I am not Black, can I attend?

Yes of course! All ethnicities are welcome to attend our events

I am a public/civil servant but my friends aren’t and they want to come, can they?

Yes! This is a social event, you are welcome to bring non public sector guests if you would like to.

What’s the dress code?

We dress to impress in all we do! Please feel comfortable to wear cultural attire. Kaftans, Gele’s, Dashiki’s, Kente, Quadrilles, Saree’s, Salwar’s etc are all welcome. We are celebrating the richness of the diaspora, western attire is also welcome. Suit’s and Cocktail Dresses will do the trick!!

Are men welcome to attend?

Yes! This event is open to all gender identities

If I can’t get a refund can I transfer my ticket to someone else?

Yes, just let us know who you’re transferring to and ensure they have the QR code for scanning on their arrival

What’re the timings of the event?

We do our best to do things on time (No BPT!). We will start serving the bottomless drinks at 6:30pm until 7:30pm. Guests will then take their seats for dinner service from 7:30. By 9pm We’ll have concluded the eating and then it’s time to dance the night away. So don’t be late!

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ByBlack in Government

CottonsLondon, England

Saturday, November 1-Sunday, November 2, 2025 • 6 PM-12 AM

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