London's largest rooftop bar, Freight Brixton, opens its doors today (May 7) with capacity for over 1,000 guests. Located next to Brixton Village Market and just minutes from Brixton Underground station, the open-air venue promises a vibrant mix of food, drink, and live music.
Opening Weekend and Events
The launch weekend kicks off tonight with a performance by Blue Lab Beats, followed by renowned DJ David Rodigan on Saturday, May 9. Additional acts such as Laurence Guy and Dimitri from Paris are scheduled to perform at the venue. A variety of food-themed festivals are also planned for the summer months.
Job Creation and Future Programming
Freight has created 50 local job opportunities. Following the launch, a full programme of major events is anticipated throughout May, June, and July. Notable early bookings include Laurence Guy hosting an evening of deep, euphoric house on May 16, Ghosts Of Garage presenting a UKG night on May 30, and Dimitri From Paris delivering his celebrated house and disco set on June 6.
Brunch and Day Parties
The venue will offer various brunch experiences, such as Reggae Brunch and Maggie Brunch. Embracing the growing trend of daytime party culture in London, Freight Brixton will host numerous day parties and events throughout the summer.
Specialist Bars and World Cup Fanzone
Guests can explore specialist bars, including the Casamigos 'House of Friends' and Hotel Milano, an Italian-inspired aperitivo bar forming part of the new Brixton Cocktail Club. With the World Cup approaching, a dedicated World Cup fanzone will screen both Champions League and FA Cup matches.
Community Impact
Dan Morris, Managing Director of Freight Island, said: 'Freight Brixton is an incredible rooftop in the heart of South London and will be a place for locals and the city beyond to come together and enjoy themselves with the best food, drink and music. I cannot wait for us to get this open - we have seen what creating these kinds of spaces can do for a community in Manchester, and we are all very excited to build something just as special in Brixton.'
The team behind Freight Brixton is the same group responsible for Freight Island in Manchester.
