The Holburne Museum announces Festival of Light

The Holburne Museum is thrilled to announce its upcoming Up Late event: the Festival of Light, taking place on Friday 25 October at 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm held throughout the museum and its garden.

What to Expect!
By honouring all things light and joyful we mark Diwali, the Hindu Festival of Lights, that will be celebrated on Friday 1 November 2024.
This fun-filled event promises to captivate you with an array of entertainment that will be enjoyed by all ages! Start the evening with some creative workshops followed by pop-up food stalls, screening of Joyland film (2022, Age rating 15) by Aakanksha Lekharaju, and a captivating Indian dance performance by Odissi Dancer Dakshina Raghavendr. For our grand finale, join us at the museum garden to watch a spectacular fire dancing show (starting at 8:30pm)!
Attendees of our FREE creative workshop will have the opportunity to make decorative light-up flowers inspired by the neon illuminations of Chila Kumari Singh Burman that adorn the
museum’s facade. In our pre-booked family workshop (£3.00) get festival ready by creating decorative garlands made from beads and textile materials.
To guarantee your spot on the decorative garland making workshop (only a limited number of spaces available so get them whilst you still can!) click on the link below. Pre booking is essential
 
Alongside these workshops, a variety of food and drink will be available to purchase from food stalls run on site by Sepoy club and Maya, and a local Indian chef, Krishnaa Shyam Sundar, from 5:00 – 8:00 pm.
Holburne’s Festival of Light is an inclusive event and welcomes people of all ages and backgrounds, so whether you’re a frequent visitor to the Holburne, or wanting to come and explore for the first time, this event is the perfect opportunity to connect, learn and celebrate together!

Enjoy FREE admission to ALL our Exhibitions
Explore our latest temporary exhibition: Uncanny Visions: Paula Rego and Francisco de Goya
and our permanent collection for FREE (no need to book!) for the duration of the event.

Key Information
•    When: Friday 25 October at 5:00 pm – 9:00 pm
•    Where to find us: The Holburne Museum, Great Pulteney Street, Bath, BA2 4DB (limited on-site parking available)
•   Book here