THE KICKBACK: THURSDAY AFTER WORK FRIDAY CAME EARLY. We’re kicking off UK Black History Month with Thursday After Work — a new monthly after-work social from The Kickback. On Thursday 1st October, we’re taking over XORA London, a Black-owned venue in the heart of Farringdon, for an evening of good food, drinks, music, games, networking and good people. Come straight from work, grab a drink, get involved in the games, meet new people or catch up with friends, without the awkwardness of formal networking. Expect R&B, Hip-Hop, Afrobeats, Amapiano + more as we take you from after-work drinks into the evening. DRESS CODE: ALL BLACK 🖤 And when we say ALL BLACK, we mean it 😂 No creative interpretations. Come correct. 📅 THURSDAY 1ST OCTOBER 2026 ⏰ 6 PM–11 PM 📍 XORA LONDON 27 Clerkenwell Road, Farringdon, EC1M 5RN Food available to purchase Games & networking DJs & music After-work drinks WHO IT’S FOR Black & Mixed Heritage professionals, entrepreneurs, founders, creatives and those looking to expand their circle authentically. AGES 23+ Follow @TheKickbackHQ and join our WhatsApp community for updates and future events. PHOTOGRAPHY NOTICE Photography and videography will take place. Content may be used across The Kickback’s marketing and promotional channels. Good People. Good Music. Good Vibes.