Glasgow Mela

Scotland's Biggest South Asian Festival
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Celebrate Culture at Glasgow Mela 2026

Looking for the ultimate free family activity this summer? Join us in Kelvingrove Park on Sunday 5 July for the Glasgow Mela 2026!

As a flagship event of the Glasgow 2026 Festival, we'll be bringing you an upgraded line up of international music and spectacular performance. Whether you're here to dance, join a creative workshop, or soak up the atmosphere of our legendary South Asian festival, there is something for everyone.

From traditional beats to contemporary sounds, it’s a global stage right here in Glasgow.

Who's performing at Mela 2026?

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Nachhatar Gill and Apna Sangeet headline a packed day of fantastic performances across two main stages at Mela 2026. Check out the full line-up and see who's joining them!

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History of Glasgow Mela

Based on the traditions of the Indian sub-continent the Glasgow Mela has evolved to become Scotland's biggest South Asian festival.

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Mela 2025 highlights

Maya Lakhani
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GTown Desi
Panel Discussion
Come and try sports

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Part of Glasgow 2026 Festival

This year, Mela is supported by the Glasgow 2026 Festival and includes a number of special commissions involving artists from around the Commonwealth.

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Glasgow-Lahore 20th Anniversary of Twinning 2026

Glasgow is proud to celebrate the 20th Anniversary of its twinning with Lahore. The accompanying illustration is by artist, Syeda Sadaf Zaidi.

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Event Funders

Creative Scotland
Commonwealth Sport
Glasgow 2026