Dashehra Diwali Mela

Saturday 11 October 2007
Platt Fields Park, off Wilmslow Road,  Manchester

music by the best Bhangra groups.

The burning of the effigy and the flames signify the ridding of the mind and soul of impurities ready for a renewal of the human spirit.

There will also be art and craft (Henna and face painting, Rangoli and paper craft) and Indian dance workshops on the day.

Throughout the evening visitors will be able to enjoy a fun fair and shop or enjoy a mouth-watering variety of delicious Indian food at over 30 stalls.  The event will end with a brilliant fireworks display.

Entry to the Mela will be FREE. Car parking £3.

Dashehra and Diwali have religious significance for Hindus, Sikhs and Jains.  The festivals are celebrated by many communities in India and throughout the world. Both symbolise the power of good to triumph over evil. Diwali also marks the start of the Hindu New Year.

Dashehra Mela offers plenty of volunteering opportunities.

 

For more information visit http://www.dashehradiwali.co.ukLanterns, fire and fireworks

Saturday 11 October 2008, 3.30pm to 9pm, at Platt Fields Park, Manchester

Hundreds of lanterns, a burning giant demon king and a fireworks finale will all light up a Mela to celebrate two of the most popular Hindu festivals, Dashehra and Diwali.

Thousands of people are expected to attend the family-friendly event in Platt Fields Park, Manchester, on Saturday 11 October 2008.

The Mela will be a wonderful opportunity for all communities to come together and celebrate the richness and diversity of Manchester. It will be a family event with something for every one.

Prior to the event, more than 300 children in schools all over Greater Manchester will be preparing lanterns for a lantern procession.

Live performances on stage will include Indian dances, Bollywood, Bhangra and other folk, fire dance, Indian Wedding Brass Band, and live

Volunteers, sponsors and stallholders please contact:

Mrs. Raj Dutta

Telephone:0161 483 5659,  07929 621 538 (M)

E-mail: diwalimela@yahoo.co.uk

Dashehra Diwali Mela is being organised by the Indian Association Manchester and Manchester City Council. It is supported by the Arts Council North West and AGMA.