A huge family fun day is set to take over Sefton Park Palm House this weekend as the showcase of Liverpool Arab Arts Festival returns.
Back after a two-year break, the family day is traditionally held on the final Sunday of the festival and is an opportunity for everyone to come together. The free event takes place this Sunday, July 17.
A free, all day celebration of Arab art, culture and community in the heart of Liverpool, the event will feature music and performance, along with a series of stalls including Arabic and Middle Eastern food, craft, traditional practices like calligraphy and activities focused on children, like storytelling.
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2022 marks 20 years since the first Liverpool Arab Arts Festival was held in the city, and to mark the occasion, this year’s event will see the return of Hawiyya Dance Company, who bring their unique blend of Dabke and contemporary dance. Live music performances will celebrate the best of modern and traditional Arab music.
Below, we’ve taken a look at what visitors can expect from Family Day at Liverpool Arab Arts Festival 2022:
12pm – 12.15pm – Saliah
12.15pm – 12.45pm – Gazelleband
12.45pm – 1.10pm – Saliah
1.10pm – 1.20pm – Hawiyya Dance Company & El Funoun Dance Troupe
1.20pm – 2.05pm – Al Awahdal Band
2.05pm – 2.15pm – A Day in the Life Prize Giving
2.15pm – 2.45pm – Saliah
2.45pm – 3.30pm – Aar Maanta
3.30pm – 3.50pm – Saliah
3.50pm – 4pm – Hawiyya Dance Company & El Funoun Dance Troupe
4pm – 5pm – Tootard
5pm – End
For more details on the individual acts, visit arabartsfestival.com.
Family Day at Liverpool Arab Arts Festival starts from 12pm this Sunday, July 17. The event is free to enter and no ticket is required.
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