The Glasgow Mela is a multi-cultural family festival based on the traditions of the Indian sub-continent. Created in the 1990 for city’s European City of Culture status the event has developed from a low-key indoor event to a massive outdoor spectacular, attracting tens of thousands of visitors.

For information on the main acts and attractions at this year’s event, please visit the Acts and Attractions page.

The name of the event ‘Mela’ has different meanings to different people. Originating from Sanskrit and meaning ‘to meet’ the concept of Mela has developed across the world to represent a coming together of many peoples, from varied background and cultures, meeting in celebration of their shared diversity. 

The Glasgow Mela will take place at Kelvingrove Park in the area between Kelvin Way and Kelvingrove Street.