Black Country Multicultural Weekender 2026

Black Country Multicultural Day Weekender 2026

Black Country Multicultural Weekender is a free, family friendly celebration of culture, heritage and community across the Black Country. The event brings together music, dance, food, arts and storytelling from the many communities who have helped shape the region’s identity. It creates space for people of all ages and backgrounds to connect, learn and celebrate together.

Now established as one of the area’s leading grassroots cultural festivals, the Weekender highlights local talent, supports community organisations and small businesses, and promotes inclusion, pride and unity through shared experiences.

Event dates, locations and times

Saturday 11 July 2026
Somers Square, Halesowen
11.00am to 6.00pm

Sunday 12 July 2026
Civic Square, Oldbury
11.00am to 6.00pm

Free entry for all ages.

What to expect

Live music and dance performances
Cultural showcases and heritage storytelling
Community and charity stalls
Street food and world cuisine
Children and family activities
Workshops and participatory arts
Local talent through Black Country You’ve Got Talent

The programme reflects the people of the Black Country past, present and future, celebrating the generations who came to work in the factories and foundries and built today’s communities.

Interactive workshops in the town centre

Alongside the main outdoor stages, we are delivering additional free, drop in activities inside the town centre at the Cornbow Shopping Centre in Halesowen.

These include:

Interactive line dancing workshops open to all ages and abilities
An energetic Bhangra dance workshop celebrating Punjabi music and movement
Family friendly sessions where visitors can learn steps, join in and take part

These sessions are designed to be welcoming and beginner friendly, encouraging shoppers, families and passers by to stop, join in and experience different cultures through dance and shared fun.

Become a sponsor or partner

We welcome businesses, colleges, community groups, charities and regional organisations to get involved as sponsors or partners.

Supporters benefit from brand visibility across marketing and media, presence on event day, connections with thousands of attendees, and alignment with a positive, inclusive community festival with strong local impact.

Options include sponsorship packages, stall space, in kind support and collaborative programming.

Contact

Email info@bcmdcultural.com

Website https://www.bcmdcultural.com

Get in touch to discuss sponsorship, partnerships, stalls, volunteering or performances.