On the London Brewers’ Market blog, we are featuring a monthly round-up of upcoming and unmissable events for London’s beer drinkers introduced by Rebecca Pate of Brewing East. Here are her picks for what’s happening in Londontown.

We’re truly into autumn now, with Halloween now in our sight and a discernible chill hanging in the air. The fact that days are getting shorter means more time for cosy pubs and taprooms for some, but others are still happy to bundle up and persist with al fresco events.

Thankfully, October brings both indoor and outdoor gatherings hosted by London breweries to enjoy.

Just don’t bring up the contentious issue of pumpkin beers and everyone will get along just fine…

BEAVERTOWN TAP TAKEOVER AT THE RAKE: Wednesday, October 4, 5pm-10pm. Borough Market’s The Rake is hosting Tottenham legends, Beavertown Brewery, for one night only. Some of Team Beaver will be on hand to keep the beer and conversation flowing. A good selection of their range will be available on the night and, knowing Beavertown, this will include some special releases. The Rake, 14 Winchester Walk, Borough Market, SE1 9AG. Free, more information here.

ROARING FOUR’S 2ND BIRTHDAY PARTY: Saturday, October 7, 2pm-10pm. Roaring Four Brewing Company, a gypsy brewery that’s mostly London-based, will be celebrating their 2nd birthday with their friends, London Beer Lab in Brixton. Expect exclusive collaborations for the event in addition to a ranges of beers from both breweries. Birthdays with friends are always better. London Beer Lab, 41 Nursery Road, Brixton SW9 8BP. Free, more information here.

LONDON BREWERS’ MARKET AT GREENWICH MARKET OKTOBERFEST: Friday, October 13, 6pm-10pm. To celebrate Oktoberfest, London Brewers’ Market is pairing with Greenwich Market for maximum oompah antics. German beer styles will be showcased from a list of London breweries and Bavarian culinary delights will be served up from Greenwich market food vendors. It’s perfect for those who haven’t made it over to Munich for the festivities this year (and entry is free!). Greenwich Market, 26 King William Walk, SE10 9HZ. Free, more information here. 

SOLVAY SOCIETY TAP TAKEOVER: Thursday, October 19, 5.30pm-8.30pm. Draft House in Tower Bridge is hosting a Solvay Society tap takeover for you lucky people. Free samples are promised (first come, first served) alongside a range of Solvay Society’s Belgian-inspired beers. Expect Exotic Physics, a new Belgian IPA, alongside Structure of Matter, a Belgian pale ale, Tritium, a pink peppercorn rye tripel and Superposition, a witbier session IPA. Tasty beers all around. Draft House Tower Bridge
206-208 Tower Bridge Road, SE1 2UP. Free, more information here.

PORTER TASTING AT ANSPACH & HOBDAY: Thursday, October 19, 6:30pm-10:30pm. It’s the right time of year for darker beers, so this special porter tasting event held at Anspach & Hobday is set to be very popular. Billed as an exploration of London’s greatest style, ticketholders can expect 8 tastings and a discussion about the history and development of the style. Beers will come from London and beyond, with 4 samples from Anspach & Hobday’s own range. Expect to leave with a newfound appreciation of all takes on Porter. Anspach & Hobday, 118 Druid Street, SE1 2HH. Tickets are £25 and can be purchased here.

LONDON BREWERS’ MARKET AT VENN STREET MARKET: Saturday, October 21, 10am-4pm. We’re joining our friends at Venn Street Market for a second dose of London Brewers’ Market this month. Six London breweries, including The Five Points Brewing Company, will provide refreshments alongside the Saturday farmer market vendors. The full brewery list is TBC, but this is guaranteed to be an unbeatable way to spend a Saturday afternoon in South West London. Venn Street Market, Venn Street, SW4 0BD. Free, more information here.

DALSTON CHILLI DAY: Friday, October 20, 5pm-11pm. If you like things on a the spicy side, 40FT Brewery have got you covered. As part of Dalston Chilli Day, they’ve brewed a special Chipotle Beer to pair with the other fiery offerings: Dalston Chillies hot sauce, chilli oysters from Rocks Oyster Bar and a chilli margarita from Cold’N’Blac. Live DJs will be keeping the atmosphere as blazing hot as the food and drink. 40FT Brewery, Bootyard, Abbott Street, E8 3DP. Free, more information here.

*new* AFFINITY BERMONDSEY OPENING PARTY: Saturday, October 21, 12pm-8pm. Affinity Brew Co may have their roots in Tottenham, but they’re acquired a handy arch in Bermondsey where they’ve set up an even handier taproom. Located in one of the Partizan Brewing’s old sites, head over to see the next chapter for the Affinity crew in the company of great beer on draught and in cans to drink in or take away. Hurray to new beginnings. Affinity Brew Co Taproom, Arch 7 Almond Road, Southwark, SE16 3LR. Free, more information here.

ELECTROBERFEST 2 AT 40FT: Saturday, October 21, 5pm-11pm. Everyone knows that the crew at 40FT Brewery can throw one heck of a party – and this will be no exception! Head to Dalston for the second Electroberfest. an event boasting some smashing German electro hits courtesy of Dj Kai-Uwe Müller in addition to a special tasty doppelbock, naturally named The Electrobotor, from the brewery. German inspired foodstuffs and titbits will also be available to keep munchies at bay. 40FT Brewery, Bootyard, Abbott Street, E8 3DP. Free, more information here.

*new* BIANCA ROAD’S HOUSEWARMING PARTY: Friday, October 27, 6pm-11pm. Help Bianca Road Brewing Co christen their new brewhouse located in Bermondsey. They’ve made all of the necessary preparations for a great night, including: a full bar (which obviously entails plenty of their beer, which will be SUPER fresh), music and some tasty morsels to accompany your drinks. They’ve really pulled out all of the big stops, so don’t miss it. Bianca Road Brew Co, 19 Pages Walk, SE1 4SB. Free, more information here.

PILLARS FIRST BIRTHDAY PARTY: Saturday, October 28, 12pm-12am. Walthamstow’s lager-focused Pillars Brewery is turning one this month and they’d love for you to celebrate with them. Head down to their taproom for a free birthday bash, including live music from DJs, Caribbean street food from ShellyBelly’s and lots of surprises. If you’re one of the first 150 people to sign up for free VIP tickets, you’ll also get an extra birthday surprise upon arrival, so don’t doddle. If you’re crazy about lager, you won’t want to miss this. Pillars Brewery, Walthamstow, Unit 2, Ravenswood Industrial Estate London, E17 9HQ. Free, more information here.

LONDON BEER LAB HALLOWEEN PARTY: Saturday, October 28, 6pm-11pm. Brixton gets spooky with this London Beer Lab party. Music, fun and games are promised at the taproom in advance of Halloween, so grab your costume and practice your best ghoulish bar stance. London Beer Lab, 41 Nursery Road, Brixton SW9 8BP. Free, more information here.

SIGNATURE BREW’S 6TH BIRTHDAY BONANZA: Saturday, October 28, 1pm-10pm. Those music-loving lovelies at Signature Brew are turning 6 and want you to join in on the celebrations and libations. Make a beeline for Leyton for some beer, street food and – you guessed it – lots of music. Curved Brick Roastery will be serving up coffee, We The Lifers selling tee-shirts and brewery tours will be available. Head down to wish the team a very happy, tune-filled birthday. Signature Brew, Unit 25, Leyton Business Centre, E10 7BT. Free, more information here.

Have we missed something? We’re not perfect, so feel free to post any upcoming events featuring London breweries in London in the comments below.