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SUMMARY:RAIN/RUIN by Phillip Lai
DESCRIPTION:Spike Island presents a major solo exhibition of new work by Phillip Lai (b.1969\, Kuala Lumpur)\, bringing together a body of sculptural commissions that continue the artist’s exploration of the material world around us. \nThis will be the most significant institutional presentation of Lai’s work to date. Lai’s sculptures combine everyday objects with his own intensive re-makings of them to create a parallel imprint of the real world. Free entry. \nFor access information refer to venue’s website. \n  \n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/rain-ruin/
LOCATION:Spike Island\, Spike Island 133 Cumberland Road\, Bristol\, BS1 6UX
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T170000
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SUMMARY:Feedback by Olukemi Lijadu
DESCRIPTION:Spike Island presents Feedback\, the largest solo exhibition by Nigerian-British artist\, filmmaker and DJ Olukemi Lijadu. Developed through research in Chicago\, Lagos and Bristol\, the exhibition centres on a major new film commission marking a landmark in the artist’s moving image practice. \nThe film uses audio feedback as a metaphor for the circulation of rhythm\, memory and cultural codes within the African diaspora. Tracing the evolution of the drum from West African tradition to electronic music\, Lijadu explores how looping underpins not only music but collective memory and connection across continents and generations. \nA sound system completes the installation\, drawing from Bristol’s sound system culture and functioning as a physical metaphor for the amplification of histories\, voices and vibrations. Inspired by early abstract cinema\, Feedback embraces repetition\, tempo and visual rhythm\, subverting a Western-centric art history in the process. \nFeatured image: ‘Feedback’ works in progress (2025). Courtesy of the artist. \nABOUT OLUKEMI\nOlukemi Lijadu is a multi-disciplinary artist and DJ\, with a focus on moving image and sound. She was recently a recipient of London’s ICA Image Behaviour grant where she was commissioned to create and debut her most recent film-performance Guardian Angel.  \nIn 2018\, she graduated from Stanford as a masters student in Philosophy where she focused on African philosophical systems. Her academic background grounds her research-based approach to her artistic practice. Her work explores questions around music of the diaspora\, heritage and the complexity of feeling.\n\n@kemkemlij 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/feedback-by-olukemi-lijadu/
LOCATION:Spike Island\, Spike Island 133 Cumberland Road\, Bristol\, BS1 6UX
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260228T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260524T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260319T193703Z
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SUMMARY:A land as big as her skin by Mounira Al Solh
DESCRIPTION:Lebanese artist Mounira Al Solh invites you into a vivid world where ancient mythology collides with contemporary experience. In this exhibition\, she poignantly and playfully navigates a multitude of complex themes such as identity\, migration\, trauma\, inequality and gender. \nThis multidisciplinary exhibition includes her critically acclaimed Venice Biennale pavilion installation A Dance with her Myth from 2024\, taking visitors on a journey through Middle Eastern mythology to contemporary times. \nFeatured image: Mounira Al Solh artist portrait in the exhibition A land as big as her skin at Arnolfini\, 2026\nImage credit: Remco Merbis\, courtesy of Arnolfini\, Bristol \nFor all ages. \nFor access information refer to venue’s website. \nABOUT MOUNIRA \nMounira Al Solh is a Lebanese visual artist born in 1978\, whose multidisciplinary practice spans video\, painting\, drawing\, embroidery and installation. Her work often explores themes of migration\, displacement\, identity and the political turmoil affecting the Middle East\, particularly Lebanon and Syria.\n@mouniraalsolh
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/a-land-as-big-as-her-skin-by-mounira-al-solh/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260313T000000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260531T235959
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260320T070012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T103107Z
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SUMMARY:Returning by Jason Wesaw
DESCRIPTION:In this series of minimalist oil pastel drawings\, curated by Rainmaker Gallery\, Jason Wesaw reflects on reconnection\, resilience and the healing power of return. Through subtly textured surface and carefully chosen colour\, these meditative works unfold with quiet intensity. \nJason Wesaw is a multi-disciplinary artist\, educator\, and peacemaker. He is an enrolled member of the Potawatomi Nation in the Great Lakes region of the United States. His art practice spans many mediums including ceramics\, textiles and works on paper. @jasonwesaw
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/returning-by-jason-wesaw/
LOCATION:Rainmaker Gallery\, Rainmaker Gallery\, 140 Whiteladies Road\, Clifton\, Bristol\, BS8 2RS
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T235959
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20250917T143425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T065256Z
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SUMMARY:Queendom Rising: Portraits of Diaspora by George Netana
DESCRIPTION:Queendom Rising is a new photography exhibition by Bristol-based photographer George Netana celebrating women from Bristol’s diverse diaspora communities. \nThis portrait series is inspired by the artist’s lived experience as a mother of Māori daughters growing up in diaspora\, and explores how identity\, belonging\, and cultural memory are formed and sustained across generations and geographies. She has worked to bring individual voices into the frame while weaving together a shared story of resilience and connection. \nAt its heart\, the project recognises the contributions of women\, often the quiet architects of their communities\, whose acts of care\, leadership and creativity – however large or small – continue to shape and enrich Bristol’s cultural landscape. \nThis exhibition is part of DIASPORA! 26 \nAccessibility Information: \n\nRamped access: There is ramped access from both the front of the building and the rear yard.\nDisabled toilets: Accessible toilets are available on all floors of the building. \nTheatres: The adjoining theatre building is also accessible via a ramp and a lift. \nParking: On-street blue badge parking is available nearby\, and marked parking bays are clearly signed. However\, parking can be difficult on match days near Ashton Gate stadium. \nBus: The bus number 24 stops outside the Tobacco Factory. 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/queendom-rising-portraits-of-diaspora/
LOCATION:Tobacco Factory Café Bar\, Bristol\, BS3 1TF
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Our Members Events
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T230000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
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SUMMARY:CRAZE WORLD by BÓLÁRINWÁ
DESCRIPTION:Rooted in West African cultural heritage\, CRAZE WORLD uses symbols\, figures and patterns to confront social issues such as racism\, police brutality and censorship. \nThe work in this collection reflects the belief that art plays a vital role in shaping public thought. It provides an opportunity for viewers to encounter these visual narratives and consider the role of creativity in addressing systemic injustice. \nAlso features artwork by Jho-an Paulin. \nFree and suitable for all ages. For access information refer to the venue’s website. \n\nABOUT BÓLÁRINWÁ \nBÓLÁRINWÁ is a Nigerian born artist-based in Bristol. His work blends geometric forms\, pop colours and motifs drawn from African spirituality and textiles\, creating a dialogue between tradition and modernity. \nInfluenced by the energy of artists like Basquiat\, the musical defiance of Fela Kuti and the streetwise commentary of Banksy\, his paintings reflect both personal and political narratives. \n@bolarti10e \nABOUT JHO-AN \nJho-an Paulin is a Brain Aneurysm Survivor\, Mother of 4. She has a passion for performance arts and\, more recently\, acrylic painting. Her main themes include nature\, memories of her hometown and upbringing\, and tranquility.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/craze-world/
LOCATION:Tobacco Factory Café Bar\, Bristol\, BS3 1TF
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260502T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260726T180000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260319T191546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T134204Z
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SUMMARY:Out of Many: The Diverse Artists Network Exhibition
DESCRIPTION:Come and explore the work of the Diverse Artists Network\, the Bristol-based development agency behind the DIASPORA! festival\, through this exciting exhibition: Out of Many. \nFounded in 2020 by Deasy Bamford and Vandna Mehta\, DAN acts as a bridge between artists\, venues and audiences across the South West. \nExperience this vibrant collection from talented regional creatives\, featuring everything from poetry and paintings to illustration and moving images. Free and open to all ages\, this exhibition is showing in Gallery 5 on Floor 2 of Arnolfini Arts. \nFeatured image: Bristol World\, 2026\, digital collage. Courtesy of Alpha Wilson. \nFor access information refer to the venue’s website. \nFind out how to get involved\, become a member or support the network’s mission at diverseartistsnetwork.com. \n@diverseartistsnetwork
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/the-diverse-artists-network-exhibition/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Exhibition,Festival
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T113000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260319T185158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T080722Z
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SUMMARY:Movement Medicine with Ruth Pitter
DESCRIPTION:This is a session inviting women of the Global Majority to come find the medicine of movement through reconnecting with their body and the natural world around them\, organised by Soul Trail Wellbeing CIC. \nAge: 18+ \nVenue: Eastville Park \nAccess: Please contact event organiser \nSpaces are limited – book now on Eventbrite.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/movement-medicine-with-ruth-pitter/
LOCATION:Eastville Park\, BS5 6XA
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260320T080044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T080005Z
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SUMMARY:Flag Up Your Identity
DESCRIPTION:A creative craft workshop open to all\, where participants use recycled materials and textiles to create a flag or banner that represents and celebrates themselves and their identity\, however they see it. Led by textile artist Ruth Ramsay. \nFor all ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \nVenue: Community Building\, St Werburghs City Farm\, BS2 9YJ \nFor access information visit the venue’s website \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/flag-up-your-identity-4/
LOCATION:St Werburghs City Farm\, BS2 9YJ
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260320T080003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260420T084905Z
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SUMMARY:Global Majority Environment Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Across Bristol\, Global Majority communities are already engaging in environmental work in many different ways – through community organising\, food growing\, cultural practice\, land stewardship\, wellbeing and care. \nHowever\, much of this work remains unseen\, disconnected and largely excluded from how climate action is shaped in the city. This gathering creates a space to bring that work into the room\, on our own terms.  \nWhat to expect\nIn this participatory session we will: \n\nshare stories of how we are already engaging in environmental matters\nrecognise our strengths and assets: skills\, knowledge\, relationships and practices\nconnect across communities\nexplore how we want to influence what is happening in Bristol.\n\nWe will also introduce a simple overview of Bristol’s climate context\, not to overwhelm\, but to help us identify where our work already connects\, what we want to understand more\, and where we may want to influence or challenge.  \nThe session will include:\n \n\nsmall group conversations (Story Café)\ncollective reflection and dialogue\na participatory ‘fishbowl’ discussion\nopen space for collaboration and self-organisation\nshared food\, music and informal connection.\n\nWho is this for?\nThis gathering is designed primarily for Global Majority individuals and groups active in: \n\nenvironmental work\ncommunity organising\ncultural and creative practice\nland\, food\, nature and wellbeing\nstrategic and community leadership.\n\nA small number of aligned allies and institutional actors will also be invited to listen\, build relationships and support future pathways where appropriate. Come as you are. Bring your work\, your experience\, your questions and your curiosity. What becomes possible when we organise from what we already have? \nAge: 16+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult)\nVenue: The Pickle Factory\, BS5 0HL\nAccess: The main hall\, cafe and garden are all accessible to wheelchair users. There is an accessible toilet on the ground floor.\n \nPlease fill out this short form to book your place.  \nFacilitators\nJosé Barco (CoLab International)\nGnisha Bevan (Black Seeds Network/ Nature Rising)\n \nAbout Gnisha\nGnisha Bevan is an Educator\, Producer and Consultant. She leads the Black Seeds Network\, co-developed with Roger Griffith MBE\, to showcase and support the incredible work of Global Majority environmentalists around Bristol. She’s also the catalyst behind the award-winning Nature Rising Programme. Gnisha has advised on a range of environmental and social justice projects\, specialising in brokering equitable partnerships between grassroots communities and ‘mainstream’ environmental organisations. She’s passionate about representing and recognising the existing work of Global Majority environmentalists in innovative ways.\n@blackseedsnetwork  \nAbout José \nJosé Barco is a Colombian facilitator\, musician and community organiser based in the UK. He is Director of CoLab International\, where he designs participatory processes that help communities\, organisations and movements collaborate\, learn and imagine new possibilities together. Catch him play as Tuto Barrios\, 7 May at the Plough Inn. Or take part in The Great Game of Power\, 3 May at The Harbour Totterdown.\n@jose.barco
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/global-majority-environment-gathering/
LOCATION:Pickle Factory\, BS5 0HL
CATEGORIES:Conversation,DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Networking,Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260320T080027Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T131344Z
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SUMMARY:Desi Day: Empowering Women Through Menopause Awareness
DESCRIPTION:This free session\, part of Desi Day – celebrating South Asian culture with a series of events at Arnolfini – focuses on raising menopause awareness within South Asian and other diverse communities. \nDrawing on her experience in community engagement\, facilitator Sheetal Jethwa addresses the silence surrounding menopause by providing support and information tailored to specific cultural needs. \nThis session is for Global Majority women\, and men who want to support the women in their lives. Taking place in the Reading Room on Floor 2 of Arnolfini Arts. \nAge: 18+ \nFor access information visit the venue’s website \nABOUT SHEETAL \nSheetal is the founder and director of South Asian Voices Bristol CIC and a community radio host. Working across diverse communities\, Sheetal promotes cultural events and health awareness with a focus on menopause. \n@jethwa_sheetal \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/empowering-women-through-menopause-awareness/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T130000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260422T153021Z
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SUMMARY:Desi Day: Bristol Baithaks: Morning Ragas
DESCRIPTION:A Baithak (‘bair-tak’) is an informal and intimate concert in which raga-based music is performed. This is the first in a series of baithaks in the Southwest to take place throughout 2026 in partnership with ZerOclassikal\, The Mehfil Space\, Curzon Cinema & Arts\, and Arts Council England National Lottery Projects Grants. \nRagas are the melodic foundation of South Asian Classical music traditions. Every raga has a specific mood and association with a time of day. Morning ragas are much more rarely performed in the UK\, because concerts are more often programmed in the evening. \nStart your day and your weekend with the sensation of tender and reflective morning ragas performed by Dr Pete Yelding on sitar\, accompanied by Dhanraj Persaud Pandey on tabla. This session\, part of Desi Day – celebrating South Asian culture with a series of events at Arnolfini\, will take place in the theatre on the ground floor. \nFor all ages (children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult) \nVenue: Arnolfini\, BS1 4QA \nFor access information visit the venue website \nAbout Pete \nDr Pete Yelding is a sitarist and cellist\, and the 7th generation of a family of travelling performers. He is one of only a handful of contemporary musicians to become an exponent of the Hindustani music lineage known as the Lucknow-Shahjahanpur Gharana\, headed by his teacher\, Ustad Irfan Muhammad Khan. \nHe establishes in his performances a raw\, but tender evocation of whichever raga he is presenting. He seeks to rehabilitate for modern audiences the deeply stirring\, heavier sound of past sitar and sarod luminaries. \n@peteyelding \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/bristol-baithaks-morning-ragas/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T133000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260331T154411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T112049Z
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SUMMARY:Zine Making Workshop with Mereida Fajardo
DESCRIPTION:Join artist in residence at Knowle West Media Centre\, Mereida Fajardo\, for this hands-on creative workshop for beginners to learn how to make zines. Mereida will also give an introduction to her work and bring along examples of her comics and zines to look at. They’ll be a brief history of zine making and how they’ve been used and created to share important information and ideas alongside social justice movements. \nFeatured image by Emma Byrne. \nVenue: Knowle West Media Centre\, BS4 1NL \n\nABOUT MEREIDA \nMereida is a comic and zine-maker and illustrator based in Bristol. She is interested in exploring the possibilities of the comics language\, and loves playing with form\, format and storytelling methods that are unique to the medium\, finding new ways to communicate and tell stories. She combines this with experimentation with the book and zine format\, paper folding and the physical reading experience\, drawing inspiration from real-life stories\, history\, landscapes and technology.\n \n\n@m.ereida
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/zine-making-workshop-with-mereida-fajardo/
LOCATION:Knowle West Media Centre\, BS4 1NL
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260320T080025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T112403Z
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SUMMARY:Create Music with Your Voice: Vocal Workshop with AUGUST
DESCRIPTION:Led by Bristol-based composer\, producer\, and educator  AUGUST\, this 2-hour workshop explores the creative possibilities of the human voice. Using frameworks developed through her pioneering work with experimental vocal ensembles\, including the Bass Choir approach to bass-driven choral innovation\, AUGUST will guide participants through improvisation\, vocal experimentation\, and arrangement techniques rooted in bass music styles. \nLearners will collaboratively build and perform a short piece\, discovering how the voice can function as both melody and texture in contemporary bass music. By the end of the session\, participants will gain practical skills\, creative confidence and a deeper understanding of how to use their voice as a tool for musical expression\, composition and experimental performance. \nOpen to all – no prior singing experience required. This is a unique chance to access methods and exercises previously experienced only by members of AUGUST’s experimental vocal ensembles. \nAge: 16+ \nVenue: The Harbour Totterdown\, BS4 2EG \nContact the venue for accessibility information. \nABOUT AUGUST \n\nAUGUST is a Bristol-based singer\, songwriter\, producer\, presenter\, composer\, and educator creating hybrid live electronic music rooted in bass\, dark soul\, and experimental sound design. Blending alternative R&B\, downbeat hip-hop\, jungle\, and dubstep\, she uses left-field drum production and layered vocal harmonics to striking effect. Recently long-listed for MPG Self-Producing Artist of the Year with Earmilk describing the project as “…one of the UK’s most exciting emerging artists.” she has performed at Bristol Beacon\, The Mount Without\, and Shindig Festival. \n\n\nAlongside her artistic practice\, AUGUST’s pioneering work with vocal ensembles – including her foundational contributions to Bass Choir\, which helped shape contemporary bass-driven vocal practice – continues to inform her curatorial and educational projects\, including Night Notes\, a borderless radio residency exploring global\, Black-origin sounds. A dedicated mentor and facilitator\, she empowers learners and audiences to develop creative confidence\, practical skills\, and musical agency through songwriting\, production\, and vocal experimentation.\n\n@augustofficialmusic\n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/vocal-workshop-with-august/
LOCATION:Bedminster Quaker Meeting House\, BS3 5HX
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T112602Z
UID:7967-1778335200-1778342400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Desi Day: Desi Futurism DJ Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Bristol-based DJ and producer\, Indian Man\, leads this interactive workshop. Come and learn how to DJ and explore the creation of immersive soundscapes. \nTaking place in the Community Workshop space on Floor 2 of Arnolfini Arts\, this event is part of Desi Day – celebrating South Asian culture with a day of fun for all the family. \nFor access information please refer to the venue’s website. \nAge: 16+ \n\nABOUT INDIAN MAN \nIndian Man is a Bristol-based producer\, DJ\, and multidisciplinary artist blending electronic music with South Asian heritage\, intergenerational storytelling and forward-thinking cultural narratives. \nReleasing music through Real World Records\, the label founded by Peter Gabriel\, Indian Man’s work sits at the intersection of global sounds and contemporary electronic production. His music draws on archival recordings\, traditional rhythms\, and modern club influences\, creating a sound that feels both deeply rooted and future-facing. \nBeyond music\, Indian Man is building a wider creative universe centred around his grandmother and the preservation of South Asian culture. His upcoming project Cook Like My Indian Grandma\, supported by chefs including Matt Tebbutt and Anjula Devi\, extends his artistic vision into food\, storytelling and community\, exploring themes of identity\, migration and intergenerational connection. \nHis work has been featured by BBC platforms and supported by leading voices across food and music\, positioning him as part of a new wave of artists redefining how culture is shared and experienced across disciplines. \n@indianmanmusic
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/desi-futurism-dj-workshop/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260323T012821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T155546Z
UID:8022-1778335200-1778342400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Desi Day: Baisakhi-themed Arts & Crafts for Kids
DESCRIPTION:Join artist Sayambrita Mukherjee for this fun\, hands-on children’s workshop\, exploring Baisakhi through crafts and cultural learning. \nChildren will explore writing simple Bengali letters and New Year numbers\, while creating colourful patterns inspired by South Asian spring and harvest celebrations. A playful and engaging way to connect with culture through art. This event will take place in the Community Workshop\, Floor 2 of Arnolfini Arts\, as part of Desi Day – celebrating South Asian culture with a series of events for all the family. \nFor accessibility information please refer to the venue’s website. \nFor all ages. \nChildren must be accompanied by an adult at all times. \nImage by Nur demirbaş \n  \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/baisakhi-themed-arts-crafts-for-kids/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T183000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260323T012557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260415T111914Z
UID:8020-1778335200-1778351400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Desi Day: Baisakhi: A Desi New Year & Spring Festival
DESCRIPTION:Baisakhi is a South Asian festival marking the New Year and the arrival of spring. Step into this rich and vibrant cultural celebration through storytelling\, music\, dance\, creative crafts and traditional food. Part of Desi Day – celebrating South Asian culture with a series of events at Arnolfini. \nRooted in renewal\, harvest and new beginnings\, this joyful\, family-friendly event\, led by artists Shakeel Delwar and Sayambrita Mukerjee\, invites everyone to welcome the season and explore the rhythms and traditions of South Asian culture. DJ and producer Indian Man will close the show with a 30-minute DJ set. \nVenue: Arnolfini Arts\, BS1 4QA \nFor all ages \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/baisakhi-a-desi-new-year-spring-festival-all-ages/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T190000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260414T114430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T141009Z
UID:9496-1778335200-1778353200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Shifting Seasons Cultural Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Vision Bame CIC presents Shifting Seasons Cultural Celebration. Join us for an afternoon of culture\, community and celebration. Free entry\, all welcome. \nExpect delicious international food\, live choir performances\, cultural dance\, African drumming\, celebrating diversity and community spirit. \nFor more information please email bame.vision@gmail.com
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/shifting-seasons-cultural-celebration/
LOCATION:Hartcliffe Community Centre\, Hareclive Rd\, Bristol\, BS13 0JW\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Networking,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T150000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T183000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260323T165057Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T165057Z
UID:7976-1778338800-1778351400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Dances of DIASPORA!
DESCRIPTION:Dance is a universal language. It builds communities\, transcends time and holds history in our feet. Dances of DIASPORA! is a project conceived by the Diverse Artists Network to honour and showcase the many dance traditions we are proud to host in our city – living archives of migration\, resilience and cultural legacy. \nBringing together a cross-section of diasporic cultures\, Diverse Artists Network is collaborating with RWA to celebrate the Dance Out exhibition. As the exhibition’s launch event\, we will host an exciting afternoon of dynamic dance performances and participatory workshops\, developed in partnership with dance charity Movema. \nExpect Colombian and Peruvian folk dance\, Tibetan and Guyanese traditional dance\, Jamaican junglist movement\, Turkish finger cymbals\, and the newly created ‘Unity Dance’ expressing solidarity across cultures. Come and join the joy\, power and connection of social and community dance! \nBook your exhibition ticket here (you need a ticket to the exhibition to take part in the event).
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/dances-of-diaspora/
LOCATION:Royal West of England Academy\, BS8 1PX
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T183000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T230000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260319T190016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T143457Z
UID:7533-1778351400-1778367600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:DIASPORA! on Stage: Songs & Stories from the Caribbean Islands
DESCRIPTION:This musical theatre showcase features work by artists of the Caribbean diaspora\, exploring themes of migration\, identity and the enduring influence of the Windrush generation on British life. \nFarewell Jamaica by Neville Connor\nThis interactive one-person play follows Neville\, a Jamaican World War II veteran who migrates to Britain in the late 1940s. Through storytelling and music\, the performance tracks his journey from the Caribbean to post-war Britain\, navigating the transition from the warmth of his home to a cold\, unfamiliar landscape. The narrative examines the complexities of displacement and resilience\, ending with a reflection on heritage and the meaning of home. \nLong Time Gal by ARTUBA & Edson Burton\nA collaborative production combining spoken word with live music to present a romantic musical odyssey. The performance charts the journey from the Caribbean to Britain\, blending poetry with a diverse soundtrack to capture the emotional and historical weight of the migration experience. \nAge: 18+ \nVenue: Bristol Improv Theatre\, BS8 1LP \nFor access information visit the venue website \nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nNeville Connor is an actor and playwright who has performed extensively in theatre and educational settings. He is the author and performer of the one-man play Farewell Jamaica and serves as the CEO of Ubuntu Educational & Mentoring Services CIC.\n@ubuntu.cic \nARTUBA is a semi-acoustic musical duo performing a repertoire that spans reggae\, calypso\, rhythm and blues and Irish reels. The group performs original compositions alongside established covers with a focus on cultural heritage.\n@artubamusic \nDr Edson Burton is a poet\, spoken word artist\, writer and performer whose work often intersects with historical and archive research.\n@eburton70
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-on-stage-a-musical-theatre-showcase/
LOCATION:Bristol Improv Theatre\, BS8 1LP
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T193000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T203000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260416T172240Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260416T172240Z
UID:9583-1778355000-1778358600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Company SHE Presents: CROWN/تاج
DESCRIPTION:CROWN/تاج is the UK’s first touring production combining classical Persian dance\, contemporary dance and Sufi whirling to tell a story of displacement\, identity and body sovereignty to an original soundtrack of live music and electronica.\n\nMaria Tarokh directs this female-led production\, featuring brilliant contemporary and classical dancers and virtuoso classical Persian musicians. Watch the trailer and then get your tickets here. \nVenue: Exeter Northcott Theatre\, EX4 4QB\nAge: 14+ (under 18s must be accompanied by an adult) \nFor access information\, please refer to the venue’s website. \nABOUT MARIA\nMaria Tarokh is a British-Iranian dancer\, choreographer and director based in Devon\, trained in ballet\, contemporary and classical Persian dance in the UK and San Francisco. She is the founder and director of Company SHE\, a touring dance company associated with Exeter Northcott Theatre\, whose work explores migration through performance and installation. Her credits include the Olivier-nominated RSC production of English and collaborations with Shakespeare’s Globe\, the Brit Awards and the Royal Shakespeare Company. She holds an MA in Middle Eastern Studies from SOAS and is a specialist in classical Persian dance.\n@mariatarokh\n@companyshecic
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/company-she-presents-crown-%d8%aa%d8%a7%d8%ac/
LOCATION:Exeter Northcott Theatre\, EX4 4QB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T220000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260319T193330Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260421T181240Z
UID:7692-1778364000-1778364000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:IKAMBA DJ Set
DESCRIPTION:Fusing rhythms from the African diaspora with sounds from across the globe\, to delving into the deeper realms of electronic music. Expect hypnotic melodies & captivating rhythms\, coupled with percussive textures & rich\, resonant bass lines. No need to book\, just turn up. \nAge: 18+ \nVenue: The Plough\, BS5 0EG \nAbout IKAMBA \nHailing from the vibrant heart of the Congo (DRC)\, IKAMBA’s musical journey began early\, rooted in a rich tapestry of sound & movement. As a DJ and radio host\, IKAMBA has performed across the globe\, with appearances across Europe\, Florida\, India\, and Sri Lanka. His electrifying sets have graced the stages of celebrated festivals such as The Secret Garden Party\, Boomtown Fair\, Shambala and more. With a growing international presence and a distinct musical identity\, IKAMBA is surely establishing himself as a force.  \n@ikambamusic
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/ikamba/
LOCATION:The Plough Inn\, 223 Easton Rd\, Easton\, Bristol\, BS5 0EG
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T220000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T233000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260428T074454Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T074655Z
UID:9881-1778364000-1778369400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:MĀDŁY
DESCRIPTION:MĀDŁY is a multilingual singer\, rapper and poet\, whose work weaves together the threads of neo-soul\, nu-jazz and hip hop. Expect hard-hitting flows and content\, combined with soulful\, melodic and jazz-influenced sounds from Komposa. Followed by a set from WINK Collective.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/madly-the-canteen/
LOCATION:The Canteen\, BS1 3QY
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026,Festival,Performance
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T233000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260509T233000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260428T073726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T074630Z
UID:9877-1778369400-1778369400@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T103000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T163000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260319T183506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260321T093720Z
UID:7612-1778409000-1778430600@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:West African Dance
DESCRIPTION:Join Foli – Bristol Djembe Players for a day of playing and dancing together to soulful West African rhythms. Led by guest teachers Abram Diallo from Guinea and Seneke Sillah from the Gambia\, these sessions invite participants to bring their spirit\, energy and drums to the circle. \n10.30am – 12pm: West African Dance\nLed by Abram Diallo\, this workshop focuses on traditional movement and is suitable for all levels of experience. \n1pm – 4pm: West African Djembe Drumming\nLed by Seneke Sillah\, this session explores the rhythmic heart of the Gambia. Both workshops are open to everyone\, regardless of experience. Limited djembes are available for hire\, so please book early to reserve one or bring your own. \nAge: 18+\, any under 18s accompanied by 21+ adult 1:1 ratio \nVenue: The Jam Jar\, BS2 9EB \nFor access information visit the venue website \nAbout Foli \nFoli – Bristol Djembe Players have been running traditional West African dance and djembe workshops in Bristol since 2022. These sessions are part of a special all-day event for DIASPORA! 26. \nBook your place on Headfirst. \nQuestions? Contact foliplayers@gmail.com
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/west-african-dance/
LOCATION:The Jam Jar\, Little Ann St\, Bristol\, BS2 9EB\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260319T180048Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T112837Z
UID:7540-1778410800-1778418000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Dance with the Armenian Alphabet
DESCRIPTION:This creative workshop explores Armenian culture\, language and memory through contemporary dance improvisation. Each letter becomes an inspiration for movement and each sound carries a memory. Participants embody the shapes\, rhythms and resonances of the Armenian alphabet\, transforming letters and words into living dance phrases. \nThrough individual and collective exploration\, the workshop invites people of all ages and experience levels to discover how language\, sound and memory can move through the body. \nAge: 7+ (under-16s must be accompanied by an adult) \nVenue: Arnolfini Arts\, BS1 4QA \nFor access information visit the venue website \nAbout Lerna \nLerna Babikyan is a movement-based artist\, educator and writer who believes in the transformative power of dance and creativity. With a background in dance\, adult education and ecology\, her work explores the deep connections between identity\, memory and the natural world. \nThis session will take place in the theatre on the ground floor. \n@lerna_babikyan \n \n\n 
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/dance-with-the-armenian-alphabet/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T130000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260323T011413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260404T112908Z
UID:8014-1778414400-1778418000@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:Stories from the Water with Marcus & Shakeel
DESCRIPTION:Bristol storytellers Marcus Fagon and Shakeel Delwar are joining forces for an hour of stories aboard Margaret the Ferry. Together they’ll blend storytelling traditions from across Africa\, Europe and South Asia. Expect humour\, mischief\, myth and a few quiet moments of reflection. \nPerfect for families and anyone who loves a good story. Board Margaret at the City Centre Landing Stage. Arrive by 11.50am to be sure you don’t miss the boat. \nABOUT MARCUS \nMarcus tells stories to connect people with community\, ancestry and soul. He sees traditional tales as ancestral responses to the big questions\, stretching back millennia\, and loves sharing them. Expect vibrant imagery\, playful sounds and joyful surprises.\n@marcus.fagon.storyteller \nABOUT SHAKEEL \nShakeel is a Bristol-based storyteller and cultural producer whose work blends South Asian mythology\, personal narrative and contemporary humour. Drawing on themes of identity\, migration and belonging\, his performances reimagine traditional stories in ways that feel playful\, relatable and rooted in everyday life.\n@shakeel_delwar
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/margaret-ferry-with-shakeel-and-marcus/
LOCATION:Bristol Ferrry City Centre Landing Stage\, BS1 4UZ
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T120000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T210000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260408T101956Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260408T101956Z
UID:9233-1778414400-1778446800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T130000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T150000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260426T153511Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T085615Z
UID:9821-1778418000-1778425200@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
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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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T140000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260503T164450
CREATED:20260323T013532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T160319Z
UID:8024-1778421600-1778428800@www.diverseartistsnetwork.com
SUMMARY:DIASPORA! Closing Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:Join the Diverse Artists Network and friends for an afternoon of arts\, crafts and ritual\, to mark the closing of DIASPORA! 26. Come and connect to the spirit of the Avon through the power of making\, ceremony and song. \nThis event begins with an interactive workshop\, crafting items for an alter\, and ends with a dedicated song for the water – a gesture of gratitude\, love and respect for the river. Please feel free to wear or bring something blue to take part in the ceremony. \nThis ceremony marks the end of DIASPORA! 26\, but there’s more to enjoy throughout the evening. Check the full festival programme for details. Book your free place here.
URL:https://www.diverseartistsnetwork.com/event/diaspora-closing-ceremony/
LOCATION:Arnolfini Arts\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, BS1 4QA\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:DIASPORA! 2026
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