The Mela will begin with a procession led by a giant tiger and elephant at 11:15am from Allen Gardens and arriving at Weavers Fields at 12:30pm, with musicians, dancers, colourful traditional costume and community leaders all taking part. Brick Lane, Allen Gardens and Weavers Fields will play host to over 300 stalls of traditional crafts, fashion jewellery, clothing, toys, face painting. There will be a funfair, with a Peacock Boat and other rides. The famous Brick Lane curry houses will also participate in an open-air food fair. The highlight of the Mela will be a huge musical spectacular, with over 350 performers on three stages from noon until 7:30pm. Proceedings will be broadcast live on TV.

A multicultural experience which has extended beyond its ethnic roots, like the Notting Hill Carnival and the Brick Lane Festival, where many diverse London groups congregate to have a good time together. Highlights will include Bhangra MCs, Bollywood performers, leading stars of the British Asian music scene as well as traditional and classical performances. There will also be hundreds of stalls selling food and handicrafts, a children's funfair and a fantastic atmosphere.