Hyde Park Unity Day was cancelled last year after a new committee took charge but returned to Woodhouse Moor yesterday (Saturday) to the delight of residents.
The daily celebration of the vibrant LS6 area regularly sees thousands of people turn out to enjoy the live music, markets and events taking place, and this year was no different.
The weather was on our side too as people gathered in the park to enjoy the dog shows, freshly made food, locally brewed beers and friendly chit chat with those they live with.
The event was first held in 1995 to raise the spirits of the area after a riot broke out in Hyde Park.
Our photographer Steve Riding was there to capture some of the atmosphere, as shown in the photo gallery below.
7. Plenty to enjoy
This year's event included a children's area, a wellness space, dog shows, street food vendors, live music, market stalls and more. | Steve Riding
8. Sabhrang
Anisha Lall, 11, dancing on behalf of Sabhrang, which is a group that regularly meets up to support from diverse backgrounds in Leeds. | Steve Riding
9. Best dog
Arthur the whippet cross who won Best Dog Dad in the dog show. Pictured with Michael Waters, Rachel Davy and Jenny and Peter Doak of Headingley. | Steve Riding
10. Hyde Park Unity Day
One of the event organisers posted afterwards: "The spirit of unity in the community was alive and thriving, vibrant, diverse and full of joy. You weren’t here last year, and your absence was truly felt but this year, you more than made up for it. You gave us a day to remember." | Steve Riding
