Join us online for County Durham Black History Month 2026—celebrating culture, stories, and unity!

County Durham Black History Month Celebration 2026

Honouring Our Heritage, Heroes & Futures

Join us on Saturday 24 October 2026 for a vibrant afternoon celebrating Black history, heritage, culture, achievements and the people helping to shape the future of our communities.

📅 Saturday 24th October 2026

🕑 2:00pm – 6:00pm

📍 Redhills Durham Miners Hall, Durham

Organised by Wonderful Way CIC, this special County Durham Black History Month celebration brings people and communities together to celebrate our shared stories, recognise inspiring contributions and create connections for the future.

🌍 What to Expect

🤝 Community & Local Business Exhibition | 2:00pm – 3:00pm

Meet local businesses, community organisations and groups, discover their work, explore opportunities and connect with people making a difference across County Durham.

Kindly make use of the following link if you would like to showcase your business for the Business Exhibition https://forms.gle/prrNCFNrDCKKtwW17

Celebration afternoon| 3:00pm – 6:00pm

🎤 Inspirational Speakers & Keynote

Hear from inspiring voices sharing stories, experiences and reflections.

💬 Community Panel & Conversations

Explore conversations around heritage, identity, community and the future.

💃🏾 African & Caribbean Dance

Experience vibrant performances celebrating culture and tradition.

🎶 Live Music & Entertainment

Enjoy performances from talented local artists and entertainers.

🎭 Spoken Word

Powerful words, stories and creative expression.

👗 Fashion Showcase

Celebrate style, creativity and cultural expression.

🏆 Awards & Recognition

Celebrate individuals and community contributions that inspire, support and strengthen our communities.

👧🏾 Family & Children's Activities

Children can enjoy a bouncy castle, entertainment, sweet treats and family-friendly activities.

🍽️ Food, Networking & Community

Connect with others, meet new people and enjoy food in a welcoming community environment.

❤️ Heritage. Heroes. Futures.

This year's theme, “Honouring Our Heritage, Heroes & Futures,” invites us to reflect on the richness of our heritage, recognise the people who have made a difference, and look ahead to the opportunities and possibilities for future generations.

Whether you are joining us to celebrate your heritage, learn something new, support local talent, recognise community heroes, meet local businesses or simply enjoy an afternoon with friends and family — everyone is welcome.

🎟️ FREE EVENT

Places are free but registration is required, so please book your place through Eventbrite.

We encourage you to share this event with your family, friends, colleagues, community groups and networks.

Let's come together to honour our Heritage, celebrate our Heroes and inspire our Futures.

❤️🖤💚

Organised by Wonderful Way CIC

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