Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy
Thu 24 Sept · 19:00
Manchester Cathedral
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The Greater Manchester Community Action for Harmony and Nurture (CAHN) Black History Month Launch event, commemorating 80 years of Pan-African heritage, will be held at Manchester Cathedral on September 24, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM. The evening promises to celebrate the vibrant history and significant contributions of the African community through a diverse range of performances and discussions by various artists. Admission is free, ensuring that this inclusive celebration is open to everyone interested in honouring and learning about this important legacy.
Join Greater Manchester's Black History Month Civic Launch: live performances, community and the 2026 BHM calendar launch.
Greater Manchester's Black History Month begins here.
Join civic leaders, community organisations and cultural institutions for an evening of live performances celebrating Black history and heritage, marking the official launch of the Greater Manchester BHM 2026 calendar of events.
The evening brings together performances, community connection and recognition of the contributions shaping our city and nation today. The event has been shaped with civic leaders and community voices through our GM BHM Stakeholder Group, drawing on the experiences of the people it celebrates.
When: Thursday 24th September 2026
Time: 7:00PM - 11:30PM
Venue: Manchester Cathedral, Victoria St, Manchester M3 1SX
What to expect:
Live performances celebrating Black history and heritage
The official launch of the Greater Manchester BHM calendar of events
A gathering of civic leaders, community organisations and cultural institutions
Stall opportunities to promote your business, cause or organisation and connect with partners (spaces limited)
Delivered by the Caribbean & African Health & Supported by Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
Register today to secure your place. Interested in hosting a stall? Contact us at bhm@cahn.org.uk
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Frequently asked questions
Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy takes place on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 19:00.
Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy is held at Manchester Cathedral in Manchester (Victoria Street, Manchester, M3 1SX).
Entry to Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy is free.
Tickets for Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy 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.
Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy
Editorial Summary
The Greater Manchester Community Action for Harmony and Nurture (CAHN) Black History Month Launch event, commemorating 80 years of Pan-African heritage, will be held at Manchester Cathedral on September 24, 2026, starting at 7:00 PM. The evening promises to celebrate the vibrant history and significant contributions of the African community through a diverse range of performances and discussions by various artists. Admission is free, ensuring that this inclusive celebration is open to everyone interested in honouring and learning about this important legacy.
This summary was automatically generated from event data sourced from official ticketing providers.
Organiser’s full description
Join Greater Manchester's Black History Month Civic Launch: live performances, community and the 2026 BHM calendar launch.
Greater Manchester's Black History Month begins here.
Join civic leaders, community organisations and cultural institutions for an evening of live performances celebrating Black history and heritage, marking the official launch of the Greater Manchester BHM 2026 calendar of events.
The evening brings together performances, community connection and recognition of the contributions shaping our city and nation today. The event has been shaped with civic leaders and community voices through our GM BHM Stakeholder Group, drawing on the experiences of the people it celebrates.
When: Thursday 24th September 2026
Time: 7:00PM - 11:30PM
Venue: Manchester Cathedral, Victoria St, Manchester M3 1SX
What to expect:
Live performances celebrating Black history and heritage
The official launch of the Greater Manchester BHM calendar of events
A gathering of civic leaders, community organisations and cultural institutions
Stall opportunities to promote your business, cause or organisation and connect with partners (spaces limited)
Delivered by the Caribbean & African Health & Supported by Greater Manchester Combined Authority.
Register today to secure your place. Interested in hosting a stall? Contact us at bhm@cahn.org.uk
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy?
Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy takes place on Thursday, 24 September 2026 at 19:00.
Where is Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy taking place?
Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy is held at Manchester Cathedral in Manchester (Victoria Street, Manchester, M3 1SX).
How much are tickets for Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy?
Entry to Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy is free.
How do I get tickets for Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy?
Tickets for Black History Month Launch 2025 | 80 Years of Pan-African Legacy 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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