The 2026 Hunslet Festival AGM will take place on Friday (25 September) at 7:30pm at The Hunslet Club Sports Village (off The Oval, LS10 2AT). Venue map: maps.app.goo.gl/PhcQuxzJvyq9hWj47
The organising team warmly welcomes local residents, community groups and stakeholders to come along, share ideas, and help shape the future of the Festival.
This year’s Festival was the third delivered by the new organising team, who have worked hard to build on the strong foundations of this long‑established event while introducing fresh ideas and new energy. You can read a full round‑up of the successful 2026 Festival here: southleedslife.com/hunslet-festival-2026-in-words-and-pictures
The AGM will be an opportunity to:
- Hear a report on this year’s activity
- Reflect on what worked well
- Share early thoughts for the 2027 event
- Offer feedback, suggestions and new ideas
If you plan to attend, please get in touch using the contact details below.
Committee Chair Ben Hutchinson adds:
“I love this event and I love this community. Hunslet Festival is a great celebration of all the talent and qualities Hunslet holds. There are great foundations here and the potential to evolve the Festival over the upcoming years is massive.
“The event is FOR this community and we are keen to hear YOUR feedback and ideas of how it can be developed and improved. All suggestions very welcome and will help shape our plans for 2027 and beyond!”
To find out more or to let us know you’re attending, contact Ben Hutchinson on 07419 366 058 or hunsletfestival@gmail.com, or visit the Hunslet Festival website or Facebook page.
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