ISINTU FESTIVAL 2026
Saturday, 26 September 2026
Newark Showground, NG24 2NY
A vibrant celebration of African music, culture, food and community.
WHAT IS ISINTU FEST?
Isintu Fest is a community-rooted African cultural festival celebrating heritage, identity and unity through music, dance, storytelling, food and shared experience.
We bring together artists, communities and audiences to honour tradition while creating space for new cultural expression.
WHY IT MATTERS
Celebrate African heritage in the UK
Create spaces for cultural pride and identity
Connect communities across generations
Support artists and cultural practitioners
Build inclusive, welcoming cultural experiences
COMMUNITY & HERITAGE
Isintu means culture, identity and way of life.
Our festival is rooted in community — created by the people, for the people.
We celebrate where we come from, while building something meaningful for future generations.
UPCOMING EVENT
Date: Saturday, 26 September 2026
Venue: Newark Showground, NG24 2NY
Join us for a day of live music, cultural performances, traditional dance, delicious food, family activities and community celebration.
The full festival programme will be announced soon.
PARTNERS & SUPPORTERS
Supported by organisations, community groups and cultural partners who believe in the power of heritage and community.
