Diwali Weekend Celebrations with Saturday Evening Opening
On Saturday 14 November experience music, performances and Diwali lights after sunset with evening opening until 7pm. Across the whole weekend, uncover Diwali inspired cuisine, craft, decorations and storytelling sessions.
- Booking not needed
- Admission applies
At this last weekend of Diwali at Kedleston, discover beautifully dressed interiors draped in textiles, crafted with marigold rangolis, and adorned with twinkling diya lamps.
During Saturday 14 November, on this special date of Diwali programming, uncover Kedleston Hall’s historic interiors and sculptures aglow with light projections after dark. Across this celebratory and uplifting day of musical events, enjoy expressive South Asian dance, performance and food including sitar, bansuri flute and tabla live instrumental performances.
Whilst for families for the whole of the weekend, join hosted storytelling sessions and crafting opportunities including nature lanterns, paper marigolds and ribbon wall hangings.
Crazi Jalfrezi will be serving a range of curries and snacks in the stableyard on this weekend - where there is outdoor seating and tables.
Times
The basics
- Accessibility
Accessible parking and toilet available. Some surfaced paths accessible by wheelchair. Level access to restaurant and ground floor of Hall, wheelchair available for use. First floor access to Hall via flight of stairs.
- Suitability for children
Children must be accompanied by an adult.
- What to bring and wear
Please wear layers appropriate for a cool mansion house in autumn.
- Other
This event is free, but normal admission charges apply for the venue.
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