Two legends – Selda Bağcan and Moğollar – to headline 30th Day-Mer Festival

1st July 2019 , By T-VINE

Two legends – Selda Bağcan and Moğollar – to headline 30th Day-Mer Festival

Celebrating its 30^thanniversary this year, Day-Mer’s work supporting Turkish and Kurdish communities in Britain remains as valid as ever. It’s also the organiser of the UK’s oldest Turkish festival.

This year’s festival promises to be the biggest yet, with two icons of Turkish music headlining: psychedelic folk singer Selda Bağcan and Anatolian rock legends Moğollar.

The all-day event starts at midday and entrance is free. Other attractions include photography exhibition, and food, art and crafts stalls too.

Festival details

Event: 30^thDay-Mer Festival

Date: Sunday 7 July 2019

Start Time: 12 Noon

Venue: Clissold Park, Green Lanes, Stoke Newington, London N16 9HJ

Tickets & Info:Free Admission. For further information visit: www.daymer.orgor contact: Turkish & Kurdish Community Centre on: 020 7275 8440 / info@daymer.org

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