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BELFAST MELA

Join us for a vibrant, week-long celebration as Belfast Mela returns from 16–24 August 2025, transforming the city into a global stage of colour, rhythm, and flavour.

24 August 2025, Botanic Gardens
Join us at Botanic Gardens for the festival finale as it’s transformed into a global wonderland of music, dance, food and art.
16 August 2025, Belfast City Centre
Soak up the party vibe as our carnival parade returns through the city centre finishing with global party in the grounds of City Hall.
17 – 23 August 2025
Extend your festival experience with a week long programme of events across the city.
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Accessibility

We want to make your visit to Mela as easy and enjoyable as possible. Find out more about our access arrangement at this year’s festival.