City Council announce launch of City's first Mela

Wednesday, 16 April 2025 06:05

Salisbury City Council have announced the launch of the city's first Mela, a celebration of culture, food and festivities.

Melas serve as a platform for different communities to unite, celebrate their shared diversity, and participate in cultural activities.

Mela is a Sanskrit term, meaning "to meet" or "a fair". It refers to a large gathering of people, often a festival or fair, where diverse communities come together to celebrate and share their cultures.

The Salisbury Mela will celebrate all cultures and offer an opportunity to embrace Salisbury’s diversity. It will take place on Sunday, July 13th, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in Salisbury Market Place.

The City Council invites us to enjoy cultural performances, delicious food, arts and crafts, and entertainment for all ages.

They are also looking for local groups and organisations to participate in the event and share their culture. This could involve anything from performances or sharing traditions to having a stand selling authentic clothing or food.

For more information, head to the Salisbury City Council website - https://salisburycitycouncil.gov.uk/our-city/apply-for-events-and-markets/#salisbury-mela

More from Local News

Missing 81-Year-Old Man Located

Wiltshire Police have confirmed that 81-year-old Philip has been located safe and well.
Salisbury City Council Funds St John Ambulance New Year’s Eve Medical Cover

Salisbury City Council has announced it will be funding St John Ambulance medical cover on New Year’s Eve for the fourth year in a row.
Salisbury FC Chairman Visits ALABARÉ as Club Donations Reach £10,000

The owner and chairman of Salisbury Football Club, Ali Alhamad, visited ALABARÉ’s Somewhere Safe to Go drop-in service in the city to hear how proceeds from the club’s bar have been assisting the homeless charity’s drug and alcohol addiction programme.
Essential Gas Main Replacement to Begin in Salisbury Next Week

The new year will see the start of an essential project to upgrade the gas network in Salisbury.
Song for Christmas Champions 2025 Crowned

The Salisbury Radio's Song for Christmas winners have been crowned for 2025, with St Nicholas Primary School in Porton being named as this year's champions.
Young Gallery launches contemporary art exhibition showing works by Group 7

From next month (January), The Young Gallery in Salisbury will exhibit a selection of artworks by the local artist collective, Group 7.
Candlelight concert by David Owen Norris comes to Salisbury Cathedral this January

David Owen Norris is set to return to Salisbury Cathedral in the new year for a piano concert full of breathtaking music.
12-Year-Old Salisbury Boy Reaches 250th parkrun Milestone

A 12-year-old boy from Salisbury has completed his 250th junior parkrun.