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The 25th Middlesbrough Mela attracts thousands

The 25th Middlesbrough Mela has got off to a colourful start. Tens of thousands of people are expected to enjoy the event on Saturday and Sunday.

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Middlesbrough Mela off to colourful start

Middlesbrough Mela parade. Credit: ITV News

Thousands of people have gathered to celebrate the 25th Middlesbrough Mela.

The event aims to bring together all communities from across the town in a celebration of international cultures, food and fashion.

This year's show features performances from local dance schools, a huge range of food stalls as well as sporting events and fairground rides.

The two-day Mela will also feature Stockton's X Factor contestant Kerrianne Covell tonight, and other high profile performers tomorrow.

Organisers say they expect a record breaking 50,000 visitors to this year's Mela which will end tomorrow night with a grande finale.

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