04/10/2022 - Luton celebrates Black History Month as a time for change

There are events for everyone, from music, film and theatre to thought provoking talks, book launches and a Black culture market.

Black History Month (BHM) runs every October in the UK. This year the month celebrates Black leaders and artists that have changed the world, and explores stories and experiences from communities across Luton and beyond.

Cllr Hazel Simmons, Leader of Luton Council, said: “Black History Month is an opportunity for us to celebrate the rich diversity of our town and to acknowledge the successes of the Black community by celebrating the achievements, triumphs and impact of its rich culture.”

“I welcome this opportunity for us all to engage and exchange in learning, in honour and respect to strengthen greater understanding between diverse cultures.”

“Black History Month is also a time for us to reaffirm our commitment to a town built on fairness and to renew our declaration that Black Lives Matter."

“We have made progress but we know there remain many challenges and we need to do more to tackle inequality.”

8 October - I Wish My Brother George Was Here 

9 October - Grandad Anansi

 

8 October - Live from the Hat Factory X Forever International 

21 October - Dele Sosimi Afrobeat Quartet 

12 October - Bute Street Film Night: Finding Fela 

15 October - Family Film Club: Home 

20 October - Filmed With Love: Leave it on the Floor 

26 October - Cinema Classics: Hidden Figures 

6 October - Luton West Indian Association Lunch Service 

8 October - Windrush Generation Celebration 

8 October - Black Culture Market 

8 October - Let's Skate! Book Launch 

20 October to 26 November - Ghana Society UK 

22 October - Hope Gala 

27 October - The Power of Words with Miss Jacqui - workshop 

27 October - An Evening with Miss Jacqui 

27 October - Strictly Caribbean 

13 October - Being Black in Luton 

1 to 31 October - Black British History Exhibition 

Luton and Bedfordshire Windrush Community Awards - 25 February 2023

The Windrush Community Awards highlight the outstanding achievements, milestones and key contributions of individuals and organisations over the past years. The prestigious Awards are moving to Luton for 2023 and they have extended the deadline to nominate people who you feel are deserving of one of the coveted awards. You now have until 25th January 2023 to make your nomination. 

The awards will be at Luton Riverside Venue 360 on 25th February 2023 and you can book your tickets. 

You can find out more and nominate. 

More events are being announced.

Keep up to date with Black History Month.