Where joy gathers.
Anandamela, Inc. is a volunteer-run Bengali cultural nonprofit in Greater Sacramento since 2004 — and everyone is welcome.
Northern California's Premier Bangla Fest
- Guests in 2026
- 1,200+Guests in 2026
- Performances
- 25Performances
- Mela since
- 2008Mela since
Get Ready forGrand Boishakhi Mela 2027
Saturday, April 10, 2027 · 11:30 AM – 5:30 PM
Folsom Community Center · 52 Natoma St, Folsom, CA 95630
Our Programs
All programs →The Grand Boishakhi Mela is the flagship of AnandaDhara, our cultural events enterprise — with three more enterprises coming up for charity, children, and learning.
AnandaSheba
Charity & community service
Charitable actions that spread the joy of giving.
AnandaKuri
Children's programs
Programs and events that help Bengali American children connect with the community and with their roots.
AnandaAlo
Education & co‑learning
Peer-to-peer learning and educational programs for every age.
Our Mission
To spread joy through community activities that stimulate personal and social transformation.
The oldest Bangladeshi organization in the Greater Sacramento area, run entirely by volunteers, and open to everyone who loves Bengali culture.
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Get Involved
The stage, the decorations, the hospitality — all built by volunteers who simply showed up. Become a member, volunteer, perform, or just come celebrate with us.
Ways to get involved →