DIASPORA Alkebulan - African Storytelling Village at The Trinity Centre
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A event held at The Trinity Centre on Sunday 5th May. The event starts at 11:00.


From captivating storytelling to vibrant dance performances, revel in a day of African arts and culture. Learn the art of hair wrapping, groove to hip-hop beats in the garden, and unleash your creativity at face painting workshops.

Savour the flavours of Sudanese coffee and Jamaican cuisine to a backdrop of beats brought by local DJs and talented rappers. Featuring local artists from the likes of //Kabbo Hue Ferdinand, MoYah, KMT, Penny Avery, and Mohammed Errebba, this event promises an unforgettable cultural showcase.

Don't miss out on this dynamic fusion of music, food, and creativity!

DIASPORA! festival is a vibrant celebration of people, music, film, poetry, dance, storytelling, and more, taking place at venues across the city on the Early May Bank Holiday weekend. These events aim to reflect the variety of talent within the region’s cultural communities.

This event is presented by Trinity in partnership with Diaspora! festival.

Entry requirements: no age restrictions

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