Global Village
WHEN 12pm - 4pm
WHERE City Hall Grounds
Round off the afternoon in the Mela Global Village at City Hall grounds with food, music, dance and family workshops.
World Music & Dance
Soak up the carnival atmosphere with the very best local world music and dance featuring:
- Uplifting songs from Utropiks and Magwere
- Funky tunes from the Belfast Ukele Band
- Beautiful dance from Indian and China
- Groovy beats from Beat Carnival and Dhol Belfast
Family Arts Workshops
Get hands on with our family arts workshops featuring:
- Make your own African djembe drum
- Create a Mexican inspired Frida Kahlo mask
- Design your very own Rajasthani puppet and Polish Rooster
- Get a free Henna tattoo
What's on
Take Part
Help us bring Mela Carnival to life and work with our creative team to produce a wonderful world of music, dance and art.
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Creative Collaborators
Our carnival parade is created with artists, communities and creative organisations right across the island of Ireland to produce an inclusive celebration for all to enjoy
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