Businesses and charities will join to champion equality, diversity and inclusion at the 2026 East Midlands Celebration of Culture and Communities.
In its 6th year, the event returns to Athena Leicester on April 24th with tickets and table reservations now on sale.
The event has become a cornerstone of the East Midlands calendar, celebrating the people, businesses and charities that make the region a vibrant place to live and work. Leaders, innovators and community champions come together to share the celebration. In 2025 the event broke records with 500 attendees.
Live performances confirmed so far include carnival band Xtreme and DJ The Old Boy, with more artist announcements expected as the event approaches. Cuisine will be provided by Sanjay Foods, offering a three-course dining experience.
2026 headline partners are De Montfort University, emh Group, Randalsun Capital and Business 2 Business, alongside associate partners Barclays, Nelsons, PPL PRS, Assured Energy, Sanjib 8 and Sanjay Foods.
The event is delivered in conjunction with events and marketing company Sanjib 8. Managing Director Sanjib Sahota said: “The Celebration of Culture and Communities has now become one of the most popular events in the East Midlands.
“I would like to thank all the businesses, charities and people that ensure this event is a success. Your support is an example of what can be achieved when we are synergised and energised with a common purpose – to celebrate and recognise the positive contributions that people, businesses, charities, and communities make to our daily lives. Diversity is our region’s strength, and we are stronger together.”
Barclays Head of Mid Corporate Amit Sonpal said: “We are absolutely delighted that Barclays are the Community Partner for this amazing event. This event aligns with our continuous commitment and values in supporting our clients, the businesses and people that make this region thrive and prosper.”
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