Milton Keynes Islamic Arts & Culture (MKIAC) Presents: Art in the Park 2024

Art in the Park will feature traditional music and dance from across the globe, art workshops, a multicultural food village an art marquee with demonstrations and so much more! There is something for the whole family!

Milton Keynes Islamic Arts & Culture (MKIAC) is thrilled to host their annual Art in the Park festival at the Campbell Park Events Plateau in Milton Keynes. This year's theme, Green City, will explore the intricate links between culture, identity, and nature, celebrating our diverse heritage while championing climate action.

Event Highlights:
Parade of Colours: Join our vibrant Parade of Colours, showcasing the rich tapestry of Milton Keynes' multicultural community. We are actively seeking participants to contribute to this colourful spectacle. See our webstie for further details!

Performances: Enjoy an eclectic mix of performances throughout the day, including:

Headliners: Raka Balkan Band
Taal Bhangra Dance Group
Northampton Orchestra
Greek Cultural Performance
Brazilian Samba Drummers

Art Marquee: Participate in a variety of engaging art workshops and demonstrations:
Art Workshops: Only £2 per session
Islamic Arts: Featuring calligraphy sessions
Turkish Marbling: Demonstrations by a renowned Turkish artist
Peter Sanders: We are pleased to share that the Internationally renowned photographer Peter Sanders will be giving a talk on his new book Heaven, Earth, and the Ten Thousand Things, a landmark visual story of Islam in China.

Food Village: Embark on a global culinary journey with an array of food vendors offering cultural flavours from all over the world. We are currently looking for more vendors to join us, particularly those who can offer affordable and varied cuisines.

Funfair: A lively and entertaining funfair for all ages.

With an expected attendance of around 18,000 people, this event promises to be a vibrant celebration of the community's diversity.