Diwali Festival of Lights

Diwali: Festival of Lights

 
October 19, 2024
Special Programming from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
 

Discover the meaning and rich traditions of Diwali during our festive celebration. Make a Diya lamp, learn about traditions, delight in Rangoli artwork by Tanisha Shah, and enjoy music and dance. Diwali is one of the major festivals celebrated by Hindus, Jains, Sikhs, and some Buddhists. Join us!

The festival usually lasts five days and is celebrated during the Hindu lunisolar month Kartika.

Featuring:

 
Rangoli Installation by Purvi & Tanisha Shah
Museum entrance

Make a Diya Lamp
11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
in Streets

Performances:

 
11:00 a.m. – 12:20 p.m.
in the Cadence Amphitheatre

• MCs Kavita Sreedhar & Kishan Sreedhar, Radio Dehotties
• Sindhu Shivani Ravuri, solo dance and dance instruction
• Aerodance, dance performances
• Kathak Kala Vihar, dancer performances

2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

• MCs Kavita Sreedhar & Kishan Sreedhar, Radio Dehotties
• Sun Bollywood, dance performances, dance instruction and fashion show

This program was made possible by grants from ServiceNow, the City of San José, Office of Cultural Affairs, and First Tech Federal Credit Union.

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This celebration is created in partnership with the Museum’s South Asian Cultural Advisors

The museum is committed to promoting the region’s diversity through the Cultural Celebration Series so that families of all backgrounds can explore the many cultures and traditions in Silicon Valley. Cultural celebrations offer opportunities for building global awareness for people to explore and understand their cultural differences and similarities.

The series includes: El Dia de Los Tres Reyes Magos, Lunar New Year, Nowruz, Proud of My Family, Juneteenth, Mid-Autumn Moon Festival,  Diwali Festival, Dia de los Muertos, and Menorahs & Miracles.