Mela in the City, Grey’s Monument, Newcastle
Mela in the City, Grey’s Monument
Saturday 29th August
As a rich celebration of South Asian culture, Newcastle Mela is held over two days during the August Bank Holiday weekend. A free, family-friendly event staged largely in Newcastle’s Exhibition Park with live music and entertainment and food and market stalls representing the rich heritage of Pakistan, India, and other South Asian cultures.
NE1 will once again host Mela’s city centre-based activities which bring the celebrations to the heart of Newcastle on Saturday 29th August, giving more people the opportunity to enjoy Mela’s colourful and lively festivities. Visitors can expect an afternoon filled with live performances, vibrant dance and music, interactive activities, and a lively atmosphere celebrating the rich cultures and communities that help make Newcastle such a diverse and welcoming city.
