The Windrush Concert

Sunday 21st June 2026

2CB3MKN Men, women and children from the Caribbean arrive at Southampton in 1962 at the invitation of the British Government to help with rebuilding Britain after World War II. These people became the Windrush Generation due to their treatment by the British Home Office under a hostile environment policy where employers and other organisations were required to ask for visas.

The Windrush Concert comes to the Broadway Theatre for a vibrant evening of music, culture and celebration, marking Windrush Day 2026 through the sounds and stories of a generation that shaped modern Britain.

 

Taking place on Sunday 21st June from 7:00pm to 10:00pm, the concert recreates the atmosphere of the traditional Windrush “front room”, capturing the music, memories and cultural influences that defined Caribbean life in the UK.

Hosted by Felicity Ethnic and Daddy Ernie, the event features live performances from the internationally renowned Freedom Band UK, performing classic songs from artists including Bob Marley, Desmond Dekker, Gregory Isaacs and many more. The programme reflects the rich musical heritage of the Windrush generation and its lasting influence on British culture.

Special guest performers include Melanie, original member of Me And You, alongside The Divettes, bringing additional energy and nostalgia to the evening’s line-up. The concert invites audiences to embrace the spirit of the era, with organisers encouraging attendees to wear retro outfits and come ready to dance.

Designed as both a celebration and a tribute, the event offers a welcoming space for families, friends and communities to come together and reflect on the cultural legacy of Windrush through music and shared experience.

With its combination of live performance, heritage and community atmosphere, The Windrush Concert 2026 provides a lively and meaningful way to honour one of the most important chapters in modern British history.

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