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Festivals and events

These are a number of diverse festivals and events we are involved in. All of these free events are open to everyone.

For information on events at Wembley Stadium or Wembley Arena please visit.

 



Respect Performers in Black and RedBrent Black History Programme is a series of extended events throughout the year to recognise and celebrate black culture.

 

 

 

 

Child in maskLibraries, Arts and Heritage Programme is a listing of free cultural events produced and run in venues across the borough.

 

LAH Summer Programme (.pdf, 2924Kb)

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Culture 8 logo2012 is an important year for Brent and we will be marking the occasion with a number of events.

 

Western Wedge Winter Festivals CalendarWest London Winter Festivals Calendar is a listing of all the events happening between September 2008 to March 2009 in West London.

 

For more information visit Whats On

 

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January
HMD Candles
Brent Holocaust Memorial Day is a day dedicated to the remembrance of victims of the holocaust that marks the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz and recognises other genocides that have taken place across the world.



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March
St Patricks FacepaintingBrent St Patricks is at the heart of the UK's Irish community and Brent enjoys the celebrations with a family fun-packed event on St Patrick's day




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July
Respect Roundwood ParkBrent Respect Festival is a showcase of music, dance and interactive workshops for all to celebrate Brent's cultural diversity, in one of Brents award winning parks.

 

 

 

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October
Eid Red and Blue PatternBrent Eid is an array of performance, workshops and delicious food to showcase Muslim traditions from around the world. All are welcome to celebrate this day of peace to mark the end of Ramadhan, the month of fasting.

 


 

NavratriBrent Navratri is the largest Hindu festival of 'nine nights' outside of India made up of 300 colourful social events.


 
 


Diwali Rangoli Blue Lamp
Brent Diwali is a cultural spectacular celebrating the festival of light, love and knowledge. A stunning exhibition of Indian Rangoli, a colourful parade of lanterns, floats and costumes all proceed along Ealing Road to the fireworks and live music event.
 
 
 
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December
Chanukah Candles
Brent Chanukah is the eight day Jewish festival of light. Harmonies sung by the various community choirs make it a truely celebratory experience for all. 




Christmas ConcertBrent Christmas light switch on will launch a host of festive celebrations taking place across the borough. The activities include Santa's Grotto, a traditional festive film screening and harmonious carol concerts.   




 

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If you would like to organise a festival or event email festivals@brent.gov.uk

 
For more information on other community led events please visit The Seer or Brent's community website BRAIN.