Vaisakhi celebrated by thousands in Birmingham

Two processions made their way to a community event in Handsworth Park

Thousands of people have taken part in Vaisakhi celebrations in Birmingham.

Two processions made their way from Smethwick and Hockley to Handsworth Park, where a free community event was held in the afternoon.

The gathering included Sikh cultural activities, a children's play area and arts and crafts exhibitions.

The event celebrating the birth of Sikh Khalsa had an area for worship, Darbar, that was open to all communities to visit and understand the Sikh faith.

Food was prepared by various Gurdwaras from across Birmingham and the Black Country.

The route included Graham Street in the Jewellery Quarter area of the city

The Hockley procession started in the morning, with those taking part walking along Frederick Street

Celebrations were organised by the Council of Sikh Gurdwaras in Birmingham

The event was open to all members of the community

Darbar Sahib was the focal point for the celebrations in a marquee at the park

The processions ended at the park in the afternoon

People were served food outside the Soho Road Gurdwara