The 2024 Glasgow Mela attracted a crowd of 40,000, with people enjoying a jam-packed day of free music, dance, and arts. Festivalgoers were treated to spectacular performances by incredible local, national, and international acts at Kelvingrove Park. Advertisement Advertisement Did you know with an ad-lite subscription to GlasgowWorld, you get 70% fewer ads while viewing the news that matters to you.
Among the line-up were award-winning Punjabi rapper Roach Killa, singer Abira Shah, Scottish DJs Gtown Desi and Glasgow’s own Rameet Sandhu. The legendary Apache Indian headlined the festival, and Glasgow’s original bhangra rockers Bombay Talkie also reunited for a special performance. People had the chance to try outstanding food from around the world and visit a range of market stalls.
The Kelvingrove Bandstand also hosted an author talk as part of The Summer Reading Challenge, workshops, and the first-ever Glasgow Mela Big Singalong with Glasgow Sitare. Advertisement Advertisement On top of that, there were come-and-try sport sessions, including kabaddi, hockey, volleyball, and archery. On top of that, there were come-and-try sport sessions, including kabaddi, hockey, volleyball, and archery.
Director of Tourism, Culture and Events at Glasgow Life, Billy Garrett said: “The Glasgow Mela is a much-loved part of the city’s events and cultural calendar. The festival celebrates Glasgow’s diverse communities and the musical and artistic talent which contributes to Glasgow .