16th August 2015
The Big John’s Birmingham Mela is being organised to celebrate the diversity of the South Asian Community in Birmingham through its culture, food, sport, art and entertainment.
The Mela in its 15th year in 2015, is going to be bigger and better than ever, and there is something for everyone to celebrate. With over 40,000 visitors, this free annual event in Cannon Hill Park in the heart of Birmingham is truly an inclusive, open and diverse event, which promises fun for the whole family.
The programme includes: Stage performances of Local, National and International artists, funfair rides, a sports area hosting traditional sports activities, including cricket , weightlifting and kabaddi, an Asian bazaar with clothing, jewellery, music and craft stalls and a whole host of catering units selling traditional Asian food.