In pictures: The Vaisakhi celebrations in Reading
There were spectacular scenes in Reading for the celebration
Sikhs with their Kirpans, or swords, a symbol of strength and courage. Credit: getreading
One of the spectacular floats. Credit: getreading
The procession travels through Reading. Credit:getreading
A youngster joins in the fun. Credit: getreading
The event was open to everyone. Credit: getreading
A Sikh couple have a great time at the event. Credit: getreading
More youngsters enjoying themselves. Credit: getreading
even the very young. Credit: getreading
Sikhs wore traditional dress. Credit: getreading
Keeping cool in the blazing sun. Credit: getreading
More people join in the celebrations. Credit: getreading
You're never too old for a selfie. Credit: getreading
Even the cops were joining in the fun. Credit: getreading
Young Sikhs are all smiles for the celebration. Credit: getreading
Some colourful outfits were on show. Credit: getreading
A colourful stall at the event. credit: getreading
The clean up team resplendent in their orange and blue uniforms. Credit: getreading
And in action. Credit: getreading
Collections were held for Reading Bladder Cancer Support Group. Credit: getreading
The procession in full swing. Credit: getreading
Two Sikh women in the traditional orange and blue. Credit: getreading
More charity collections. Credit: getreading
Sikhs line the streets for the procession. Credit: getreading
One of the floats for the procession. Credit: getreading
The procession moves through Reading. Credit: getreading
Barefoot Sikhs travel through the town. Credit
Spectacular dancing. Credit: getreading
So many beautiful colours were on show. Credit: getreading
