An Indian Summer Festival 2026
Inspirate’s flagship festival, An Indian Summer, is back from Wednesday 1st July to Sunday 5th July 2026, bringing a fresh, bold and unique programme of contemporary South Asian arts and culture to Leicester.
This year’s programme features open-air and indoor events happening in venues across the city, including Attenborough Arts Centre, Jubilee Square and the historic surroundings of Leicester Cathedral and Guildhall. Showcasing original work by South Asian artists from across the UK, this year’s festival programme features bold theatre, cutting-edge dance, live music, puppetry, film and visual arts.
South Asian Heritage Month dates changed to "July" from 2026 — Learn more here →