Gulabi Mela (The Pink fête) is an annual Mumbai Pride Month event curated by Yaariyan for the LGBTQ+ youth of Mumbai.

Incepted in 2014, has since provided a safe space for marginalized LGBTQ+ individuals to interact with the local community, exhibit their talents, participate in capacity-building workshops and motivate young entrepreneurs to pilot entrepreneurial ideas to an eager audience of 1500+ LGBTQ+ and ally community.

Gulabi Mela with its diverse activities continues to focus on engaging intersectionalities within the LGBTQ+ communities continuing the dialogue on advocacy of the Human Rights of LGBTQ+ in the folds of entertainment.

Now in its 2025 edition, this vibrant cultural festival combines entertainment, awareness, and advocacy. The event showcases the rich diversity of the LGBTQ+ community while fostering inclusivity and promoting social change.

Gulabi Mela attracts thousands of attendees from across the city, including members of the community, allies, activists, corporate partners, influencers, media and other stakeholders.

Date: January 26^th 2025, Sunday

Time: 4 pm to 10 pm.

Venue: Holy Family Upper Lawns, Andheri East, Mumbai, India

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About The Humsafar Trust

Established in 1994, The Humsafar Trust (HST) is India's pioneering organization working at the intersection of health and well being for the LGBTQ+ community. Over the past three decades, HST has grown into a national leader in advocating for LGBTQ+ inclusion, providing critical health services, and fostering visiblity through community engagement, advocacy, and capacity-building initiatives. With a commitment to improving the wellbeing for LGBTQ+ individuals, HST continues to champion causes related to HIV prevention, mental health, legal empowerment, visibility and social acceptance, making strides toward equality and dignity for all.