Melanin Meetups 35+

The original Rare Groove Legends Boat Party returns June 26. A proven sell-out, unmatched vibes, the summer event everyone's taking about.

We return for 2026! The Legends are back where they belong, sailing down the River Thames for another iconic night of musical nostalgia, rare, soul-stirring grooves and pure grown-folk energy.

Expect a masterclass from our selectors as they take you back in time, blending the rare groove classics we all love with those long-forgotten gems that defined an era.

And because this is the original Rare Groove Legends Boat Party, you already know what that means, the underplayed, the overlooked and the deep cuts will absolutely be getting their moment.

This isn’t just a party.
It’s a reunion.
It’s a celebration of real music.
It’s the boat party everyone talks about, and the one you don’t want to hear about second-hand.

Rare Groove Legends
Sunday 28 June 2026, sailing down the River Thames.

• This meetup will go ahead with 3 or more confirmed attendees*

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