The Leamington Peace Festival on 13-14 June is approaching fast and we have a lot of exciting news coming your way… On 5^th June a Battle of the Bands competition will determine which local act opens the festival. Due to an overwhelming amount of local talent combined with our desire to nurture a thriving music scene, this will be a fantastic way to kick- start the festival fever!

And hot of the press we are very proud to announce the presence of a Solar Cinema at the Peace Festival for the first time ever. The cinema will be housed in a large geodome built by members of the Canalside Community Food Project. Constructed of locally sourced recycled and renewable materials the power for the cinema and sound system will come from both solar panels and a wind turbine. The popular new film ‘Age of Stupid’ starring Pete Postlethwaite will be screening on both days, so look out for updates and get to the cinema early to secure your seat!

As a FREE festival, we need a lot of help and we are now looking for enthusiastic people to volunteer at the weekend. The main aim of the day is to ensure everything flows properly and most importantly that people are having fun. This is a great way to help out in a unique community event, meet new people and really get your hands dirty. If you are interested email info@peacefestival.org.uk or phone 0845 3884207 before 1^st June and we will send you further information.

The official video for the Peace Festival 2009 has been launched and can be viewed at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SUueTm2Bh-8. Created by a Leamington student, it illuminates the festival vibe in a nutshell. If you fancy yourself as a creative wizard, then we are looking your way to design next year’s video. Any suggestions you have, simply get in touch info@peacefestival.org.uk.The date is approaching fast and the heat is rising as we create a Peace Festival you will never forget!

Thanks to everyone involved in this years Peace Festival! On the whole is was a great success, with thousands of people attending and enjoying the sunshine.
Next year's Festival will be the 19 & 20 June 2010, anyone interested in getting involved should contact the Committee on info@peacefestival.org.uk
Have a fantastic summer!

Thanks to everyone involved in this years Peace Festival! On the whole is was a great success, with thousands of people attending and enjoying the sunshine.
Next year's Festival will be the 19 & 20 June 2010, anyone interested in getting involved should contact the Committee on info@peacefestival.org.uk
Have a fantastic summer!

On Friday night eight young acts played to three judges and a very enthusiastic audience at the Band Factory in Leamington. With fantastic performances all round it was a close call and tough decisions were made by the judges. In the end Heroin Hospital and Hang the DJ were chosen and they will open the Festival at 11am on both Saturday and Sunday next week. With the date drawing closer the event was a great way to kick start the pre- festival fever....Leamington Peace Festival will be with us in 6 days!!!!

The official programme for Leamington Peace Festival 2009 is now with us....check it out at www.dmac.co.uk/pf/prog-09.pdf. It's jam packed, bringing fun, excitment and inspiring ideas your way.

Also check out the programme for the Dance Display area using the above link. A brand new space for this year which includes belly shakers, indian dancers, street style break dance and capoeria displays.....a fresh vibe that should not be missed!