South Asian Heritage Celebration

Hodge Hill Neighbourhood Network Scheme (HHNNS) in partnership with Unity Hubb, are celebrating South Asian Heritage Month at St Margaret's Church, Ward End with a fun filled celebration day for the whole community. Activities are designed to celebrate the rich cultures and traditions of South Asia while creating opportunities for the community to come together, learn, and have fun.

A great opportunity for the community to share stories, celebrate traditions and connect!

Bring a picnic and enjoy the activities including:-

2 x Bollywood dance workshops
Traditional Asian fans craft activity
Rangoli Art
Mehndi
Dhol drums
Food tasting
Karaoke
How to wear a Saree demonstration and try-on experience

Event details

Where

St Margaret's Church, St Margaret's Road, Ward End , Birmingham, B8 2BA

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When

Start: 30^th July, 2026 at 12:00pm

End: 30^th July, 2026 at 2:30pm

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