Photos: Thousands Celebrate Bangladeshi Street Festival, Potho Mela, On McDonald Avenue
Anna Gustafson -
A performer entertains a jubilant crowd. Photo by KensingtonBK
Thousands of people from throughout our neighborhood, and beyond, celebrated the annual Potho Mela yesterday, when McDonald Avenue was filled with everything from vendors selling gorgeous clothing and delicious food to musicians serenading crowds with dance and song for one of the biggest Bangladeshi events in our area.
Vendors lined McDonald Avenue for the event. Photo by KensingtonBK
Organized annually by the Church-McDonald Bangladeshi Business Association, the Potho Mela is a street fair that celebrates Bangladeshi culture. It was held on McDonald Avenue, from Church Avenue to Avenue C, from about 11am to 8pm yesterday, Sunday, August 9.
Representatives from the Charukantha tutoring center at 529 McDonald Avenue were giving out heaps of delicious food. Photo by KensingtonBKMore of the tantalizing food! Photo by KensingtonBK
We took a number of photos during the fun festivities, and if you snapped any great pictures, let us know! Email us at editor@kensingtonbk.com, and we’ll add them to the blog.
The crowd gathered to watch singers, dancers and more provide incredible entertainment for much of the day. Photo by KensingtonBKA singer had the crowd on their feet dancing. Photo by KensingtonBKFestival goers dance and cheer during the performances. Photo by KensingtonBKOne of the singers. Photo via KensingtonBKClose to Avenue C, the large stage played home to many talented singers, bands and others. Photo by KensingtonBKJuli’s Tutorial, from 88 Church Avenue, handed out free drinks. Photo by KensingtonBKAbdullah Sweets, from 91 Church Avenue, attracted throngs of people throughout the day. Photo by KensingtonBKPhoto by KensingtonBKThere was an incredible array of goods that could be purchased, including much colorful clothing. Photo by KensingtonBKMore of the clothing. Photo by KensingtonBKPhoto by KensingtonBKStunning jewelry was also available. Photo by KensingtonBKPhoto by KensingtonBKMany of the youngest festival goers escaped from the shopping with bubbles. Photo by KensingtonBK