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SUMMARY:Crafted with Courage Outdoor Market
DESCRIPTION:Crafted with Courage is a vibrant craft market coordinated by ACH\, featuring 12 talented refugee artisans from Sudan\, Hong Kong\, Ukraine and beyond. \nDiscover handmade candles\, crochet toys\, resin keychains\, and unique accessories\, each item telling a story of creativity and new beginnings. \nWhen: Tuesday 16 June 2026\, 10am – 3pm \nWhere: St Nicholas Market\, Corn St\, Bristol BS1 1HT
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/crafted-with-courage-outdoor-market/
LOCATION:St Nicholas Market\, Corn St\, Bristol\, BS1 1HT
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SUMMARY:Aid Box Community Hub Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Join Aid Box Community for their ABC Hub Open Day\, as they approach their one-year anniversary in their new St Andrews premises! \nThis is a brilliant opportunity to step inside and experience how the Hub has grown and evolved over the past year. \nThe ABC team will be on hand to answer questions\, share insights into ongoing projects\, and highlight the impact the Hub has within the wider community. \nEnjoy a relaxed evening with cake and snacks as ABC mark the milestones of their first year here and look ahead to what’s next. \nWhen: Wednesday 17 June 2026\, 3pm – 6.30pm \nWhere: Aid Box Community Hub\, St Bart’s Parish Hall\, Sommerville Rd\, Bristol BS6 5BX
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/aid-box-community-hub-open-day/
LOCATION:Aid Box Community Hub\, St Bart's Parish Hall\, Sommerville Road\, Bristol\, BS6 5BX
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SUMMARY:Lunchtime Lecture: Across Mountains\, Land and Sea
DESCRIPTION:Mir Rahimi is a dedicated advocate for peace\, justice and human rights. Born in Afghanistan\, he moved to the UK in 2001 as a child refugee and went on to earn a master’s degree in political theory from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) in 2011. He will be in conversation\, discussing his book Across Mountains\, Land and Sea: One Boy’s Extraordinary Journey. \nAbout the book: The extraordinary and uplifting true story of one boy’s journey across the world to escape death\, war and destruction\, and his inspiring life spent trying to help refugees and displaced people find safety and security against all odds. \nMore about the author here: https://mir-rahimi.com/ \nThe Lunchtime Lectures take place in the front foyer of the library. \nWhen: Thursday 18 June 2026\, 12.30pm – 13.30pm \nWhere: Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, City Centre\, Bristol BS1 5TL
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/lunchtime-lecture-across-mountains-land-and-sea/
LOCATION:Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, College Green\, Bristol\, BS1 5TL
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SUMMARY:The Paper Cinema: Journeys
DESCRIPTION:Come and join the unique live animation company The Paper Cinema for the work in progress showing of a brand new piece created in partnership with people seeking refuge in the UK. \nUsing live music and their projected illustrations\, The Paper Cinema tell the tales of three journeys to find safety\, travelling across land\, sea and air. Over several months\, The Paper Cinema worked with groups involved with Bridges for Communities\, sharing stories\, drawing together and pulling together a story that weaves together shared experiences. \nFollowing the 20 minute performance\, there will be a chance to feedback your ideas and speak to the people who shared their stories\, and those who created the piece. \nWhen: Thursday 18 June 2026\, 7pm – 8pm \nWhere: Arnolfini\, 16 Narrow Quay Bristol BS1 4QA \nTickets: £8 / £12
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/the-paper-cinema-journeys/
LOCATION:Arnolfini\, BS1 4QA
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SUMMARY:Noman’s Night Flight
DESCRIPTION:A continuation of Bristol Sanctuary Theatre’s performance Noman’s Land\, first presented at Bristol Beacon. \nThis visually striking performance follows Noman\, a refused asylum seeker\, on a surreal journey towards an imagined land of hope and despair. As past and present collide\, he encounters fellow travellers\, ghosts\, and shifting realities. \nNoman’s Night Flight gives voice to lived experiences of displacement\, revealing the humanity that connects us all. \nWhen: Thursday 18 June 2026\, 7pm – 8.30pm \nWhere: UWE Theatre at Bower Ashton\, UWE Bristol\, Kennel Lodge Rd\, Bristol BS3 2JT
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/nomans-night-flight/
LOCATION:UWE Theatre\, Bower Ashton\, UWE Bristol\, Kennel Lodge Road\, Bristol\, BS3 2JT
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SUMMARY:Women’s Craft Club Special
DESCRIPTION:Join Arnolfini for a special Women’s Craft Club event! \nExplore traditional textile craft led by a Ukrainian artist and maker Svitlana Trygub. You’ll be guided through felt sewing and embroidery techniques while creating decorative pieces based on Ukrainian floral motifs—symbols often associated with protection and storytelling. \nLearn about Ukrainian embroidery traditions and the symbols that appear in traditional folk designs in a relaxed and creative environment that encourages connection through craft. \nFree. No need to book\, just drop in. \nAll materials provided\, including knitting\, crochet\, embroidery\, fabrics\, jewellery making and more. \nThese workshops are open\, inclusive and a celebration of community through creativity. \nAbout Svitlana Trygub \nSvitlana is a textile craft maker originally from Ukraine. Her work is inspired by Ukrainian folk traditions\, particularly the art of embroidery and handmade decorative objects. Svitlana is also a volunteer with Bridges for Communities’ ‘Stitching Together’ project. \nWhen: Friday 19 June 2026\, 11am to 1pm \nWhere: Arnolfini\, 16 Narrow Quay\, Bristol\, Avon\, BS1 4QA
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/womens-craft-club-special-2/
LOCATION:Arnolfini\, BS1 4QA
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SUMMARY:Island of Strangers – Film Screening
DESCRIPTION:Bristol Central Library presents four captivating 15‑minute films\, created by The Daily Mirror in 2024 – 2025\, celebrating the remarkable strength\, warmth and resilience found in communities across the UK. \nTogether\, the films invite us to reflect on the powerful question: are we an island of strangers — or a nation of neighbours? \nMore details about the films here: https://refugeeweek.org/host-a-screening-island-of-strangers/ \nThe library will be open. Arrive at the First Floor Meeting Room (just off the PC area) from 17:15 for a 17:30 start. There will be a short time for discussion about the topics before the event finishes at 18:45. The library then closes at 19:00. \nFree entry but please book to help the library have a sense of numbers. \nWhen: Friday 19 June 2026\, 5.30pm – 6.30pm \nWhere: Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, City Centre\, Bristol BS1 5TL
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/island-of-strangers-film-screening/
LOCATION:Bristol Central Library\, Deanery Road\, College Green\, Bristol\, BS1 5TL
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SUMMARY:Home from Home
DESCRIPTION:Experience the soulful sound of the bağlama\, the heartbeat of Turkish folk music\, with singer/ musician Ozcan Ates\, accompanied by three UK based musicians. The evening will be hosted by Michael Loader of Somerset Storyfest. There will be food\, time to talk\, stalls and most importantly community and connection. \nWhen: Friday 19 June 2026\, 6.30pm – 8.30pm \nWhere: Curzon Cinema and Arts\, 46 Old Church Road\, Clevedon\, BS21 6NN \nTickets: Free / £2 / £4 / £6 / £8 / £15
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/home-from-home/
LOCATION:Curzon Cinema\, Curzon Cinema and Arts\, 46 Old Church Road\, Clevedon\, Bristol\, BS21 6NN
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SUMMARY:Celebrating Sanctuary in College Green
DESCRIPTION:Our annual flagship event and festival finale showcasing Bristol refugee talent with live performances\, activities\, games\, kids area\, trade stalls and delicious food. \nBring your friends and family for a great day out! \nWhen: Sunday 21 June 2026\, 12.30pm – 6pm \nWhere: College Green\, Bristol
URL:https://www.bristolrefugeefestival.org/event/celebrating-sanctuary-in-college-green/
LOCATION:At City Hall. College Green\, Bristol BS15TR.
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