London, we’re back! And we’re stoked to be bringing our awesome **COMMUNITY MARKET** back to the House. For the return of our IRL community market, we’ve partnered with **London Makers Market** to share with you a great mix of London’s eco-conscious designers and creatives.

The [London Makers Market](https://www.londonmakersmarket.com/) gives a platform to eco-conscious makers to share their unique and lovingly handcrafted products, ranging from ceramics and homewares to clothing and jewellery to art and textiles.

Can’t make it down? Fear not… as well as our IRL offering, you can also meet the designers, browse and shop their products through our Instagram Stories. This event will be split across November 27th and December 4th, with both online and IRL events starting at 11am each Saturday morning. We’ve got a fresh lineup for both days, with different designers so stick it in the diary, get the weekend started right and come on down for a browse and get your Christmas shopping sorted nice and early. 

Check out our full list of vendors here. (Click each company name to be directed to their Instagram): [Godi](https://www.instagram.com/godi.uk), [NUDITEA](https://www.instagram.com/nuditeauk), [Cloth and Clay](https://www.instagram.com/_clothandclay), [AdeleWDesign](https://www.instagram.com/adelewdesign), [JasAnn Organics](https://www.instagram.com/jasannorganics), [Cece Finery Ltd](https://www.instagram.com/cecefinery), [Studio Thirty](https://www.instagram.com/studiothirty_30), [Izzy Mcfarlane Design](https://www.instagram.com/izzymcfarlane.design), [Kali Home](https://www.instagram.com/kali_home_), [Create Space](https://www.instagram.com/create___space), [Mila's Apothecary](https://www.instagram.com/milasapothecary), [Klatch Collective](https://www.instagram.com/klatchco), [Pretty Rocking](https://www.instagram.com/pretty.rocking), [Pearl Ivy](https://www.instagram.com/pearlivyshop), [Wolves of Suburbia](https://www.instagram.com/wolvesofsuburbia), [Peony Belles](https://www.instagram.com/peonybelles_flowers), [My Ivory Room](https://www.instagram.com/myivoryroom), [LIP Ceramics](https://www.instagram.com/lipceramics), [Pieces Of The Puzzle](https://www.instagram.com/pieces_ofthepuzzle), [ambustum](https://www.instagram.com/ambustum), [Studio AZ](https://www.instagram.com/studioaz.ldn), [Periodical](https://www.instagram.com/periodical_powers), [Oh My Gold Ldn](https://www.instagram.com/ohmygoldldn), [Emma Vine Ceramics](https://www.instagram.com/emmavineceramics), [Fowldedclay](https://www.instagram.com/fowldedclay), [Suzi Mclaughlin Paper Flowers](https://www.instagram.com/suzimclaughlin), [Lauren Marina](https://www.instagram.com/laurenmarina), [YGN Collective](https://www.instagram.com/ygncollective), [Studio Limbo](https://www.instagram.com/limbocandles), [Custard Cloth](https://www.instagram.com/custardcloth), [Naturally Legit](https://www.instagram.com/naturallylegitlondon), [BEAU Polish](https://www.instagram.com/beaupolishuk), [Zuki and Me](https://www.instagram.com/zuki.and.me), [art by mr.](https://www.instagram.com/artbymr._), [Handmade with wool](https://www.instagram.com/handmade_w_wool)

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Our Community Market is back IRL, this time in partnership with London Makers Market

Community Market: London Makers Market: Day 1

Doc'n Roll still received over **75** short film applications for the festival and we'll be splitting the nine finalists over two Friday screenings, each session ending with a Q&A with film-makers and directors.

Check out the full lineup below and see what's lined up for our second installment on Friday, November 12 [HERE.](https://hov-uk-site.herokuapp.com/events/docn-roll-shorts-festival-day-2)

Both events are free with booking required. 
A very limited number of walk-in tickets will be available on the day, on a first come, first served basis.

**SHORTS PROGRAMME 1: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 5th (7PM) **

*(5min Intro + 102min programme + 30min filmmaker intro/Q&A) *

**Harmonic Spectrum**

Sean uses the Piano to navigate life on the Autistic Spectrum. As he is drawn into new musical collaborations he must learn to balance his enthusiasm and compulsive energy with understanding and compromise, redefining his perspective in the process.

**Lil Estonia**

Helmed by SoundCloud and radio-DJ Siim Nestor, something new is happening in Estonian music: a new wave, new characters, and a new Estonia...Lil Estonia! This documentary is an anatomy of a generation in Estonia in 2020.

**Amalgamation**

A soulful portrait of a female choir revisiting traditional songs in a contemporary way, bridging past and present via powerful voices and a deep sense of community and friendship.

**Brutal Honesty**

Brutal Honesty follows the story of a young couple who are navigating the bumps in the road of their relationship. Miscommunication, neglect and suspected infidelity are all themes that are entwined in this tumultuous love story. Honesty is at the very core of their dialogue, in spite of the pains that it brings. Will their brutal conversations lead to the undoing of their relationship, or a reconciliation?

**Disciples**

A journey into the opposing ideologies of the Malaysian skinhead scene.


Doc'N Roll are back at House of Vans with their 2021 Shorts Film Festival. 

Doc'n Roll Shorts Festival: Day 1

Doc'n Roll still received over **75** short film applications for the festival and we'll be splitting the nine finalists over two Friday screenings, each session ending with a Q&A with film-makers and directors.

Check out the full Day 2 lineup below. 

This event is free with booking required. 
A very limited number of walk-in tickets will be available on the day, on a first come, first served basis.

Check out the full lineup below and see what's lined up for our first instalment on Friday, November 5th [HERE.](bit.ly/hov-doc-shorts-fest-2021-1)


**SHORTS PROGRAMME 2: FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 12 (7PM) **

*(5min Intro + 94min programme + 30min filmmaker intro/Q&A) *

**Come on Time**

The story of Clive Kennedy, and a fascinating music documentary about a performer who can’t perform. A tale of incredible talent gone unrealised turns into a joint effort between subject and filmmaker to battle the challenges of Clive's mental health and find catharsis in his songs.

**Rodion**

Rodion, hailed as the Romanian godfather of electronic music, reflects on his life after the news that he has an untreatable illness.

**25**

As she turns 25 years old, the promising young Spanish artist Robie looks back and narrates her feelings from the point of view of an independent and LGTB+ artist facing the real world, while recording her next album.

**Joy Uncensored**

A story of one woman’s daring attempt to embrace life: 64-year-old Joy France attempts to break gender and age stereotypes by competing in the brutal, youthful, male-dominated world of battle rap.

Please note that a ticket does not guarantee entry. The venue is subject to capacity, please come early to avoid disappointment.




Doc'n Roll Shorts Festival: Day 2

Community Market: London Makers Market: Day 2

We’re hosting an event in support of the [Ben Raemers Foundation](https://thebenraemersfoundation.com/), a charity set up in Ben’s memory to get skateboarders talking about mental health. We’ll be hosting the premiere of **Skating & Talking** - [VICE](https://www.vice.com/en)’s film about Ben’s life and once the film’s done we’ve got an evening of music played by Ben’s friends and skating with our cash for tricks skate jam.

The film, made by VICE is a new documentary profiling the life of the late British pro-skateboarder Ben Raemers, and how his community rallied round to spark a conversation about mental health in honour of his legacy. The documentary is being released as part of a new digital VICE documentary series exploring mental health within the skate community and features interviews with his sister Lucy Raemers, close friends Rob Mathieson and Scott “Horsey” Walker, as well as Enjoi teammate Louie Barletta.

The film additionally profiles The Ben Raemers Foundation, which was founded in the wake of Ben’s death with a mission to end the stigma that prevents skaters from discussing mental health issues. The Foundation aims to create a platform and safe space for the skate community to address issues around mental health as well as delivering suicide awareness training to skate shops and teams like Palace and Isle.
 

Doors at 6pm. Free entry, no booking required. 


Vice Film Premier & Skate Jam in memory of Ben Raemers

Skating & Talking - Ben Raemers

If you wish to enter the skatepark then you must submit a digital [**WAIVER**](https://roller.app/houseofvans/waiver/#/) form using this link. Please note that if you submitted one of the old paper disclaimer forms before August 2021, this form is no longer valid for entry, and you will still need to submit one of the new digital disclaimers. For any person under 18 years of age, the disclaimer must be filled out on their behalf by their parent or their legal guardian. A data base is checked to ensure that you have submitted a valid disclaimer before being granted entry to the park. 


ALL SKATEPARK USERS MUST

Established by Vans in 2019, Vans Checkerboard Day is an annual event that champions and inspires creative expression globally. The event is aimed at supporting, uplifting and empowering members of our Vans family across the world to drive positive change within our communities.

Curated by [GIRLS IN FILM](https://www.girlsinfilm.net/), 'It’s the Family You Choose' is our evening of short films in celebration of (given or chosen) family, love and support. The night will also feature an open-mic pitch for filmmakers to find collaborators and crew for their upcoming projects, plus a fun and interactive quiz on female and trans-directed films.

Please note that a ticket does not guarantee entry. The venue is subject to capacity, please come early to avoid disappointment.

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A Girls in Film event in celebration of Vans Checkerboard Day

It’s The Family You Choose

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For this month's Doc Nights we have [FREAKSCENE – THE STORY OF DINOSAUR JR](https://www.dinosaurjr.com/news-blog/2021/10/1/freakscene-the-story-of-dinosaur-jr-documentary) in partnership with [Doc’N Roll](https://www.docnrollfestival.com/docn-roll-tv/freakscene-the-story-of-dinosaur-jr/). The feature length film explores the rough and emotional story of the band that grandfathered the American East Coast indie-rock scene - Dinosaur Jr. Named after their ’88 debut single ‘Freak Scene’, filmmaker Philipp Reichenheim canned some exclusive interviews with the band members to share the nitty gritty of those early days.

Grab your ticket and come join us on Thursday, December 2 at 7PM. See you there!

Film certificate: 15

Synopsis:
FREAKSCENE - THE STORY OF DINOSAUR JR. is an homage to one of the most influential bands on the American East Coast, which inspired the rock scene, including Nirvana and Sonic Youth, in the 1990s. Their style and unmistakable sound, later referred to as "Grunge", laid the foundation for the entire "Slacker" culture of Generation X. It is also the story of the eloquent and eccentric guitarist and bandleader J. Mascis, the bassist Lou Barlow and drummer Murph, and a band that insanely does not talk to each other. Communication takes place exclusively through music, although filmmaker Philipp Reichenheim nevertheless manages to make the closed and shy icons speak. An emotional, tragically funny and sometimes noisy rollercoaster ride by a dysfunctional family, Dinosaur Jr.


Doc Nights: Freakscene  The Story of Dinosaur Jr

Our BMX sessions are back with a bang this Friday night at House of Vans London. We're clearing the tunnels just for our two-tyred dudes and we've got cash for tricks and free drinks all night and we're joined by special guest [Lewis Mills](https://instagram.com/leewdogg?utm_medium=copy_link)!

As always, to keep things easy on the door, [SIGN YOUR WAIVER](https://roller.app/houseofvans/waiver/#/) before!



BMX Session

We're delighted to announce that we'll once again be hosting DIY's Class of 2022 launch party on Thursday 9th December.

This year we've got Leeds quartet Yard Act heading up the bill alongside slacker-pop star Lauran Hibberd and brilliant newcomers Lime Garden! We'll also have BIMM alumni Bukky and one special guest announced the day before the event.

Doors will open at 6:30pm for event start at 7pm.

Get your tickets quick before they sell out! 

DIY Class of 2022 Launch Party


We're stoked to present a very special partner for the return of our Girls Skate Night. London-based [Neighbourhood Skate Club](https://www.instagram.com/neighbourhoodskateclub/) is a skate school and community bringing together and creating space for women and queer people who skateboard or who want to learn.

Join us on Thursday December 16th for our Christmas themed takeover featuring a women’s skate jam, curated workshops, Skate Skool, Christmas nibbles and a special conversation in our cinema room with Neighbourhood founder [Lyndsay Mclaren](https://www.instagram.com/lynders/) & pro skater [Helena Long](https://www.instagram.com/helenalegslong/).


This is a queer friendly event and we can’t wait to see you there. Hit the link above to score your free tickets. 

Unfortunately all skate slots are fully booked. The event is un-ticketed, but is based on a first come first serve basis. 

Girls Skate Night with Neighbourhood Skate Club 

We’re welcoming in the the new year with our first COMMUNITY MARKET of 2022. This January, we've teamed up with Netherlands-based artist and photographer [Rosey Jones ](https://www.instagram.com/roseyjones/) to curate a selection of her favourite makers and creators.

Launching on our Instagram Stories at 10am on Saturday 22nd January, the market will include the likes of jewellery maker [Bloody Mary Metal](https://www.instagram.com/bloodymarymetal/); artist and illustrator [Robin Eisenberg](https://www.instagram.com/robineisenberg/); Belgian photographer [Trix Eden Breuls](https://www.instagram.com/trixedenbreuls/) and potter [Ponky Wots](https://www.instagram.com/ponkywots/). We'll see you then!


Community Market: Curated By Rosey Jones

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Our first Doc Nights of the year in collaboration with [Doc'n Roll] (https://www.docnrollfestival.com/) will start with a free online screening of [The Nowhere Inn](https://www.nowhereinn.movie/), the fantastically bizarre mockumentary about GRAMMY award winning musician Annie Clark, a.k.a [St. Vincent](https://www.instagram.com/st_vincent/).

Screening begins at 7pm on Thursday, January 27th and runs for 48 hours. Hit the booking link quick to secure your ticket, as we only have a limited number up for grabs.

Movie synopsis: From real-life friends Annie Clark (a.k.a. GRAMMY award-winning recording and touring artist St. Vincent) and Carrie Brownstein (Portlandia, Sleater-Kinney) comes the metafictional account of two creative forces banding together to make a documentary about St. Vincent’s music, touring life, and on-stage persona. But they quickly discover unpredictable forces lurking within subject and filmmaker that threaten to derail the friendship, the project, and the duo’s creative lives.

![HOV_docnights202201_2NDevent_1390x290_2.jpg](https://res.cloudinary.com/houseofvans/image/upload/v1642434403/HOV_docnights202201_2_N_Devent_1390x290_2_4ce63afc57.jpg)

Doc Nights: The Nowhere Inn

We're stoked to present our first NEXT ERA gig open to the public in IRL. And it's going to be a belter, with ARXX running as our headline act alongside Slobheads, Slap Rash and Gen and the Degenerates. ARXX are a Queer Alt- Rock Gal Pal Duo. They have been making moves all over the UK and Europe, including appearances at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend, Great Escape, Icebreaker, and Left Of The Dial, supporting Black Honey, Liz Lawrence and Pillow Queens on their UK Headline Tours. Now, having been making music together since 2017, they've received acclaim from the likes of BBC Radio 1's Jack Saunders, Sophie K and Huw Stephens, Radio 6's Steve Lamacq and John Kennedy on Radio X.

Doors open at 6:30pm and you can grab tickets via the link above to join us as we uncover some of the UK’s hottest up-and-coming musicians, performing tracks from our Tunnel 2 stage.

We'll see you there!

NEXT ERA: Arxx | Slobheads | Slap Rash | Gen and the Degenerates

We're stoked to present our first NEXT ERA gig open to the public in IRL. And it's going to be a belter, with ARXX running as our headline act alongside The Slobheads, Slap Rash and Gen and the Degenerates. ARXX are a Queer Alt- Rock Gal Pal Duo. They have been making moves all over the UK and Europe, including appearances at BBC Radio 1 Big Weekend, Great Escape, Icebreaker, and Left Of The Dial, supporting Black Honey, Liz Lawrence and Pillow Queens on their UK Headline Tours. Now, having been making music together since 2017, they've received acclaim from the likes of BBC Radio 1's Jack Saunders, Sophie K and Huw Stephens, Radio 6's Steve Lamacq and John Kennedy on Radio X.

Doors open at 6:30pm and you can grab tickets via the link above to join us as we uncover some of the UK’s hottest up-and-coming musicians, performing tracks from our Tunnel 2 stage.

We'll see you there!

NEXT ERA 

Our good friends at[ South Coast Makers Market](https://www.southcoastmakersmarket.co.uk/) are taking over our COMMUNITY MARKET this February with a truly eclectic mix of vendors spanning illustration, vintage workwear, plants, candles, jewellery, records and more. 

Market stalls open in our tunnels at 10am on Saturday, February 12th and we'll also bring the COMMUNITY MARKET straight to your Instagram Stories, for those who can't make it down.

See you there!

Community Market: South Coast Makers Market 

This month's Doc Nights, in collaboration with [Doc'n Roll](https://www.docnrollfestival.com) presents a screening of American Rapstar, an eye-opening exploration of the SoundCloud rap phenomenon; a scene of troubled, young, lo-fi rappers that has emerged within the last few years. Exploiting the possibilities of social media to engage with a rabid fan base, a new breed of stars like Lil Peep, Smokepurpp, and Bhad Bhabie have disrupted the music industry, sidestepping traditional gatekeepers to shock the world with their rambunctious antics, prescription drug use, facial tattoos, and irreverent punk energy. 

We're stoked to be opening the House doors for this one with the screening kicking off at 7pm on Thursday, 17th February. Tickets are free, but you need to sign up via the Eventbrite link above... get in there quick before they're all gone. 

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Doc Nights: American Rapstar

Open Skate & Skate Skool sessions run on a weekly basis here at House of Vans London. The Open Skate sessions are Friday & Saturday afternoons/evenings with access to our bowl, mini ramp and street course. Skate Skool is Saturday mornings and comes in the form of 1 hour skateboard lessons with access to the bowl, mini ramp and street course for those age 5+.

We always encourage skatepark users to book their spot online in advance to save time and hassle on arrival. An online waiver must be filled out prior to skating and we also advise this is done before arrival.  

Couldn’t get a ticket? Walk-ins are subject to availability and tickets for each session are handed out on the day on a first come first served basis by our reception staff.

# OPEN SKATE INFO

Rules & Important Information:

- Skate session with access to the bowl, mini ramp and street course.

- No equipment is provided.

- Any person under 18 years old must have a waiver form filled out and submitted on their behalf by their parent or legal guardian. Submit your disclaimer now.

- Entry is NOT guaranteed

- First Come, First Served until we hit capacity

- ZERO TOLERANCE for drugs or underage drinking.


# SKATE SKOOL INFO

- 1 hr skateboard lesson with access to the bowl, mini ramp and street course

- Age limit for Skate Skool is 5+

- Equipment Provided (board, pads and helmet)

- It is compulsory for safety equipment to be worn

- Parents are not allowed in the skate park unless they are taking part in a lesson

- Any person under 18 years old must have a waiver form filled out and submitted on their behalf by their parent or legal guardian.

- Entry is guaranteed only with ticket (up to 15 minutes late)

- ZERO TOLERANCE for drugs or underage drinking.


# ONLINE WAIVER - ESSENTIAL

If you wish to enter the skate park then you must submit a digital WAIVER form using this link. 

[https://roller.app/houseofvans/waiver/#/](https://roller.app/houseofvans/waiver/#/)

Please note that if you submitted one of the old paper disclaimer forms before August 2021, this form is no longer valid for entry, and you will still need to submit one of the new digital disclaimers. For any person under 18 years of age, the disclaimer must be filled out on their behalf by their parent or their legal guardian. A data base is checked to ensure that you have submitted a valid disclaimer before being granted entry to the park.


OPEN SKATE & SKATE SKOOL

Friday February 18th's one not to be missed for the skate heads. We're premiering 'Open All Hours', an homage to indy skate shops and we'll be giving away cash for tricks and free drinks too. Doors at 4pm with the first screening at 6pm, second screening at 8pm and no ticket required. 

'Open All Hours' synopsis: An in depth look at the importance of independent skate shops and gives an insight into their current state within the industry and why losing them is more than losing a store, it's the loss of a community. Directed by Rohum Dilley.

Skate Lates:  Open All Hours Premiere

Searching out the freshest in new music, NEXT ERA returns to House of Vans LDN in March with four killer acts. 

Tori Sheard will kick off the night with her up-beat alt-pop tunes combining poetic storytelling with contemporary, dream-like production and catchy hooks. Next on stage is Nottingham's Alfie Sharp, whose grandma's-living-room style storytelling helped him to number 2 spot in the iTunes RnB charts with his debut single, 'Nostalgia' released on Island Records back in 2019. Next up is Georgian singer, songwriter, producer, DJ and pianist Sâlo is truly one of the most exciting artists coming through right now. Taking influence from neo soul, old jazz, blues and native Georgian harmonies, her songwriting and vocals make it hard to believe she's only 22 years old. And finally, headline act Blind Mic will be closing the stage with a set that spans jazz, Hip Hop, Funk, Soul and Drum & Bass. It’s well known that his live band performance is something to behold!

Doors open at 7pm and you can grab tickets via the link above. 

Blind Mic: 9:45 - 10:30pm 

Sâlo: 9:10 - 9:30pm 

Alfie Sharp: 8:30 - 9:00pm 

Tori Sheard: 7:45 - 8:15pm

Next Era: Blind Mic | Salo | Alfie Sharp | Tori Sheard 

Girls Skate Night is back for March and our good friend - and creative extraordinaire - Liisa Chisholm's putting her stamp on the evening with custom designed skateable features and creative workshops. DJs Something Something & Ciecely will be cranking out tunes all night long and we've got drinks on the House too.

Doors open from 6-10pm on Thursday, March 10th... we can't wait to see you there! 

This event isn't ticketed and entry is on a first come first served basis. 

Girls Skate Night With Liisa Chisholm

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We're delighted to present a screening of MAN DOWN in association with Doc'n Roll Film Festival. The powerful documentary explores mental health issues in men from the music industry, with stories from Rag & Bone Man, Portishead and Idles all detailing their own struggles and experiences. 


Join us for the movie from 7pm on Thursday, March 17th and we have a very special Q&A session with Jamie (director), Gemma (producer and nurse) and Mackie & DRS (artists) following the movie.  We also have a line up of live performances with guest acts to be announced.

See you there!

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DIRECTED BY: JAMIE YUAN

EXECUTIVE PRODUCER: GEMMA JENNISON 

PRODUCED BY: SAM STIRLING, MIKE SIMMONS, DAVID JONES

CREATIVE CONSULTANT: JOSH COLE 

EDITED BY: JAMIE YUAN

COLOURIST: VANYA TOMOVA

SOUND DESIGN: ALEX WHYBROW

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Doc Nights: Man Down

The good people at London Makers Market are back with another fantastically curated COMMUNITY MARKET here at House of Vans LDN. Born from a passion for selling face-to-face, LMM have handpicked a wonderful bunch of creatives to set up shop here on Saturday March 19th from 10am. 

We'll also bring the COMMUNITY MARKET straight to your Instagram Stories, for those who can't make it down.

See you there!

Community Market March 2022: Curated By London Makers Market

We're delighted to announce our first headline show in over two years with the enigmatic [Greentea Peng](https://www.greenteapeng.net/#/), on April 7th. Bringing psychedelic neo soul vibes and transcending multiple musical genres spanning jazz, soul, dub, reggae and R'n'B Greentea Peng takes influence from the likes of Lauryn Hill, Erykah Badu, Miss Dynamite and Lily Allen. 

Shortlisted for the BBC Sound of 2021 and hot off the release of her 2021 debut album, 'Man Made' Greentea Peng's one of the most intriguing live acts you'll see in 2022.

Greentea Peng takes to our Main Stage from 7pm on Thursday April 7th and tickets are free - but they'll go fast, so make sure to book on via the the link at the top of the page to avoid disappointment. 

This is a strictly over 18s event. 

Greentea Peng @ House of Vans London

We're celebrating World Record Store Day with a Community Market curated specially for our Instagram Stories by George Werbrouck-Edwards, guitarist for raucous Brighton-based four-piece, Yonaka. 

Known for combining heavy riffs, melodic hooks, and on-stage punk furor, Yonaka have been likened to Yeah Yeah Yeahs and Royal Blood and George has selected his five favourite indie record stores to feature in this weekend's Community Market, where we'll be linking you straight to their online platforms. 

Hitting out Instagram Stories for 24 hours starting at 10am on World Record Store Day, Saturday April 23rd.

Community Market: World Record Store Day, Curated By George From Yonaka

The good people at London Makers Market are taking over our COMMUNITY MARKET on Saturday, May 14th with their Spring Market from 11AM. They'll be filling our tunnels with creativity and colour through a variety of independent vendors spanning handmade crafts, candles, ceramics, clothing, food, drinks and much more!

They're also running two exclusive events in support of Mental Health Awareness Month which include a dried flower wreath making workshop with florist, Evie - owner of Freckled Petal (11am-1pm) and a wellbeing talk from positive mental health advocate Charlotte Robinson. For more information on their events, please[ CLICK HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/dried-flower-wreath-workshop-tickets-313754607477) for wreath making and [CLICK HERE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/lets-talk-mental-health-with-charlotte-robinson-free-event-tickets-317554763847?aff=ebdsoporgprofile) for Charlotte Robinson talk. 

Can't make it down? We'll be showcasing vendors from the COMMUNITY MARKET on our Instagram Stories over the weekend.

COMMUNITY MARKET vendors: Alma London, Bert and b, Blz & Co, Both Barrels, COCOON Natural Dye House, Concrete Jungle, Covinhas Handmade, Craftfunk, Friday Ceramics, Freak Flower Society, KAMŪ LONDON, Lamptissue, Lily Deason Ceramics, Limo Vie, Lizzi Mann, Lunar James, Martyna Makes, Ni Studios, Open to Dreamers, Pippa Kate Design, Psquared, Quite Nice Clothing, Sophie Charles Design, Steph Stewart Portraits, Taylor Made Naturals, Thali & Tuk, Tuft Daddy, Vintage Vegan Candle Co.



Community Market May 2022: London Makers Market

We’re delighted to present a special night for our Two-Tyred comrades in association with the good dudes at [Endless Mag](https://endless-mag.com/). We're closing down our tunnels for an evening dedicated to the BMX community soundtracked by DJs, free food & drinks and we'll be dishing out cash for tricks all night. 

Roll through from 4pm-10pm on Friday, May 20th.

Two Tyred BMX Session

Kicking off this month's NEXT ERA showcase is headlining act, Bad Nerves. This 5-piece Powerpop-RocknRoll band from Essex caught the attention of DJ Annie Mac with their infectious melodies. Their single, ‘Can’t be Mine’, recently made it as one of her coveted ‘New Names’ picks. Next up is Clarence and the Modern Life, whose sharp lyrical delivery merges end of time nihilism with captivating optimism. Taking influence from The Clash, Gorillaz and David Bowie, Clarence’s tracks blur the lines of modern life. With stunning visuals, one man show, Lemonade Shoelace, will drop a set of sensory-dense, pop melodies delivered through futuristic styles. Lemonade is hitting it big on national radio and is currently teaming up with Peter Brien (Kojaque) on his debut EP. Wrapping up the stage is pop-tinged punk band, Reminders. With their energising sound, stamped as ‘beach punk’, Reminders throw you back to the place where punk was born – the ragged British seaside. 

Doors open at 7pm, grab tickets via the link above. This is a strictly over 18s event, tickets are free but don't guarantee entry. 
 
See you there!


NEXT ERA May 2022: Bad Nerves | Clarence and the Modern Life | Lemonade Shoelace | Reminders

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Partnering with our good friends at [Doc'n Roll Film Festival](https://www.docnrollfestival.com/), we're presenting a special screening of UNDERPLAYED, Stacey Lee’s documentary which examines gender inequality in the electronic dance music scene. The documentary features artists Sherelle, Mark Ronson, Nervo and Anna Lunoe.

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Join us for the movie on Thursday, May 26th from 7pm and stay tuned for the announcement of two DJ sets to follow the film. 

See you there!

Doc Nights: UNDERPLAYED

We’re shining a light on some of the UK’s best skate shops, crews and brands with Skate Lates and for May 2022 we're stoked to host a special evening with London-based DIY skate brand Lovenskate. 

Join us for an evening of skating, screen printing workshops, free food & drinks, DJs and more. The Lovenskate team will be in attendance and we've got a cash for tricks session lined up, meaning you can be sure they'll throw down!

Kicking off at 6pm, we can't wait to see you there.

Skate Lates: Lovenskate

Partnering with the [Royal College of Art](https://www.rca.ac.uk/), House of Vans London are pleased to announce the special display of DOWNTOWN DIGGING, a showcase of graduate artwork which examines the urban environment and culture of the city.

Each individual artist highlights a play on urban space, architecture, pre-conceived object function and the relationships which connect our cities spaces. 

The exhibition will see a full venue take over where the works are curated throughout the venue, juxtaposing ceramics with digital and performative art within an urban space, presenting unique visual and sensory nuances between art and skateboarding culture.

Join us for the exhibition on Thursday, June 2nd from 6:30pm where we also have a line-up of artist talks, DJ’s and live performances. This powerful mix of art and the urban world inside is one not to be missed and we’ll be housing the exhibition for 2 weeks following the launch shot.

Featuring Artists: Alice Foxen, Jacob Talkowski, Zaratea Gården Hurtig, JP Guerrier, Nicholas Faris, Inger Sif Heeschen.

DOWNTOWN DIGGING: Royal College of Art Graduate Exhibition

We're delighted to present our upcoming GIRLS NIGHT in collaboration with Platform Productions. Swing through for an evening of skating and free drinks with the soundtrack laid on by DJs WAAW, Yemz, Shir.In and Arthi. 

Curators Platform Productions host events to deliver a lasting impact for everyone that attends, with a focus on creating fun and friendly spaces where people feel 100% accepted and comfortable to be themselves.

Malaika Munshi & 23teemoney are laying on fascinating workshops for everyone to get involved in and we have a photo exhibition with the incredible Lily-Rose.

Join us from 6pm - 10pm on June 16th. 

This event isn't ticketed and entry is on a first come first served basis. 

GIRLS SKATE NIGHT Curated By Platform Productions

Always wanted to jump on a skateboard but never had the confidence or safe space to do so? Used to skate and been looking to get rolling again… We’ve got you with Skate (Old) Skool!

If you're 30+ and looking to get on board and have a good time with some rad people, this is the event for you.

Join us on 17th June from 6pm for an evening of adult skate lessons, free drinks and tunes from DJs Hollick and Daughters of Frank. We’ll also be hosting a community market on the night with gear from local skate brands and shops for sale. Stay tuned to our socials for more details. 

Hit the link to score your tickets, but we’re also welcoming walk-ins on the night. 

See you there! 

Skate (Old) Skool X Have A Gd Trip

***Ticket ballot now live via ENTER NOW link above***

We are stoked to announce that Vans global music ambassador, Anderson .Paak is playing live in concert at House of Vans London! Coinciding with the launch of his third Vans collection - dubbed ‘Vanderson' - .Paak will hit our main stage with an exclusive live set from The Free Nationals. We’ve also teed up a super special bespoke UX experience that will take over the tunnels for one night only … this is something you are not going to want to miss!

Find out more about Vans first music ambassador by reading this **[House of Vans exclusive interview](http://houseof.vans.eu/book/anderson-paak). **

Tickets for the event are free, but are running through a ballot system, so hit the link above to enter your details and if successful, we will notify you via the email submitted by June 20th. 

Date: Monday 27 June 2022

Doors: 7pm

Tickets: Ballot entry 

Restrictions: +18’s only 

*Below: Anderson .Paak at House of Vans Chicago in 2017.*
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Anderson .Paak Live In Concert

This June we're celebrating Pride month with a virtual Community Market. Curated specially for our Instagram Stories, we are partnering with Witness Change, a charity which advocates and empowers excluded people across the globe. HoV LDN and Witness Change have composed a diverse line-up of global charities including KYIVPRIDE, LGBT+ Rights Ghana, and PEOPLE LIKE US (PLUS).

Join us on our Instagram Stories on Saturday June 25th from 10am to find out more about our line up and support the freedom of LGBTQ lives.

With stories starting at 10am, we’ll see you there!