London Borough of Culture themes

Haringey is vibrant, it is where creativity is born and where global stars perform. A place buzzing with art and culture – on our streets, in our parks, museums, libraries, arts venues, food markets, homes and in our stories – it is everywhere. Culture and creativity is in our DNA.

We based our bid on six key themes which demonstrate our core values and that will steer our London Borough of Culture year, ensuring it is accessible, inclusive and impactful.

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We are rebels

Our working-class history champions change-makers, pioneers and everyday rebels, revelling in and learning from our differences, battling discrimination, championing equality and doing things in our own unique way.

We are vibrant

We are home to incredible people and creative entrepreneurs that make up our cultural communities and organisations; with local, national and international reach and profile.

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We welcome

The diversity and representation on every street, in every story and in every rhythm pulses through the heart of Haringey; across live venues, studios, festivals, stadiums, in our parks and in our schools. From underground talent to world-renowned stars, our rich identity plays a vital role on local and global stages.

We connect

We speak 180 languages and diaspora is our heartbeat. Exemplified in our incredible and renowned food culture - on show from Green Lanes to West Green Road and beyond. We will celebrate and elevate our migration stories.

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We are open

This is the right time for Haringey. We are ready, committed and hungry for a celebration of us in our London Borough of Culture year, a rallying point to raise awareness, joy and pride.

We are on an adventure

We are ready for an adventure - a cultural exchange, bringing together our wealth of talent, ambition and creativity.

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From intimate gatherings to arena events, on estates and through airwaves, from dusk to dawn - our London Borough of Culture year will cut across art forms, generations, spaces and places - showcasing our rebels, breaking boundaries… defying definition.