FAQs

Yes, a wide range of South Asian food and drink options will be available for purchase on-site.

Yes, you may bring your own food. However: No disposable plastic cutlery is permitted. Please use the bins provided to keep the site clean.

Yes, reusable water bottles are welcome.

No. This is a family-friendly event and alcohol is strictly prohibited. All bags will be searched on entry. Any alcohol must be disposed of before entering the site.

Here are some local car parks. The website: justpark.com provides details of all parking in the area, including prices and distances from the event. The public car park at St Margaret’s Pastures is available to park:

Up to 2 hours – £2.20
Up to 3 hours – £3.30
Up to 4 hours – £4.40
Up to 12 hours – £9.90

(Limited Spaces) Disability drop-off point is on Charter Street only.

A dedicated telephone line will be available for residents and local businesses to reach the site management team directly for any urgent queries or concerns.

Resident Helpline: 07448243701
Email: info@leicestermelafestival.co.uk

Due to escalating costs of running such a huge 2 day festival, a nominal fee helps to cover costs.

Price per day
Under 3s FREE
Tickets are £3 on the door
Family tickets are £10 (2 adults, 2 kids)

No. If you leave the site, you will need to purchase a new ticket to re-enter.

No. Leicester Mela Festival is a family-friendly event and open to all ages.

Yes, the site is mainly flat, with concrete paths running across the park. Some areas are grassed, which may make movement more challenging in places, so we advise visitors to take extra care. The accessible drop-off point is located on Charter Street only.

Saturday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Cash and card contactless payments will be accepted by most vendors and box
office.

The festival is family friendly. No alcohol will be permitted at the festival. Any alcoholwill need to be disposed of before entering.

There will be random searches at the gate. All bags will be searched on entrance,this is to ensure everyones safety on the day.

Tickets are £3 per event day. Click here to buy your tickets online or purchase them on the gate. £10 family ticket on the day (2 adults, 2 kids) Entry is free for children under 3 years old. Your ticket includes access to all festival areas and the funfair area.

Yes, but dogs must be kept on a lead at all times. Please ensure your pet is comfortable in large, noisy crowds, as noise and crowds can trigger animals.

The festival is held at Abbey Park, Leicester, LE4 5AQ. For directions via walking, public transport, or car, visit: www.choosehowyoumove.co.uk

Yes. Use JustPark.com to find local parking with pricing and distances. One recommended public car park: St Margaret’s Pastures

Up to 2 hours – £2.20
Up to 3 hours – £3.30
Up to 4 hours – £4.40
Up to 12 hours – £9.90

Spaces are limited.

Yes. The park has flat areas and concrete paths. Please note: large grassed areas may make mobility more difficult in some places.

Yes. There are standard and accessible toilets available throughout the site.

Yes. A first aid station will be available and staffed by trained professionals.

Visit the Lost & Found tent for assistance with misplaced items.

A dedicated Lost Children Point will be located near the main stage and clearly signposted.

No refunds will be issued due to bad weather unless the festival is cancelled.

In the event of cancellation, ticket holders will be notified by email and issued a full refund.

Yes, we have a variety of volunteer roles available for the festival. For more information or to apply, please click here or email us at Volunteers@leicestermelafestival.co.uk

Email: info@leicestermelafestival.co.uk
Resident Helpline (on the day): 07448243701