Waltham Forest Mela

Waltham Forest Mela returns, refreshed and redefined for 2019!

Head to the new location of Leyton Jubilee Park to see the legendary Apache Indian headlining the main stage alongside Mona Singh, H-Dhami, Roach Killa, Bonafide, Najma Akhtar, Harvey Sahota, Navin Kundra, Sahara, and world music collective Lokkhi Terra.

Our brand-new second stage will host the ever-popular fashion show as well as music from local artist Hani King, dance from L.E.A.D.E.R.S Academy and spoken word from Shama Rahman, and a performance of Eastside Story. Plus, you'll find Arts Canteen spoken word performances, Waltham Forest Sri Lankan Dance School, Madhuriya Arts, and Bhagya Laxmi Bollywood Dancers.

Take a look at all the activities happening, as well as Fashion Show participants here.

There’ll be a sumptuous selection of food from South Asia and beyond, activities for all the family, kabaddi, fun fair and much, much more.

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