Ankara Festival UK
2026
Highlights
Saturday 10 October 2026 · Porchester Hall, London
The Evening
An Unforgettable Night
The 18th anniversary edition of Ankara Festival UK brought together designers, performers, award recipients and guests for a celebration of African fashion, culture and diaspora excellence.
From the runway to the stage, every moment reflected the richness and creativity of the African diaspora.
Runway & Designers
Where Heritage Meets the Catwalk
A curated showcase of African and diaspora designers whose collections fused cultural heritage with bold contemporary vision — celebrating the richness of African textile traditions on the runway.
Official runway photography will be published here.
Cultural Performances
The Stage
Live music and dance brought the cultural heart of the festival to life — celebrating the depth and diversity of the African diaspora through performance.
Official performance photography and video will be published here.
Diaspora Excellence Awards 2026
Recognising Excellence
The Diaspora Excellence Awards celebrated outstanding individuals who have made a significant contribution to African culture, community and enterprise. Recipient profiles and presentation photography will be published here.
2026 Award Recipients
Confirmed recipient profiles and award photography will be published here. Official announcements will be made via our social media channels.
Official Highlight Film
Relive the Evening
The official highlight film from Ankara Festival UK 2026 will be available here.
Event Photography
Moments from the Evening
A selection of photographs from Ankara Festival UK 2026.
Full gallery and official photography will be published here.
What's Next
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