Family Fun (5-10yrs): Tirgan, A Persian Festival of Summer Joy
Saturday 4 July 2026, 1 - 4pm (drop-in workshops)
Join us for a joyful family friendly afternoon celebrating Tirgan, an ancient Iranian summer festival of water, poetry and renewal. Traditionally celebrated in early July, Tirgan marks the arrival of rain and the end of drought, rooted in stories of nature, joy, and collective hope. At the heart of the festival is the legend of Arash the Archer. Families will experience this story brought to life through live music and interactive storytelling.
The afternoon will also include playful water activities, reflecting the festival's rituals of splashing water to celebrate rain. Tirgan is a celebration of connection to nature, to memory and to one another and this afternoon will offer a gentle and engaging introduction to Persian cultural traditions for all.
This event is part of Persian Seasons at Leighton House and it is generously supported by the British Institute of Persian Studies.
Useful Information
- Families with children of all ages are welcome.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult - please note that this is not a drop-off event and the accompanying adult must stay with their child.
- The event will take place in the Leighton House Learning Centre and garden.
- Accompanying adults (1 x per child) come for free and admission to the historic house is included in the ticket price.
Still in search of more Family Fun?
Pick up a copy of our brand-new Family Trail at Front Desk and get ready to unlock the treasures of Leighton's home. Inspired by his travels, A Passport to Leighton House trail invites the inquisitive minds of children and adults to explore the museum and complete special challenges. Don't forget to get your passport stamped!
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Saturday 4 July 2026, 1 - 4pm (drop-in workshops)
Join us for a joyful family friendly afternoon celebrating Tirgan, an ancient Iranian summer festival of water, poetry and renewal. Traditionally celebrated in early July, Tirgan marks the arrival of rain and the end of drought, rooted in stories of nature, joy, and collective hope. At the heart of the festival is the legend of Arash the Archer. Families will experience this story brought to life through live music and interactive storytelling.
The afternoon will also include playful water activities, reflecting the festival's rituals of splashing water to celebrate rain. Tirgan is a celebration of connection to nature, to memory and to one another and this afternoon will offer a gentle and engaging introduction to Persian cultural traditions for all.
This event is part of Persian Seasons at Leighton House and it is generously supported by the British Institute of Persian Studies.
Useful Information
- Families with children of all ages are welcome.
- Children must be accompanied by an adult - please note that this is not a drop-off event and the accompanying adult must stay with their child.
- The event will take place in the Leighton House Learning Centre and garden.
- Accompanying adults (1 x per child) come for free and admission to the historic house is included in the ticket price.
Still in search of more Family Fun?
Pick up a copy of our brand-new Family Trail at Front Desk and get ready to unlock the treasures of Leighton's home. Inspired by his travels, A Passport to Leighton House trail invites the inquisitive minds of children and adults to explore the museum and complete special challenges. Don't forget to get your passport stamped!
For updates on all of our upcoming events sign up to our museums e-newsletter
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