THAT'S A WRAP!

Thank you to everyone who came together to experience beautiful cultural diversity of Belfast with our magical programme of events finishing with the spectacular finale at Botanic Gardens

Mela returns to Belfast from the 16 – 24 August 2025. Save the date!

MELA DAY

25 August 2024, 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.

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MELA CARNIVAL

17 August 2024, 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.

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MELA+

18 – 24 August 2024

Extend your festival experience with a week long programme of events across the city.

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WHAT'S ON

Tuesday 20th August 7pm, Academy Restaurant

Silk Road Supper Club

Soul satisfying flavors of the Caribbean at the Silk Road Supper Club

Monday 19th August 11am, Girdwood Community Hub

Sound Bath – Girdwood Hub

Join Tessa Ann to experience sound healing, an ancient wellness practice for healing, relaxation, and self-care

Thursday 22nd August 11am, Templemore Baths

Sound Bath – Templemore Baths

Join Tessa Ann to experience sound healing, an ancient wellness practice for healing, relaxation, and self-care

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THAT'S A WRAP!

MELA DAY

25 August 2024, Botanic Gardens

MELA CARNIVAL

17 August 2024, Belfast City Centre

MELA+

18 – 24 August 2024

WHAT'S ON

Silk Road Supper Club

Sound Bath – Girdwood Hub

Sound Bath – Templemore Baths

Festival Snaps

Friends of Mela

Join our Mailing List

Mailing List

Accessibility