CHETI CHAND MELA

Festival of Sindhi Culture &Cuisine
Sunday, 22nd March 2026
​Time: 12.30pm to 6.00pm

✅ Book your spot now: https://go.sindhimandir.org/cc26

Join us for Europe’s biggest Sindhi Mela, a vibrant day-long celebration of Sindhi culture, traditions, and New Year festivities! Immerse yourself in the rich heritage of Sindh with authentic delicacies, music, dance, and family-friendly activities.

Entrance is free (coupons for spending at the stalls to be purchased on entry).

FOOD STALLS (12.30pm onwards)
*Mitho Lolo & Ambri*Masala Lolees*Dal PakwanSindhi Curry*Tahni (sweet rice)*Sindhi Saee Bhaji*Kune Ja Beeh*Kuti/Yoghurt*Seyoon Patata Seyal*Maani*Dahi Varas*Gol Gappa*Mirch Pakora Chaat*Samosas*Aloo Chaap /filling*Mohanthal MalpurasSatpuras*Various Mithaees*Fruit and other desserts*Faludo*Sindhi Papar & Varyoo*Variety of home made Achars*Thadal*Tea*Masala tea*coffee*Freshly squeezed fruit juices...and lots more! Many of these will be available for packed take-aways.

CHILDREN'S ACTIVITIES (1.00 to 2.15pm)
There will be face painting, Henna, Arts Competions, raffle and much more for the children, youth and other age groups.

KER THINDO SINDHI (2.00 to 2.30pm)
A thrilling game show where knowledge meets culture!

THE LITTLE LEGENDS SHOW (2.30 to 3.15pm)
Children's Variety Show & Art Competition Prizes

TRADITIONAL PROCESSION OF POOJ JHOOLELAL SAEE WITH CHEJJ AND BAHRANO (4.00pm)
In the midst of festivities, Jhoolaylal Saee will make his appearance accompanied by devotees who will be carrying the celebratory Bahrano thaals, singing Panjras and Chhej dance. A truly fascinating sight to behold.

THE MELA SHOWCASE (4.30pm)
A cultural entertainment programme
You are warmly invited to come and join the rich celebration of Sindhiyat.

🎭 Other Activities:
🎨 Face Painting & Henna – 12:30 – 2:30 PM
📸 Photo Booth – 1:00 – 4:00 PM

🎲 Games Stalls – 1:00 – 4:00 PM

Come with family and friends to celebrate, enjoy, and cherish the spirit of Sindhi New Year in a festive and welcoming atmosphere. We look forward to celebrating with you!

Frequently asked questions

Parking - There will be some parking available in front of the building on Cricklewood Broadway on Sunday. You can park free on roads with single yellow lines. There is metered parking across the road between Matalan and Wickes DIY. We advise you to arrive as early as possible. Please note the Mandir will not take any responsibility to damage to your car or loss to your property within the car, so please ensure you have parked appropriately and have locked all valuables away from prying eyes.

Getting to the venue - The building is located on Cricklewood Broadway near Staples corner and postcode is NW2 6QD. You can find the directions here

Accessibility - The building is wheelchair-accessible and volunteers will be happy to offer assistance if needed.

Buggies and pushchairs - There is limited space available for pushchairs and buggies. Please note there is no secured facility available to store pushchairs and if it is very crowded inside the building, we may have to ask you to leave them outside at the back of the building. The charity will not take any responsibility to the loss and damage to your pushchairs or buggies

Alcohol, intoxicants and smoking - These are banned from the charity's premises.