TODAY! ☆ 13h Free Festival: Open The Gate 10th Anniversary ☆

SAT 8 JUN - Open The Gate 10th Anniversary Festival 12 midday - 1am - FREE ENTRY Join us as we celebrate the 10th Anniversary of our cultural organisation Open The Gate! Expect a 13 hours FREE Festival packed up with: - LIVE MUSIC on stage: The most talented African & Diaspora artists on our roster, both established and upcoming, that we have had the privilege to support since 2009, - The African Market: A selection of designers and makers who strive in ethical and sustainable practices, bringing you unique fashion, accessories, homeware, natural beauty products, books and art - Family & Children Workshops: Learn drumming and dancing on traditional and new rhythms, arts & crafts to bring home, or get your face painted as a wild animal, - African street food: Homemade traditional Nigerian cuisine with a modern twist - Massage therapy and wellness, - And lots of treats and surprises all day long! Open The Gate 10th Anniversary Festival is a homage to YOU the community of fans & followers, creative minds and volunteers who have supported our project and activities since 2009. LINE UP: 12:00 - 14:00 DRUMSONG Workshop 14:00 Pumpkin Jigsaw (Samba) from the street to the dancefloor 14:30 Siemy Di (Congo/Brazil) drumkit virtuoso 15:15 Seddik Zebiri - (Algeria) mandola solo 16:00 ESE & The Vooduu People (Nigeria/London) electric soul 17:00 Luzmira Zerpa (Venezuela) - brand new project! 18:00 Dubhouse Band feat Samurai, Grace & Diletta, TiBiO 19:30 Simo Lagnawi & Gnawa London (Morocco) 20:00 Tribute to Maestro Baba Adesose Wallace 20:30 Aar Maanta (Somaila) 22:00 Abdoulaye Samb Minnjiaraby (Senegal) 23:30 Kodjovi Kush & Afrospot All Stars (Togo) Hosted by Usifu Jalloh The Cowfoot Prince DJs: Open The Gate Sound, Debbie Golt, Jamie Renton, Cello, Angus Taylor, Motorino, more TBC //\\//\\//\\//\\//\\//\\//\\//\\ Plan your visit: - The event is indoors, and starts at 12noon and closes at 1am. - It is free entry all along and all workshops are free to take part in. - It's highly recommended to come early, as children activities run 12-4pm; and whilst food hasn't run out yet! - The venue is accessible by wheelchair users and there will be a dedicated space to park your pushchair. Why you should attend: - It's a one-of-a-kind event in London, with a very inclusive and festive atmosphere - It's the perfect place to meet new people and network as we create a platform for amateurs and professionals alike to connect around African and diaspora cultures, arts, music and designers-makers - It's only once a year! An unmissable fabulous 13 hours non-stop festival... FREE ENTRY all day long from midday to midnight! To get involved or book a stall, please email us at: [email protected]