The Liverpool European Festival is set to return in 2025, promising a bigger and bolder celebration of the diverse cultures, traditions, and stories of Europe. From May 8 to June 28, communities across Liverpool will come together to showcase the vibrant cultures that have contributed to the city’s identity over the years. The festival will feature a packed programme of events including music, dance, food, and storytelling, inviting everyone to join in the celebrations.
Various European communities, such as those from Albania, Germany, Greece, Italy, Poland, Romania, and Ukraine, will share their music, art, food, and traditions throughout the city. Led by Liverpool’s European diaspora communities in partnership with Liverpool City Council, the festival aims to offer a rich and inclusive experience for all to enjoy. The event highlights include a launch ceremony at Liverpool Town Hall on May 8, Europe Day on May 9, and a Community Celebration at the Bombed Out Church on May 10 featuring live performances and a Fire Gala in the evening.
Additionally, there will be events like the Little Italy History Ride on May 17, an International Children’s Day celebration on May 31, Midsummer celebrations with the Polish community on June 15, and a German Summer Fete on June 21. The festival’s full programme can be accessed on the official website, and tickets for the Fire Gala can be booked online. Councillor Laura Robertson-Collins of Liverpool City Council expressed the importance of celebrating the city’s diverse connections with communities from Europe and worldwide, emphasizing the festival’s role in fostering friendship, understanding, and inclusivity.
Gosia McKane, who has been leading the festival’s organization since its inception, highlighted the festival as a unifying force in a divided world. She emphasized the celebration of cultural heritage, community unity, and the shared connections that bring people together. The festival serves as a reminder of where individuals come from, who they are now, and the collective future that can be built through cultural exchange and collaboration across generations. Everyone is invited to partake in this celebration of unity and diversity
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