proudly presents

SOUTHAMPTON'S
DIWALI MELA

2026

A spectacular day of celebrations — food, crafts, music, theatre and the festival of lights, together as one community.

📅 Sat, 24 October 2026🕙 10 AM – 5 PM📍 Bitterne Park School, Dimond Road, Southampton SO18 1BU

✦ FREE ENTRY · FREE PARKING ✦

Book Free Show Seats See the Day's Schedule

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A Spectacular Day of Celebrations

Celebrate Culture, Community & Togetherness

Everything you love about Diwali, all in one place.

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DELICIOUS FOOD STALLS

Authentic flavours from our community's favourite kitchens and restaurants.

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BEAUTIFUL HANDICRAFT STALLS

Handmade crafts, jewellery, clothing and festive treasures.

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CULTURAL PERFORMANCES

Live dance and cultural showcases performed by SIACS.

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BOLLYWOOD MUSIC

The best Bollywood beats all day long with DJ Zaki.

Theatrical Production

KRISHNA

A brand-new production directed by Sutapa Mukherjee

An enchanting stage retelling of Krishna's story — music, dance and drama brought to life for the whole family.

Shows at 11 AM & 3 PMFree · Pre-book

Special Edition

FASHION SHOW

Directed by Haimanti Kumar

A dazzling runway of festive couture celebrating the colours and craftsmanship of India.

Shows at 11 AM & 3 PMFree · Pre-book

Both shows are presented twice so everyone gets a chance to enjoy them — with the spectacular Rath Yatra & Grand Parade in between.

Plan Your Day

The Day's Schedule

10:00 AM

Gates Open — Mela Begins

Food stalls, handicraft stalls and DJ Zaki's Bollywood beats all day.

11:00 AM

First Show — Krishna & Fashion Show

The first presentation of both exclusive shows. Free entry, pre-booked seats.

2:00 PM

Rath Yatra & Grand ParadeNew

A magnificent 45-minute procession with the parade of the show's actors — a first for Southampton!

3:00 PM

Second Show — Krishna & Fashion Show

The encore presentation for those who missed the morning show.

5:00 PM

Mela Closes

Until next year — Happy Diwali, Southampton!

Krishna · Fashion Show · 11 AM & 3 PM

Book Your Free Show Seats

Entry to the Mela is completely free — no tickets needed. The Krishna and Fashion Show performances are also free, but seats must be pre-booked.

🎟️ Bookings open early September 2026 — right here on this page

💬 WhatsApp Rajan to Register Interest 📞 Call 07780 601835

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Raising Funds for The Foodbank Angels of Southampton

Every stall, every show and every celebration at the Mela helps support families in our city. Come for the joy, stay for the cause.

With Grateful Thanks

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