Official Launch Dinner Reception

The official launch dinner reception marks the opening of the Spirit of Pakistan Festival 2026, bringing together civic leaders, business fi gures, cultural ambassadors, artists, dignitaries and community stakeholders from across the United Kingdom.

Guests will enjoy an exclusive preview of the Festival programme taking place across Birmingham from 1–15 August 2026, celebrating British Pakistani heritage, culture, creativity and community. The evening will include a special tribute to the late Councillor Waseem Zaffar, whose vision and leadership established the Festival as a signifi cant cultural platform for Birmingham..