Labour festival

Labour festivals are some of the biggest political gatherings in Europe.

Often they are outdoors in the summer and (more akin to a Fête) they incorporate music (particularly brass band), parades, film, historical commemoration and food and drink.

One of the well-known ones is Durham Miners' Gala attended by some 100,000 attendees.

Some commemorate trade unionism or history such as Burston Strike School and Tolpuddle Martyrs festival.

[2] Glastonbury Festival has a The Left Field and has been addressed by Labour leaders.