Stuck for things to do this weekend? Check out Baishakhi Mela in London’s Brick Lane.

WHAT: Ring in the Bengali new year with a colourful parade that envelops East London – Brick Lane will be at the centre
of the festivities but nearby Allen Gardens and Weavers Fields will also be humming.

WHEN: Sunday, May 23.

DO IT BECAUSE: There will be fantastic Indian food and it’s an opportunity to soak up the vivacious, slightly chaotic atmosphere that put the London area on the map in the first place.

Plus, it’s free!

» Brick Ln, E1 6PU  Aldgate East
baishakhimela.org.uk

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