THE sun was shining on Belle Vue Park on Saturday as the community came together to celebrate the Windrush generation and mark the 60th anniversary of Jamaican independence.

Newport’s Party in the Park returned this weekend, with a host of local artists performing on the bandstand.

Priya Mendoza, who co-ordinated the event, said the day was about community and bringing people together.

South Wales Argus: People enjoying the music at the Party in the Park.People enjoying the music at the Party in the Park.

“It’s a really nice turnout and a really nice venue,” she said. “Especially for the community and bringing everyone together.

“This is a celebration for the Windrush generation and elders, and I have carefully crafted our future artists to showcase their talents in homage to the Windrush generation.

“This is about the future generation and how we tell the stories from our forefathers who worked hard to build Britain and how we are shaping our future through music, food and community.

South Wales Argus: Depo Provera performing at Newport's Party in the Park.Depo Provera performing at Newport's Party in the Park.

“This is a way of showing what’s up and coming in Wales.

“It’s really nice to bring them all together in one place. It’s all different genres so there’s something for everyone.

“It’s a really good day. The weather’s been on our side so we’ve been lucky. It’s a brilliant atmosphere for families.”

Among those who performed were MJB, Fernquest, Solar Cat, The Honest Poet, Tobias Robertson, Niques, Mamadon, and other special guests and story tellers.

South Wales Argus: The Honest Poet performing at Belle View Park.The Honest Poet performing at Belle View Park.

“It’s great that people have turned out,” said Jamee Summers, The Honest Poet. “It’s nice to celebrate black culture and the Windrush generation.

“Priya’s done a great job. I’m glad to be a part of it, it’s been a great day.”