About this Event
Diwali & Annakut Celebration 2026
You are warmly invited to join us for an inspiring Diwali and Annakut celebration — a joyful festival of lights and community togetherness featuring a spectacular food display, cultural activities, and delicious food.
Warm greetings to everyone in our community!
BAPS Swaminarayan Satsang Mandal Belfast wishes you and your family a very happy Diwali and a prosperous New Year!
Diwali, known as the Festival of Lights, symbolises joy, new beginnings, and the victory of light over darkness. To mark this joyous occasion, we are hosting a community-wide celebration at the Indian Community Centre featuring the traditional Annakut—a magnificent "mountain of food" offered in gratitude and devotion.
Whether you want to admire the festive decorations, learn about cultural traditions, participate in prayer and ceremony, or simply enjoy authentic vegetarian cuisine, this event offers something special for visitors of all ages and backgrounds
Event Highlights
- Grand Annakut Display: A visual masterpiece showcasing hundreds of vegetarian dishes prepared by community volunteers.
- Cultural Activities: Henna (Mehendi) designs and face painting for children and families.
- Traditional Ceremonies: Experience Mandir Darshan and Arti (traditional devotional song and light ceremony).
- Complimentary Festive Meal (Mahaprasadam): Enjoy delicious vegetarian food served to all guests.
Admission is entirely FREE and everyone in the community is welcome to attend. Please feel free to invite your friends, family, and colleagues to join in the celebrations.
To help us prepare enough food and ensure a smooth experience for all guests, please complete a quick online registration before attending. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Event venue & nearby stays
Indian Community Centre, 86 Clifton Street, Belfast, United Kingdom
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