Community Celebration

Join us Saturday, 21st February from 12:00 to 18:00 at Arnolfini for a vibrant community celebration bringing together the Diverse Artists Network (DAN) and the wider creative community. This special gathering honours the power of artistic expression and highlights community resilience in the face of unrest, amplifying creativity as a force for connection, healing, and change.

The event is an opportunity to learn more about what we do, meet our Friends of DAN, connect with fellow creatives, and stay up to date with Bristol’s dynamic grassroots arts scene. You’ll also hear about the launch of our exciting Agency and how you can be a part of what’s to come!

The day will be lively, inclusive and family-friendly, featuring:

• creative workshops for all ages
• live music
• theatre and dance performances
• open mic
• a raffle with exciting prizes
• delicious food and space to relax and connect.

Whether you’re an artist, a supporter of the arts, or simply curious, come celebrate creativity, community and collective resilience with us.

💃 Are you a community group or cultural dance group that has a circle dance as part of your culture? Email us at hello@diverseartistsnetwork.com to get involved.

✍️ If you wish to become a volunteer, please email us at danvolunteermanager@gmail.com.

• Level Access & Lifts: There is level access or ramp entry to the ground floor. An internal lift provides access to galleries and event spaces on Levels 1 and 2.
• Wheelchair Loans: Manual wheelchairs are available to borrow for free on a first-come, first-served basis; advance booking is recommended by emailing Visitor Services.
• Seating: Portable folding stools are available throughout the galleries, and quiet seating can be found in the Reading Room on Level 2.
• Accessible Toilets: Fully accessible and gender-neutral toilets are located on Level 0 (inside the Café Bar) and Level  

• Audio Described Tours: Scheduled audio-described tours are provided for major exhibitions (e.g., the Everything is Energytour on January 30, 2026). Recorded audio descriptions are also hosted on Soundcloud.
• Large Print Guides: Large text guides are available at gallery entrances for all exhibitions.
• Hearing Support: A hearing loop system is installed in key areas of the venue.
• Lighting & Contrast: The building features effective lighting and strong color contrast on doors and floors to aid visually impaired visitors. 

• Assistance Dogs: All assistance dogs and dogs in training are welcome. Water bowls are provided in the Café Bar on Level 0.
• Restful Spaces: The Reading Room is designated as a “Rest Friendly” space for visitors needing a quiet environment.
• Companion Tickets: Free tickets are available for companions or carers of people with additional needs for ticketed events. 

• Blue Badge Parking: There are two designated spaces in the Mud Dock City Docks car park and additional spaces in the nearby Grove Car Park (BS1 4RB).
• Public Transport: Most city centre buses stop at The Centre/Broad Quay or Queen Square, roughly a five-minute walk away.