Experience the vibrant fusion of African and Scottish traditions at the Afro-Scot Cultural Expo 24, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of both communities through music, dance, and art!
Join Eunice Olumide as she judges at the first Scottish Ethnic Minority Festival and watch the live premiere of her new movie, Secret Lives: The Untold Story of British Hip Hop.
Discover the uniqueness of Mongol culture with Mongol Identity, a nonprofit dedicated to promoting the rich history, language, and traditions of the Mongol people while fostering intercultural understanding and diversity.
| Position | Time | Activities |
|---|---|---|
| Front stage | 11:30 - 12:00 PM | Welcome & Registration |
| 12:00 - 12:30 PM | 1 Blud Crew Salsa and Zumba Warm-up session | |
| 12:30 - 2:00 PM | Hossanah Music Band (1.5 hrs - ends at 2:00 PM) | |
| Centre stage | 12:30 - 2:20 PM |
Opening Ceremony 12:30 - 12:40 PM: Keynote speech by a Minister & Manira Ahmad 12:40 - 2:20 PM: Hossanah Music (ends at 2:20 PM) |
| 2:20 - 2:30 PM | Introduction to the SEMFEST 24 Theme & Activities | |
| Back of hall | 1:00 - 6:00 PM |
Bazaar & Exhibition Music Performance by DJ, Esosa, and Demmy Flavour Bazaar Exhibition |
| Front left of stage | 2:30 - 3:30 PM |
Ethnic Minority Games Music Underplay Ayo Games Competition, Draught Games Competition, Ludo Games Competition, Chess Games Competition |
| 3:30 - 3:45 PM | Winners' Recognitions | |
| Front right of stage | 3:45 - 4:45 PM |
Speed Dating Music Performance by Esosa (Solos and Serenade) 3:45 - 4:40 PM: Speed Dating for participants 4:40 - 4:50 PM: Interview with participants 4:50 - 5:00 PM: Performance - Esther Dada Confirmed |
| Front of stage | 5:00 - 6:00 PM |
Cultural Parade and Gele Competition 5:00 - 5:30 PM: Showcase of traditional attires, music & cultural expression from Pakistan, India, Nigeria, Ghana, Chinese (Lok Pui) 5:30 - 6:00 PM: Gele Competition by Madam Timi |
| Front of stage | 6:00 - 6:30 PM |
Live Cultural Performances and Open Talent Show 6:00 - 6:10 PM: Performance by Beautiful Gate Band 6:10 - 6:20 PM: Performance by Aishwarya 6:20 - 6:30 PM: Performance by Kesava |
| Front of stage | 7:30 - 9:00 PM |
Open Stage - Talent Show 7:30 - 7:45 PM: Brown Kid Confirmed 7:45 - 8:00 PM: Rodie 8:00 - 8:15 PM: Segun 8:15 - 8:30 PM: Paque 8:30 - 8:45 PM: Rudy King Bantu and 1Blud Crew |
| Front of stage | 8:45 - 10:30 PM |
DJ & Contemporary Music 8:45 - 9:00 PM: Enjoy lively DJ sessions featuring global music. 9:00 - 10:30 PM: Dance |
| Front of stage | 10:30 - 10:45 PM |
Closing Remarks & Final Dance Jam Chairperson gives closing remarks. A final dance session where everyone can join in and celebrate the day! |
