THE MILLENNIUM FESTIVAL OF THE AMATEUR PERFORMING ARTS, Leeds. An international festival showcase with performers from the UK, Ireland, the Channel Islands, Hong Kong, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe, a fireworks finale, a music for Youth Schools Prom. Runs from November 2 to 5. For further information ring the Millennium Hotline on 0906 302 1302.

HINDU FESTIVAL OF LIGHT, Queen Elizabeth Hall, West Street, Oldham. A unique celebration of Diwali for 2000 with music and dancing from Oldham's Indian Association. Entertainment includes an Indian dance demonstration of Raas and Garba by the Indian Association's Women and Girls' Group, a display by the Indian youth fellowship Shakha, food, fireworks, video recollections and a multi media performance by Dariya Paar. Friday November 3. Starts 6pm to 1pm. Tickets £2.50. Ring 0161 633 0043.

WYTHENSHAWE FORUM. Irish Festival with music and dancing and Irish humour. Friday October 27 to Sunday October 29. For further information regarding events ring 0161 935 4010.

CORNERHOUSE CINEMA, Manchester. Exposures: Student Film Festival. Runs from Wednesday November 1 to November 30. Ring 0161 200 1500. FESTIVAL