EASTLEIGH was awash with vibrant colours and delicious smells as Eastleigh Mela returned for 2023.

A celebration of diversity and culture, today's event brought together music, dance, and entertainment from around the world to the town centre.

The free event featured live acts and activities with music and dance from Acoustic Jass, Navin Kundra and Forever Queen.

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Other performers included Jazz Mattoo, The Henrys, Jan Belly and MC CoCo P.

The event was listed from 11am until 6pm at Leigh Road Recreation Ground.

Here are some photos from today's event.