Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing
Sat 19 Sept · 18:30
The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel
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Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing takes place at The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel in Barrow In Furness. The event is priced at £5.00.
Discover Mexico's tradition of Calaveritas Literarias: witty limerick-style poetry with dark humour exploring death.
Fiesta of Fun
Date: Satuday 19 September
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Location: Duke of Edinburgh Hotel, Abbey Road, LA14 5QR
Age: 18+
Cost: £5 (includes glass of wine, beer or soft drink on arrival)
Tickets: Booking in Advance Essential (limited places available)
Can you make Death laugh?
“In Mexico, we celebrate life by laughing at death. Discover the tradition of Calaveritas Literarias: witty poems that gently poke fun at friends, family, famous people… or even yourself!” – Ale Bravo
Join us for a relaxed and creative workshop where you’ll write your own humorous Calaverita. No writing experience needed, just bring your imagination and a sense of humour! Artist Ale Bravo will guide you through the session with friendship and warmth.
Part of BarrowFull’s Day of The Dead Celebrations
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Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing takes place on Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 18:30.
Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing is held at The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness (Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 5QR).
Tickets for Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing are priced at £5. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
Tickets for Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing
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Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing takes place at The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel in Barrow In Furness. The event is priced at £5.00.
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Discover Mexico's tradition of Calaveritas Literarias: witty limerick-style poetry with dark humour exploring death.
Fiesta of Fun
Date: Satuday 19 September
Time: 6:30-8:30pm
Location: Duke of Edinburgh Hotel, Abbey Road, LA14 5QR
Age: 18+
Cost: £5 (includes glass of wine, beer or soft drink on arrival)
Tickets: Booking in Advance Essential (limited places available)
Can you make Death laugh?
“In Mexico, we celebrate life by laughing at death. Discover the tradition of Calaveritas Literarias: witty poems that gently poke fun at friends, family, famous people… or even yourself!” – Ale Bravo
Join us for a relaxed and creative workshop where you’ll write your own humorous Calaverita. No writing experience needed, just bring your imagination and a sense of humour! Artist Ale Bravo will guide you through the session with friendship and warmth.
Part of BarrowFull’s Day of The Dead Celebrations
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing?
Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing takes place on Saturday, 19 September 2026 at 18:30.
Where is Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing taking place?
Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing is held at The Duke of Edinburgh Hotel in Barrow-in-Furness (Abbey Road, Barrow-in-Furness, LA14 5QR).
How much are tickets for Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing?
Tickets for Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing are priced at £5. Live prices and availability are shown on Eventbrite.
How do I get tickets for Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing?
Tickets for Fiesta of Fun! A Mexican-themed evening of writing can be booked via Eventbrite using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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