming
🏎️ Nintendo Switch + Mario Kart
🧱 Giant Jenga
🃏 Card games
🎲 Board games
🏆 Hosted games & challenges
🎶 Music throughout the night
🤎 250+ people to play, meet and vibe with

⛳ Mini golf will also be available, with tokens available to purchase throughout the night.

And yes, we mean ALL MOCHA; chocolate, brown, caramel, tan, beige, cream… pick your shade.

Come with your friends, come on a date or come by yourself.

Tickets drop this Friday 21.08 at 7PM 🎟️

19.09.26. ROUND TWO 🤎

21/07/2026

LADIES TICKETS ARE ALL SOLD OUT

3 days to go.

This Friday, we’ll be opening the doors to another Friday After Work at Patch St Paul’s.

Whether you’re joining us for the first time or you’re a regular, we’re looking forward to welcoming you for an evening of good conversation, music and new connections.

Standard tickets have sold out and only our Final Release Male tickets remain.

Friday 24th July
6pm – 11pm
Patch St Paul’s

If you’re planning to join us, now’s the time to secure your ticket.

See you on Friday.

07/07/2026

17 DAYS TO GO. 🔥

The countdown is getting real.

Good music.
Good people.
Good vibes.

On 24th July, we’re taking over Patch St Paul’s for an evening of connections, games, drinks and everything you need to start the weekend right.

Don’t be the person asking for pictures afterwards.

🎟️ Tickets available now.

ThingstoDoInLondon

29/06/2026

LONDON. WE’RE BACK. 🔥

After months away, Friday After Work returns for our Summer Social.

No forced networking.
No awkward icebreakers.
No nightclub chaos.

Just great music, good drinks, games, conversations and a room full of Black & Mixed Heritage professionals, founders, creatives and entrepreneurs.

📅 Friday 24th July 2026
⏰ 6:00PM – 11:00PM
📍 Patch St Paul’s
58–60 Carter Lane, London EC4V 5EF

Expect:
✨ Connections
🎲 Games
🍸 Drinks
🎵 Good Music
🎉 Good Vibes

Whether you’re coming with friends or arriving solo, you’ll leave having met some incredible people.

Ages 23+

Good People. Good Music. Good Vibes.

🎟️ Tickets on sale now.

23/06/2026

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16/06/2026

Kim Jayde joins The KickBack's official Cannes Lions 2026 cohort taking place from 22-26
June 2026 in Cannes, France.

An award-winning media personality, presenter and broadcaster, Kimberley has built an impressive career across television, radio, digital media and live events, becoming one of the most recognisable voices in entertainment and culture.

As part of the cohort, Kimberley will join a group of talented professionals, creatives, entrepreneurs and future industry leaders representing The Kickback at the world's largest festival of creativity.
Throughout the week, the cohort will have access to networking opportunities, industry events, brand activations, workshops and conversations with some of the biggest names in advertising, media, technology, entertainment and business.

We are excited to have Kimberley representing The KickBack community in Cannes and look forward to seeing the connections, collaborations and opportunities that emerge throughout the week.

07/06/2026

SCARY MOVIE 6 is almost here.

This Thursday, The Kickback returns to the cinema for what might be our funniest screening of the year.

Included with your ticket:
• Wings
• Rum punch
• Olu Olu chips
• Special prize draw
• Networking before the film
• A cinema full of people who definitely shouldn’t be allowed to watch this together

Expect throwback energy, non-stop laughter and a proper community atmosphere from start to finish.

If you’ve been thinking about it, now is the time to book.

Thursday 11 June 2026.
21+ only.

23/05/2026

**THE KICKBACK IS GOING TO CANNES 🇫🇷**

And we want to bring one young creative from our community with us.

**We’re looking for a content creator under 30 who can join us in Cannes from 21–26 June 2026 for Cannes Lions.** we will arrive 24 hours ahead of the festival

The selected person will receive a Cannes Lions pass with VIP access to talks, seminars, networking spaces and selected exclusive events across the week.

This is a real opportunity to be around global brands, creatives, agencies, founders and some of the biggest conversations happening in media, culture and entertainment.

We already have a line-up of meetings, events and invitations planned and want somebody who can help capture the experience properly.

We’re looking for somebody under 30 who:
• Creates strong content
• Understands TikTok/Instagram/social storytelling
• Has an existing audience or strong engagement online
• Can film, edit or present
• Is professional and reliable
• Has a valid passport and is available for the full trip
• ⁠has a following of atleast 20k on Instagram/tiktok

Preference may be given to creators with a sizeable and engaged following across social media.

To apply, send us:
• Your name and age
• Your socials/portfolio
• Why you want to come
• Examples of your content

Email: [email protected]

Applications close soon.

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Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 9pm
Tuesday	9am - 9pm
Wednesday	9am - 9pm
Thursday	9am - 9pm
Friday	9am - 9pm
Saturday	9am - 9pm
Sunday	9am - 9pm

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http://www.wearethekickback.com/upcomingevents

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