Exeter Respect Festival

Exeter Respect Festival The official account of the Exeter Respect Festival celebrating diversity. ALL DIFFERENT, ALL EQUAL

The Respect ethos is a simple one: racism and prejudice often spring from fear, and fear is often based on ignorance, so let's overcome ignorance by getting to know one another and sharing not shunning our cultures. One of the best ways to get to know someone is to enjoy yourself with them, hence our celebratory event and adoption of the old Commission for Racial Equality slogan: All Different, Al

l Equal! The first Exeter Respect festival took place in 1997 and there has been a celebration virtually every year since then. From 2003 to 2008 Exeter Respect's biggest event was at Exeter Phoenix Arts Centre, but from 2009 to the present day our focus has been a giant two day free festival in Belmont Park, with a footfall of around 20,000 people every year.

18/01/2025

𝗘𝘅𝗲𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 🎉
After an incredible Exeter Respect Festival in 2024, we’re back and set to make 2025 even better! Join us for a weekend celebrating diversity, culture, and community on Saturday and Sunday, June 7-8, 2025. This annual highlight of Exeter’s calendar promotes equality and inclusivity through a vibrant array of activities and performances.

𝗗𝗮𝘁𝗲𝘀: 𝗦𝗮𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗝𝘂𝗻𝗲 𝟳-𝟴, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱
𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗕𝗲𝗹𝗺𝗼𝗻𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗸

What to Expect:

· 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰: Enjoy an eclectic mix of music from local and international artists, covering genres that span the globe.
· 𝗗𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀: Be mesmerized by traditional and contemporary dance acts, showcasing the rich cultural heritage of our diverse community.
· 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀: Participate in interactive workshops, learn new skills, and engage with community-led activities designed for all ages.
· 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗖𝗿𝗮𝗳𝘁 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘀: Savour delicious global cuisines and browse unique crafts from local artisans.
· 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆-𝗙𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗹𝘆 𝗙𝘂𝗻: With activities tailored for children and families, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
· 𝗗𝗼𝗴𝘀 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲: One of the most asked questions from 2024! Well-behaved dogs are welcome on leads, so feel free to bring your furry friends along for the fun.
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Don’t miss out on a weekend filled with joy, unity, and cultural celebration. If you loved 2024, you’ll be blown away by what’s in store for Exeter Respect Festival 2025! Mark your calendars now!

Exeter Respect Festival 2025Our first community meeting event everyone welcome to meet the team and have a say. Open mic...
13/01/2025

Exeter Respect Festival 2025
Our first community meeting event everyone welcome to meet the team and have a say. Open mic of poetry with our local poet James Turner and many others and Ric White and many others.
We would like to thank Award for All Community Fund and Devon Community Foundation for their grants.
All different All Equal!

19/12/2024
Exeter Respect TeamWe wish all our communities a Happy Merry Christmas. We are at St.sidwell's Community Centre, celebra...
19/12/2024

Exeter Respect Team
We wish all our communities a Happy Merry Christmas. We are at St.sidwell's Community Centre, celebrating our hard works of our volunteers, who are backbone of our partners St.sidwell's Community Centre and Exeter Respect Festival.
All different All equal!

07/11/2024

Hey everybody.. we’re running another Respect Cinema event at Studio 74 and are looking for films around themes of inclusion, identity, prejudice, community and multiculturalism. 🙌🏼🌟🎬

Exeter Respect Festival
Exeter Phoenix
Exeter Phoenix Digital
Wiseman Productions Video

Exeter Respect Festival 2025Welcome to the 28th anniversary to apply to perform, to have a stall and  volunteer. Open ou...
06/10/2024

Exeter Respect Festival 2025
Welcome to the 28th anniversary to apply to perform, to have a stall and volunteer. Open our website: www.exeter-respect.org
Then click on enquires lead you to all forms. The theme for 2025 is 'Be the Changes Harmony and Peace Between Communities'. We stand together for peace and harmony against al forms of prejudice and racism.
Contact us if you wish at
[email protected]
All different All equal!!

24/08/2024

Exeter Respect Festival 2025
Already we are meeting our artists. At Exeter City High Street we have met Andréas Day a saint lucian born musician with style rhythm and energy bringing warm welcome to Exeter Respect Festival 2025 on Saturday 7th &Sunday 8th June 2025.
All different All Equal

09/08/2024

F-E-A-R
"F-E-A-R" may be just four letters, but it carries profound significance in how we navigate life's challenges. It presents us with a choice: do we succumb to fear's grip, fleeing from adversity in a panicked retreat? Or do we summon the courage to confront our fears head-on, rising above them with resilience and determination?

The first interpretation, "Forget Everything And Run," reflects a primal instinct ingrained in us as humans—the fight-or-flight response. When faced with danger or uncertainty, it's natural to feel a surge of fear urging us to flee, to seek safety in familiar surroundings or avoid discomfort at all costs. However, while running may offer temporary relief, it often leads to missed opportunities for growth and transformation.

On the other hand, "Face Everything And Rise" represents a mindset of courage, resilience, and empowerment. It's about confronting our fears with unwavering resolve, refusing to be paralyzed by doubt or uncertainty. When we choose to face our fears head-on, we open ourselves up to the possibility of growth, learning, and self-discovery. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, we emerge stronger, wiser, and more resilient than before.

Moreover, embracing the second interpretation of fear doesn't mean that we eliminate fear altogether. Instead, it means acknowledging fear's presence, but not allowing it to dictate our actions or define our potential. It's about cultivating a sense of inner strength and self-belief that enables us to navigate life's uncertainties with grace and courage.

Ultimately, the choice between "Forget Everything And Run" or "Face Everything And Rise" is ours to make. While the former may offer temporary relief, the latter holds the promise of growth, empowerment, and fulfillment. So, the next time fear rears its head, let's choose to face it with courage and resilience, knowing that on the other side lies the opportunity to rise above our limitations and soar to new heights.
Written by:Basil Muteli, Kenya

06/08/2024
At Exeter Respect Festival 2024Messages 'Universal Love' and 'One World One Love'At Exeter Respect Festival's Wall messa...
06/08/2024

At Exeter Respect Festival 2024
Messages 'Universal Love' and 'One World One Love'
At Exeter Respect Festival's
Wall messages an anonymous participant wrote on the wall 'Universal Love' this during the Festival on 8th &9th June 2024 at Belmont park. Many messages were highlighting our unity for peace and love. The messages from Garland Support Disability Services at the previous Festival wrote their messages to show that we do live in a society that bring joy and love. We are committed to stand firm to say No to all forms of prejudice, discrimination and racism.
'All Different all Equal'!

Filipino Sport FestThak you  Arlene Lewis Chair  Filipino Community Association for your kind invitation to Filipino Spo...
27/07/2024

Filipino Sport Fest
Thak you Arlene Lewis Chair Filipino Community Association for your kind invitation to Filipino Sport Fest. The event at Isca School and supported by Inclusive Exeter.
All different all Equal!

20/07/2024

Thanks to all who helped make Exeter Respect Festival 2024 such an incredible event!

More footage to follow very soon.

11/06/2024
11/06/2024

Exeter Respect Festival when Ava danced with an audience member, invited her up onto the stage.. Epic !!

11/06/2024

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