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Celebrate the vibrant cultures, communities and creativity of Leeds Road at the Leeds Road Festival 2026. This free, family-friendly festival brings together live entertainment, international street food, cultural showcases, shopping, workshops and activities for all ages. From music and dance performances to artisan stalls and hands-on activities, it's a chance to experience the community spirit and diversity that make Leeds Road so special.

Saturday 15 August: Kick off the weekend with a packed programme of live music, dance and cultural performances featuring Bollytanz, Iffi Khan, the Darren Ellis Band, Kay Kay Chauhan, Oojami, Wajid Ali Baghdadi, Tayyba Khan and Naeem Hazarfi. Visitors can also enjoy international street food, fashion and craft stalls, family entertainment, funfair rides and community activities throughout the day. 

Sunday 16 August: The festival concludes with another day of live performances, including Nach de Tapde, Plummer Drummers, Steeldrums, Wilko Wilkes, Abdullah Shahid, Natural Rhythm, Third Floor, JENNA, Sher Yar, Nadia Ghul and headline act Abrar Ul-Haq. Alongside the entertainment, explore food stalls, workshops, cultural demonstrations, shopping, family activities and funfair attractions. 

Festival Highlights

• Live music, dance and cultural performances

• Pakistani, South Asian and international street food

• Fashion, crafts and local business stalls

• Workshops and cultural activities

• Funfair rides and family entertainment