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The Drum in partnership with the Perry Barr Arts Forum presents Simmer Down Festival at Handsworth Park

  • Sat 17 Jul, 12pm - 6pm
  • Admission Free
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Tippa Irie, Tenna Starr and local Bob Marley tribute band The Legend will headline an afternoon of FREE entertainment alongside a host of local musicians at Handsworth Park.

Compere:
Lee Alexander (Reggae Roots)

Main stage (1pm-6pm)                                                                                      Tenna Starr
Dahool (Kurdish Ensemble)
Ngama (Zimbabwean band)
Legend (Bob Marley & The Wailers tribute act)
Skibbu
Yax Alexander (reggae artists)
Abel Well (reggae band)
King Mall (bhangra star)
The Note Benders (jazz goup)
Friendly Fire (reggae bands)

Bring your family and a picnic and join us for the day! With arts workshops, community information stalls, a participatory dance event and a jerk cook-out contest.

Then it's Back to The Drum for the offical after party, with sound systems, DJs and special guests. Hosted by Wassifa Sound 9pm -2am, £5 (£7 on the door).

Supported by Birmingham City Council and Birmingham Cultural Partnership