It is the 26th time the Beeston community has come together for the annual event, which this year had a planet-friendly theme.
Entertainment was arranged on three stages, with the main stage headlined by indie-rock band Scumbag Lion.
Punjabi Roots Academy returned with a dazzling mix of Bhangra drumming and dancing and From East to East brought the music of eastern Europe and the Balkans to Beeston.
A bazaar hosted over 50 stalls selling clothing, jewellery, crafts and food from around the world.
The Royal Armouries put on demonstrations in the arena, where there were also performances by Reetwirlers Majorettes and DAZL.
Beeston Climate Hub were also on hand with ideas to make Beeston greener.
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Tegan Marshall, nine, of Beeston, sits for face painting. Photo: Steve Riding
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Hilary Benn MP, who opened the Gala with the men’s and women’s World Cup ICC trophies Photo: Steve Riding
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Amir Aboug Hamgid, six, of Beeston, chats to PC Adams from Elland Road police station. Photo: Steve Riding
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Savannah Sellers, 11, of Beeston, helps out with sword fighting on the Royal Armouries stand Photo: Steve Riding
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Jace Varley, seven, of Beeston, meets a giant sloth from Giddy Kipper Arts, Todmorden. Photo: Steve Riding