Asian business Chamber announces stellar events line up for 2026

The Asian Business Chamber of Commerce has announced the festival event lineup for 2026.

The three events will focus around Eid, Vaisakhi, and Diwali covering key highlights in the South Asian calendar.

The Vaisakhi celebration, where Sikhs around the world honour the work of farmers and prays for future prosperity, will take place on 22 April at the National Conference Centre near Solihull from 6 pm onwards.

The Eid celebration will take place on 4 June at the National Conference Centre. Also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, this is one of the most important Islamic holidays. It also marks the end of Hajj, the annual pilgrimage to Mecca.

Birmingham City Football Club will host the Diwali Celebrations on 12 November. Diwali – the festival of light - celebrates the victory of good over evil and light over darkness and is a time of year when families, friends and communities come together in a spirit of celebration and joy. It is an important celebration among Hindus, Sikhs and Jains.

Lillian Elekan, Greater Birmingham Chambers of Commerce director of membership, said: “These celebrations reflect the rich cultural and faith diversity that is at the heart of Birmingham’s business and community landscape.

“By bringing together Eid, Vaisakhi and Diwali events across the year, the Asian Business Chamber of Commerce is creating meaningful opportunities for communities, businesses and families to connect, learn and celebrate together.

“Each festival represents shared values of generosity, resilience and hope, and we are proud to support initiatives that strengthen understanding and inclusion across our region.”