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The DekkerTones
The DekkerTones return to The Hat Factory for a party like you’ve never experienced this December! The DekkerTones are an 8-piece ska / reggae /

Urooj Ashfaq: How to be a Baddie
Edinburgh Comedy Awards Best Newcomer Urooj Ashfaq is back, but this time she’s different. No longer is she a good girl and a relatable comedian

Have a go: Woodblock Workshop
Join us to celebrate South Asian Heritage Month by exploring traditional South Asian art with our hands-on Woodblock Printing Workshop, where creativity meets culture! This

Sambroso All Stars
Is there a more iconic Cuban album than Buena Vista Social Club’s eponymous debut? Winning the Grammy for Best Traditional Tropical Latin Album, it remains

Family Silent Disco
🎉 Get Ready for the ULTIMATE FAMILY SILENT DISCO at HAT FACTORY in Luton! Dance together while everyone finds their perfect vibe - no dance

Ray Bradshaw: CODA
1 in 6 adults in the UK will lose their hearing in their lifetime; two of those are Ray Bradshaw’s parents. The multi award winning

Carnival Creativity
Join Chauntier, highly acclaimed costume designer and founder of the Lost in Paradise Carnival, in this hands-on workshop. Participants will be exploring the origins of

Black History Month Quiz 2025
Soul Cine & Heritage Associates join forces this October to bring you their Black History Month Quiz 2025 at the Hat Factory Arts Centre Luton

Upfront Comedy: October 25
Witty and urbane MR CEE introduces super smart Essex girl CHANTEL NASH, smooth and clever LATEEF LOVEJOY, and headliner, Britain’s Got Talent semi finalist, and

Being Black In Luton
Back by popular demand celebrating Black History, and continuing to drive open and meaningful conversations in Luton. This year we have partnered with Heritage Associates