Join the Bradford South Asian Festival for Shadmanny!, a joyful weekend celebrating the colour, music, and traditions of South Asian weddings. Expect a full-on desi takeover of Bradford Arts Centre with vibrant workshops, performances, and film screenings for all ages.

Saturday highlights include:

• Festival Parade with dhol drummers and dancing – 12:00

• Mehndi Masterclass with Sonia Fayyaz (£10) – 12:30

• Gajra Making Workshop – 13:00

• Little Foodies tasting session – 13:30

• Antakshari Singalong – 14:30

• Bollywood Dance Session – 18:00

• Sing-Along-A-DDLJ screening of Dilwale Dulhania Le Jayenge – 19:30

Sunday highlights include:

• My Big Fat Desi Wedding – Behind the Dazzle talk – 11:00

• Mehndi Masterclass with Sonia Fayyaz (£10) – 11:30

• Arts and Crafts Drop-In – 12:00

• Gajra Making Workshop – 13:00

• Rangoli Workshop with Savita Suresh – 13:00

• Aap Ki Hai Meherbaani storytelling session – 15:00

• Festival Film Finale screening of Band Baaja Baaraat – 17:30

Plus drop-in activities, food stalls, and family-friendly fun throughout the weekend. Come dressed for celebration and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and stories of South Asian shaadi culture.

Explore the full programme at: bdartscentre.co.uk/whats-on/events/