There's just over two weeks to go until a free-to-enter autumnal event in Macclesfield.

As the season changes, so too does the events calendar, with lots more events indoors as the weather gets cooler.

And the Macclesfield World Harvest Festival will take place on Saturday, September 7 2024.

This upcoming celebration will feature creative workshops, traditional cuisines, and a rich display of music and arts, representing the wonderful diversity of our community.

The event is free to attend.

It promises to be a fantastic opportunity to connect, learn, and enjoy the cultural wealth that attracts us to Macclesfield.

Organisers have described the event as 'vibrant'.

Michelle Brown is a volunteer for the World Harvest Festival Team Macclesfield.

"The project, 'Get to know your neighbour,' aims to weave together the diverse tapestry of Macclesfield's community with a world Harvest festival celebrating art, music and food," she said.

Other events will also be happening over the town.

"This initiative will not only celebrate our differences but also stitch us closer together, fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation of our neighbours, by preserving and passing on traditional skills, enhancing community engagement, and showcasing our collective creativity from cultures around the world.

"We are honoured to have the support from Macclesfield Town Council, Art Space, St. Michael's Church, the United Reform Church, St. Peter's Church, The Silk Museum, as well as Silk Life Church."

Events will be happening all over town on September 7, but the main host venue is the United Reform Church.

A Ukrainian art workshop is part of the event. (Image - Macclesfield Nub News)

There will be two creative workshops at the Silk Museum Park Ln, Macclesfield SK11 6TJ. 1pm-3pm. These are:

·    Creative Macrame & Workshop with Natural Materials. With Ukrainian Artist Inna Lymar.

·    Ukrainian Petrykivka Painting Workshop with artist Valeria Leonova. This workshop needs to be booked via the barcode on the attached flyer.

There is one creative workshop at St Michael's Church on the lawn. Market Pl, Macclesfield SK10 1DY. 1pm - 1:45pm, being Tai Chi with Xianglin.

Tai Chi with Xianglin will also be held at the United Reformed Church. Park Grn, Macclesfield, SK11 7NA. 2:15pm - 3pm.

At the nearby Townley Hall, Townley Street SK11 6HZ. 1:30pm - 3pm, there will be an African Drumming and dance class, bringing the sunny shores of Africa to Cheshire through dance and song.

And there is the main event, the World Harvest Festival at the United Reformed Church. Park Grn, Macclesfield, SK11 7NA. 3pm-7pm.

"Get ready for a vibrant day at the World Harvest Festival," added Michelle.

"We're thrilled to invite you to a celebration of diversity through music, dance, art, and crafts and traditional food. It's happening at the United Reformed Church, Park Green, Macclesfield, SK11 7NA, from 3pm to 7pm. 

"Your participation means a lot to us, and any donations received will fund creative art classes in local schools, fostering cultural awareness and unity among students.

"We are looking forward to celebrating with you."

You can find more about the annual event on Facebook.

The upcoming event also has a webpage.