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)

 

 

2012 logo

 

2012 is an important year for Brent and we will be marking the occasion with a number of events. Keep an eye on these pages to hear more about the upcoming events such as the Olympic Torch Relay in 2008.

 

Information on 2012 in Brent.

 

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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.

 

 

 

Big Dance PinkBrent Dance Month is a month long celebration of dance in Brent

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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.




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November
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 is a Christian festival that marks the birth of Christ





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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.