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Free Family Event in Cheltenham - The Holst 150 Birthday Party


Gustav Holst Cheltenham

Holst Birthplace Museum Hosts Free Event Celebrating Gustav Holst’s 150th Birthday

Cheltenham, 21 September 2024 – The Holst Birthplace Museum invites the community to celebrate Gustav Holst’s 150th birthday with a free, family-friendly event at Imperial Gardens. This unique occasion, held from 1 pm to 6 pm, will showcase a variety of musical performances and creative activities.

Musical Performances: Attendees can enjoy a diverse range of music on the Mars Stage, featuring classical, folk, and experimental genres. Performances include:

  • Cheltenham Silver Band
  • Cheltenham Philharmonic
  • Nethra Academy of Indian Dance

Art and Craft Workshops: Families will have the opportunity to engage in art and craft workshops from 2 pm to 5 pm in the Make, Create area. Activities include:

  • Cut-out lyrebird sculptures
  • Paper planets
  • Mural making
  • Letterpress printing

Holst’s Spaceship Earth: The event will also feature Holst’s Spaceship Earth, a multi-sensory creative technology experience. Visitors can explore:

  • Holst Spaceship Earth “Flower Power” Playtronica Synth
  • Holst Spaceship Earth “Transit of Venus” 360 Video Preview
  • SubPac Bass Sonic Feels
  • Holst Spaceship Earth Seed Planets

Picnic and Dining Options: Guests are encouraged to bring a picnic or enjoy food and drink from the many nearby cafes and restaurants around Imperial Square.

This celebration offers a fantastic day out for families and fans of Gustav Holst. For more information about the event, visit Holst Birthplace Museum.


Explore Gloucestershire
11 September 2024


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