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SUMMARY:WINK Collective DJ Set
DESCRIPTION:DIASPORA! is thrilled to welcome WINK to the Canteen for their second festival session. \nExpect sexy basslines\, waist whiners and all-round gorgeous energy. All free\, no need to book – just turn up. \nWINK is a FLINTA DJ collective born in Bristol\, dedicated to celebrating bass music in all its forms across the UK and around the globe. What started as a shared passion for sound system culture has grown into a community-driven project centred on empowerment\, creativity and the joy of the dance floor. \nSpanning a broad spectrum of bass-driven genres\, WINK weaves between styles to create dynamic stories in their sets. Whether rolling through footwork\, dubstep\, breaks\, jungle or global club sounds\, they focus on crafting journeys that honour the roots of bass culture while pushing its boundaries forward. \nYou can also catch them at DIASPORA! on the Decks\, Sunday 3 May\, where they’ll be lighting up the dancefloor with Bristol legends\, Booty Bass.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/wink-collective-the-canteen/
LOCATION:The Canteen\, BS1 3QY
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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SUMMARY:Trinity Garden Party: 50 Years of Music
DESCRIPTION:This annual free music and arts festival celebrates 50 years of music at Trinity\, bringing together a mix of local artists\, bands and performers for a day of live music\, creativity and community spirit. As always\, the Garden Party is family-friendly\, with workshops and activities running throughout the day\, so everyone can get involved. \nDIASPORA! fun continues here with a Desi Futurism Workshop from Indian Man and a Flag Up Your Identity workshop\, led by artist Ruth Ramsay. \nFor access information please refer to the venue’s website. \nABOUT TRINITY \nFor five decades\, Trinity has been a grassroots venue dedicated to supporting artists\, preserving sound system culture and respecting the rich heritage of this incredible space. Join us as we celebrate this milestone together. \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/trinity-garden-party-50-years-of-music/
LOCATION:Trinity Arts Centre\, BS2 0NW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Afri Club X DIASPORA! Gathering + Community Flag Making Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a warm and welcoming gathering\, with music\, tea\, and cakes\, where you can connect with others\, get creative\, and take part in something meaningful that celebrates creativity\, diversity\, and community spirit. \nWhether you’re part of a community group\, attending on your own\, or coming with friends or family\, everyone is invited to join us in celebrating the diversity of our community in Weston-super-Mare. \nCommunity Flag Making Workshop: Contribute to creating a flag that reflects your identity\, story\, and community. All materials provided\, and support will be on hand from local artist Saifoulaye Diallo and Louise Hill Davies. Flags will feature in the Flag Carnival at the Arts & Health Festival (10–13 July). \nThis event is produced by Super Culture and supported by Without Walls as part of the DIASPORA! 26 Festival 1–10 May\, celebrating the cultural diversity of the arts across Bristol and the South West region\, produced by Diverse Artists Network.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/afri-club-x-diaspora-gathering-community-flag-making-workshop/
LOCATION:Grove Park Bandstand\, Grove Park Bandstand\, Grove Road\, Weston-super-Mare\, BS23 2AA
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Networking,Social,Workshop
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SUMMARY:Film & Food Night: Palestine Comedy Club @ The Pearl Exchange\, Bude
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a film and food night at The Pearl Exchange in Bude\, marking the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week. \nThis event brings the community together to connect\, celebrate diverse and inclusive spaces\, and support positive mental health. \nGuests will share a Palestinian-inspired meal before watching Palestine Comedy Club\, a 2025 documentary following Palestinian comedians who use stand-up to express resilience and spirit amid rising conflict. \nOpen to all ages. For dietary requirements\, contact info@thepearlexchange.org.uk  \nCheck back soon for ticket link.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/film-food-night-palestine-comedy-club/
LOCATION:The Pearl Exchange\, EX23 8EQ
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Social
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SUMMARY:Geo Baddoo @ Bristol Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Head to the Bristol Beacon for the final event of DIASPORA! 26\, as Soul/ R&B artist Geo Baddoo opens for Dur-Dur Band International. \nBook your tickets here. \nAge: 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) \nABOUT GEO \nGeo Baddoo is a Somerset-raised\, London-based Soul/ R&B artist. Through soft\, expressive vocals\, organic grooves and universal storytelling\, she explores themes of self-discovery\, resilience\, spirituality and connection from a perspective that’s unmistakably her own. Praised by BBC 1Xtra\, COLORS\, VIBE and Notion\, who described her as ‘refreshingly unforced’\, Geo is emerging as a distinctive voice in UK Soul/ R&B\, earning Track of the Week on BBC 1Xtra and Artist of the Week on BBC Radio London.\n@geo.baddoo
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/geo-baddoo-bristol-beacon/
LOCATION:Bristol Beacon\, BS5 1AR
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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SUMMARY:Dur-Dur Band International @ Bristol Beacon
DESCRIPTION:Dur-Dur Band International revive the joyful\, groove-driven sound of the legendary Somali group who helped define East Africa’s funk scene in the 1980s. \nFormed by original members including bassist Abdillahi Ujerry and featuring vocalist Fadumina Hilowle\, the London-based eight-piece celebrates the vibrant legacy of Somali funk with a repertoire of classic hits and new arrangements. \nToday\, the revived ensemble brings that infectious spirit back to the stage\, delivering irresistible rhythms and a powerful celebration of Somali musical heritage. \nBook your tickets now on the Bristol Beacon website. Support from Geo Baddoo. \nAge: 14+ (under 18s to be accompanied by an adult) \nFor access information visit the venue’s website. \nFeatured image by Rob Jones for hyphen.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/dur-dur-band-beacon/
LOCATION:Bristol Beacon\, BS5 1AR
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T235959
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SUMMARY:DIASPORA! @ Shambala
DESCRIPTION:This year at Shambala Festival we’ll host the DIASPORA! project featuring global music\, vocal sessions\, and interactive rhythm workshops across two dedicated spaces! \n🎤The Harmony Yurt: A choral space focused on global songs and shared storytelling through song.\n🥁The Melody Yurt: A hands-on\, rhythm-focused area where you can try traditional instruments like the Kora\, Balafon\, and Djembe drums. \n🔗 Discover the full programme via www.shambalafestival.org/2026/venue/diaspora/
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-shambala/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Workshop
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260830T235959
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SUMMARY:DIASPORA! @ Forwards Festival
DESCRIPTION:We’ll be at Forwards Festival hosting DIASPORA! to present interactive arts and cultural diversity activities\, including: \n\nSteel drumming workshops\nCollaborative dance\nStorytelling and shared cultural activities
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-forwards-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Respect Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Respect Festival for an immersive afternoon of interactive workshops and hands-on creativity led by an incredible lineup of global artists. From high-energy rhythms to community crafts\, there is something for all ages to enjoy! \nEvent Schedule \n\n12:00 PM – 1:00 PM | African Drumming Workshop with AFIDANCE\nKick off the day with an engaging\, interactive drumming session led by AFIDANCE. Dedicated to making African cultural education accessible to all\, this workshop invites you to explore movement\, rhythm\, and listening in a fun\, inclusive environment.\n12:00 PM – 4:00 PM | Drop-In Arts & Crafts Table with Emma Allen\nDrop by throughout the day to get creative with artist and animator Emma Allen. Perfect for all ages and skill levels\, this continuous workshop offers a relaxed space to explore various artistic media and craft your own creation to take home.\n1:00 PM – 2:00 PM | Steelpan Workshop with Alphonse Daudet Touna\nDiscover the fundamentals of the steelpan with Cameroonian musician\, instrument creator\, and educator Alphonse Daudet Touna. Step up to the pans and learn basic playing techniques in this hands-on\, rhythm-filled session.\n\n2:00 PM – 3:00 PM | Colombian Dance Workshop with Tamboré\nExperience the energy and soul of Colombian culture with Tamboré\, a vibrant collective of Colombian women based in Bristol. Learn traditional folkloric dance movements designed to bring people together through joy\, passion\, and movement.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/respect-festival/
CATEGORIES:Festival,Workshop
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