What’s On
We’ve always got something new going on
Drop in to enjoy a free lunchtime concert, browse an exhibition by a local artist, join a new club, attend a performance or a film screening.
Our creative events are programmed by the Albany, and we also host a wide range of events important to our community – from our biannual Vietnamese Mid-Autumn and Lunar New Year festivals, to New Cross and Deptford Free Film Festival.
Age Guidance: All the Family, children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. LEGO club continues at The Library at Deptford Lounge every Monday and Friday from 4pm-5pm. Come…
Do you enjoy music, writing, or simply want to try something new? Trinity Laban are delivering a free 10-week songwriting project where we’ll create original songs together in a relaxed, supportive environment.…
Men’s Songwriting Group with Trinity Laban
From The Library at Deptford Lounge
Next event: 17th Mar 2026 Read MoreIntroduction to Lino Printing Workshop
From the Library at Deptford Lounge
Every second and third Wednesday of the month, 2pm Read More
Age Guidance: 17+ Get those creative juices flowing with support and laughter at the Lewisham Multicultural Writers’ Group. A positive space to enjoy writing of all kinds! Every Third Saturday…
Age guidance: 16+ Unwind with books, coffee, and gentle conversation Step into our Reading Lounge for a perfectly relaxed literary evening. Whether you’re a passionate reader or simply curious about…
The Reading Lounge
From the Library at Deptford Lounge
The Last Wednesday of Every Month 18:00- 20:00 Read More
Age Guidance: All are Welcome. Queer Along the River: LGBTQ+ South London History & Art This exhibition celebrates the rich tapestry of diverse, working-class queer history within our community, featuring…
Queer History Month Exhibition: Queer Along the River
From our Friends
4-28 February 2026, Monday - Friday 9am-7pm Saturday 9am-5pm Read More
Age Guidance: 16+ Join us to write for an hour and share for an hour. This writing group offers a relaxed space to write, followed by an opportunity to gain constructive…
Do you enjoy music, writing, or simply want to try something new? Trinity Laban are delivering a free 10-week songwriting project where we’ll create original songs together in a relaxed, supportive environment.…
Men’s Songwriting Group with Trinity Laban
From The Library at Deptford Lounge
Next event: 17th Mar 2026 Read More
Age guidance: for people aged 18+ D&D comes to Deptford Lounge! Join us for a new campaign to the Lost Mine of Phandelver. Gundren Rockseeker is looking for a group…
Dungeons & Dragons Night (Adults Only)
From the Library at Deptford Lounge
Every fourth Tuesday of the month Read More
Age guidance: 16+ Join us for Crafternoons – where creativity meets community! Discover the joy of crafting at Deptford Libraries with exciting activities. These relaxed sessions are perfect for adults…
Age Guidance: 18 + If you like singing in the shower, you’ll love sharing songs with the Kender Singers – a small group of like-minded enthusiasts. We sing two- and…
Age Guidance: All are welcome Lewisham Stop Smoking Service provides free and friendly support to stop smoking at Deptford Library. Are you tired of watching your money go up in…
Age guidance: All welcome High blood pressure, often called the silent killer, affects thousands of people without them even knowing. That’s why we’re working across Lewisham to make it easier to…
Age Guidance: All are Welcome Description: Unwind with books, coffee, and gentle conversation. Step into our Reading Lounge for a perfectly relaxed literary evening. Whether you’re a passionate reader or simply curious…
The Reading Lounge: Adult Reading Challenge
From The Library at Deptford Lounge
Last Wednesday of the Month 6pm- 8pm Read More
Age Guidance: All are welcome, but children under 12 must be accompanied by an adult. SCREENINGS – Watch a selection of films every Thursday 6:00 – 8:00pm, programmed to a new…
Age Guidance: 18+ Creative writing and drawing session on queer South London history Join Dr Catherine Hahn for a creative writing and drawing workshop on queer history in South London.…
Queer History Month Workshop: Queer Along the River
From our Friends
Thursday 26 Febuary 6pm - 7:30pm Read MoreRoller Disco
From The Albany at Deptford Lounge
Every third Thursday of the month, 6pm-9pm Read More
Age Guidance: 0-5 Join us every Saturday at 10.30 for half an hour of stories, nursery rhymes and songs, ideal for children under 5 and their families. We WILL expect…
Age Guidance: All the family Join us every Saturday, Stay and relax after Baby Bounce with colouring club, open to parents and children of any age! Colouring sheets and pens,…
Age Guidance: All of the family. Every Saturday, the Library at Deptford Lounge will be presenting a range of family-friendly films in the children’s library. An adult must accompany children…



