WCLA all set to host Mela Baharan from tomorrow

LAHORE : The Walled City of Lahore Authority in collaboration with the Punjab government is all set to host the vibrant ‘Mela Baharan’ on the historic Royal Trail from tomorrow (Friday) to 6th April (Sunday), 2025, between 6PM and 11PM.

This free, family-oriented festival will transform the Royal Trail into a lively celebration of spring and Lahori culture, beginning at Delhi Gate and culminating at Masjid Wazir Khan Chowk. A key feature of the event will be the Shahi Guzargah Mausam-e-Bahar Parade, scheduled for 6PM on both Friday and Saturday.

Attendees can expect a diverse range of attractions, including the beautifully restored Kucha Hussain Shah, the blooming Gali Surjan Singh with its folk music, the Sabeel Wali Gali showcasing local crafts and performances, and the bustling Wazir Khan Square with its Meena Bazaar. The festival will also feature various performances, workshops, and exhibitions, highlighting Punjabi Boliyan, Putli Tamasha, live music, and Dastangoi, among other cultural expressions.