Global cultures unite at Dunstable's Around the World festival

This annual event organised and funded by Dunstable Town Council, is dedicated to celebrating cultural diversity and heritage through music and dance.

The festival featured Colombian dancers whose captivating moves thrilled audiences, a skilled kora player, with the enchanting sounds of this West African harp, swing dancers, bhangra dancers, Indian dancers and a Tai Chi performance.

The event also featured a wide array of stall holders and community-led booths, including Men in Sheds, Dunstable in Bloom, Friends of Priory House and Gardens, Dunstable and District Local History Society, Dunstable Rotary Club, Dunstable Foodbank, and many more!

Attendees participated in an array of engaging activities, including a diverse range of drumming sessions, the impressive hula-hoop megastructure, and Animal Encounters. The festival also featured arts and crafts, as well as judo demonstrations—where even the Town Mayor showcased her moves.

The Around the World Festival continues to be a melting pot of global cultures, with this year’s event setting new standards in variety and inclusivity.

Visitors indulged in a wide array of culinary delights, with stalls offering authentic dishes from around the globe. Artisans and vendors displayed unique crafts, providing attendees with a chance to take home a piece of world heritage.

Cllr Liz Jones Chair of Community Services Committee: “It was such an incredible day seeing the array of talent and culture at this year’s Around the World. It was lovely to see the community come together to celebrate different cultures and celebrate the diversity and unity of global cultures.”

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