Ms Omondi, who works as a teacher in the city, highlighted the importance of cultural events to “help communities engage better”.

“Our main aim is to promote cultural confidence and help people engage with us,” she explained.

“It is not just about the black community. Take the Diwali festival, the Italian festival – it is all about showcasing each other’s culture.

“It just shows how vibrant and multicultural a city we have in Peterborough and how we celebrate our diversity.

“We believe that being inclusive will help us engage better.

“Our country is divided right now but through these events, it is uniting us and bringing divided communities together.”

The free event will run until the evening and is being supported by Peterborough Positive – a group representing businesses and organisations – and the city council.