Food
A Taste of the World
Discover the flavours, ingredients and culinary traditions of different countries. Food has a unique way of bringing people together, creating conversations and building connections.
Fylde Coast International Cultural Festival
Different Cultures. One Community. Endless Connections.
Celebrating Culture, Connecting Communities, Bringing People Together.
- Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.
- Discover. Experience. Celebrate. Belong.
- Learn Together. Celebrate Together. Grow Together.
- Different backgrounds. Shared experiences. Stronger communities.
Welcome to the Fylde Coast International Cultural Festival — A Celebration of the Diverse Cultures, Traditions and Communities That Make Our Region Special.
From colourful performances and traditional music to delicious food, beautiful clothing, languages and cultural experiences, our festival brings the world to the Fylde Coast.
Everyone is welcome. Everyone belongs.
One Festival. Many Cultures. One Community.
The Fylde Coast International Cultural Festival is more than just an event. It is a celebration of diversity, friendship and community spirit.
Bringing together communities from different backgrounds, nationalities and traditions, we create opportunities for people to discover, experience and appreciate cultures beyond their own.
Through interactive workshops, cultural activities and public celebrations, we encourage conversations, build friendships and promote understanding between communities.
Whether you are discovering a new culture or sharing your own heritage, there is something for everyone.
Experience Culture Through Four Key Themes
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ClothingTraditions Woven Together
Explore colourful traditional outfits, beautiful fabrics and the stories behind cultural clothing. Experience how different communities express their heritage and identity through fashion.
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LanguageConnecting Through Words
Learn greetings, discover different languages and experience the joy of communicating across cultures. Even a few words can open the door to new friendships.
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Heritage, Arts & MusicStories That Connect Us
Enjoy traditional dance, live music, creative arts and cultural performances. Discover the stories, customs and celebrations passed down through generations.
More Than Just a Festival
Bringing Communities Together All Year Round
Our vision goes beyond an annual celebration.
Throughout the year, we work with local community organisations, cultural groups, artists and volunteers to deliver welcoming cultural workshops and activities across the Fylde Coast.
These opportunities allow people of all ages and backgrounds to learn new skills, share traditions, meet new people and develop lasting friendships.
Participants will also have opportunities to showcase what they have learned during our festival celebrations.
Learn Together. Celebrate Together. Grow Together.
Celebrating Across the Fylde Coast
Our ambition is to make cultural celebrations accessible to communities throughout Blackpool, Fylde and Wyre.
By bringing activities and festival experiences into different towns and neighbourhoods, we want more people to take part, discover something new and feel connected to the wider community.
From our established celebrations in Blackpool to our developing festival programme in Wyre and ambitions for Fylde, we are building a shared cultural experience for the whole region.
- Established celebrations Blackpool
- Developing festival programme Wyre
- Ambitions Fylde
Why We Celebrate
We believe our differences should bring us together, not divide us.
At a time when communities can sometimes feel disconnected, cultural understanding and shared experiences are more important than ever.
Our Festival Aims To:
- Celebrate the rich cultural diversity of the Fylde Coast.
- Reduce social isolation and strengthen community connections.
- Challenge stereotypes and promote mutual respect.
- Create opportunities for children and young people to learn about different cultures.
- Give communities a platform to share their heritage and traditions.
- Build a stronger sense of belonging for everyone.
Different backgrounds. Shared experiences. Stronger communities.
Be Part of Something Special
There are many ways to get involved in the Fylde Coast International Cultural Festival.
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Community Groups & Cultural Organisations
Share your traditions, participate in workshops and represent your community during our celebrations.
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Performers & Artists
Showcase traditional music, dance, art or other cultural talents.
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Volunteers
Help us create memorable experiences and bring communities together.
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Schools & Young People
Discover different cultures through engaging and educational experiences.
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Businesses & Sponsors
Support a community initiative that celebrates diversity, inclusion and cultural understanding across the Fylde Coast.
Organised by Fylde Coast Hindu Society
The Fylde Coast International Cultural Festival is an initiative of Fylde Coast Hindu Society, a registered charity committed to promoting community cohesion, cultural understanding, inclusion and wellbeing.
Building on more than 25 years of community engagement and our successful Indian Cultural Festival celebrations in Blackpool, we are expanding our vision to bring even more cultures and communities together.
Charity Governance
Trustees
Guided by dedicated volunteer trustees and committee officers serving under registered charity standards (Charity No. 1166592).
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Mr Chirag Khajuria
Chairman
Mr Khajuria is current Chairman of Fylde Coast Hindu Society. He joined Fylde Coast Hindu Society around 7 years ago as a ordinary member. Due to his passion about community cohesion, he got involved with Executive committee of FCHS. He enjoys working with other organisations and schools to further his agenda of community cohesion. His hobbies are holidays, reading, tennis.
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Mrs Yugandhra Raut
Treasurer
I am a house wife and a mother of two kids living on the Fylde coast and interested in spreading the Indian culture by trying to inculcate it in to the new generation. Thats the main reason i decided to join this team of wonderful people with whom we can make a difference and take forward FCHS.
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Mr Reshpal Singh Bilkhu
Secretary
Mr Reshpal Singh Bilkhu have joined society for past few years. Due his generous nature & willingness to step in when required, he soon found his self taking the role of Secretary of Society. He plays vital role in achieving core objectives of society by involving himself with several community cohesion projects.
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Mrs Sheema Khajuria
Trustee
Mrs Sheema Khajuria started her journey with Fylde Coast Hindu Society around 7 years ago and her charming and friendly personality with dedication and hard work made her a perfect candidate to serve Fylde coast Hindu Society as a Trustee and one of the Executive committee member. She leads the organisations and development of Balvikas Activities. She is very interested in children’s cultural development and hence support FCHS in running Balvikas programme for children. Her hobbies including shopping.
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Mrs Amrik Bilkhu
Executive Committee Member
Mrs Bilkhu is a very active member of the society. She has been elected as Executive member for her enthusiastic support to Fylde coast Hindu society activities. Mrs Bilkhu has been involved with voluntary sector for many years and thus this work has become second nature to her.
Mrs Bilku works with people with learning difficulties and thus has got the appreciation for all in society. She stands for fairness for all and thus enables society to watch its obligation to be fair and just. Her new hobby “Gizmo” her beloved pet. -
Dr Lalitha Ganti
Executive Committee Member
Lived in Blackpool for more than 20 years
Community cohesion is the mantra for a happy and progressive neighbourhood
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Dr Manish Raut
Executive Committee Member
Sharing the ethos of working towards a cohesive society by been part of the FCHS
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Val Pruett
Executive Committee Member
Val Pruett...from Blackpool, attended Revoe school and the original Tyldesley school also known as Condor College. Retired civil servant.
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Kalpana Robinson
Executive Committee Member
I started Volunteering since 2014 with Victoria Hospital and Lancashire women’s centre and volunteered and then became member of FCHS. FCHS is organising lot of activities and prayer meeting to bring the community together and I am proud to be part of it.
In Blackpool we had Guest accommodation for 15 years. Prior to which My Carier started with Taj Group of Hotels in Bombay, Lake palace Udaipur Bangalore Delhi, Hyderabad as Executive Housekeeper
Then Joined Hilton International as Director Housekeeping and worked in different countries UAE, Oman, Malaysia, Carrabin etc
One Community. Many Cultures.
Be part of the Fylde Coast’s celebration of the world – on stage, in the kitchen, behind the scenes or in the crowd.