Take a free trip around the world with Derby’s World Music Festival this weekend

Ria Ghei
By Ria Ghei
Published 16th Aug 2023, 12:51 BST
World Music Festival Derby is set to be a fun, fabulous event where you can also enjoy music from a diverse range of culturesWorld Music Festival Derby is set to be a fun, fabulous event where you can also enjoy music from a diverse range of cultures
World Music Festival Derby is set to be a fun, fabulous event where you can also enjoy music from a diverse range of cultures | World Music Festival Derby | Derby CAN | Derby Theatre
The cultural event celebrates Derby’s musical diversity

A free music event celebrating a variety of cultures is set to take place at Normanton Park this weekend.

The World Music Festival promises to give attendees an ‘experience of a fusion of cultures’ to celebrate the musical diversity of Derby.

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Here is everything you need to know about the fun event that could well be an enjoyable highlight of your summer.

What you need to know about World Music Festival Derby

When is it?

Saturday August 19, 2023, from 1pm till 7pm.

Where is it?

Normanton Park, Warwick Avenue, Derby DE23 8DA

What is the cost to enter World Music Festival?

It is free to attend, however booking is required.

You can book tickets from the website here.

Who will be performing?

The event will showcase performances from diverse communities including Derby homegrown talent. Here is the full breakdown.

Ghana: Chupa

Sudan: Oma G, Yasir

Roma: Darusko Band, Jozef

Nigeria: D-Romola, Kelvin Ossai, Pheenix

Kurdish, Persian and Turkish: Babak Aria

There will also be community performances on the evening from Raphael Tate, DJ Nocturnal Joe and Luke Lexu, Truant, Infinity Flow and more.

For more information about World Music Festival Derby visit this website here.

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