About this Event
Experience the Magic of Diwali
Be part of an unforgettable evening celebrating the Festival of Lights, a grand seasonal celebration of the victory of light over darkness, wisdom over ignorance, and community over division.
Everyone is warmly welcome, whether you are deeply familiar with the Diwali holiday or if you'll be experiencing these vibrant traditions for the first time. This is a community-wide cultural celebration designed for families, friends, and neighbors of all backgrounds across Austin and beyond.
What makes our celebration unique?
Don't worry about unpredictable Texas weather, inconvenient parking, and pushing your way through outdoor crowds. This Diwali, celebrate inside the comfort and elegance of a grand indoor ballroom, and enjoy family-friendly activities and live entertainment with reserved seating and climate control all afternoon. Tickets are limited to maintain a comfortable and uncrowded experience for all guests.
A Vibrant Cultural Showcase
Experience India's living traditions through art, music, dance, and regional cuisine.
- Live Mainstage Performances: Dance showcases, live music
- Art & Textile Exhibition: Traditional sand art (Rangoli), fine visual arts, and handcrafted textiles
- Traditional Artisans and Makers: Unique handcrafted jewelry, traditional attire, fine art, and heritage goods from local artisans
- Regional Culinary Delights: Authentic Indian dishes and seasonal festival sweets
Full performance lineup, activity schedule, and details on vendors coming soon!
Tickets and Capacity
Tickets are strictly limited by room capacity to maintain an uncrowded and comfortable experience for all guests. We strongly recommend reserving your tickets early before space sells out.
Tickets include entry only. Premium tickets include reserved seating. Details about food vendors coming soon.
Accessibility & Inclusivity
The whole human family is welome. All generations, mixed households, and first-time guests. Event will be conducted in English language.
AARC is a fully accessible venue with designated parking and accessible sidewalks, entries. paths, doors, and restrooms.
Agenda
🕑: 03:00 PM - 04:00 PM
Youth Showcase
🕑: 04:00 PM - 04:45 PM
Dance Showcase
🕑: 04:45 PM - 05:45 PM
Live Music Entertainment
🕑: 06:00 PM - 07:00 PM
Diwali Dance Party
Event venue & nearby stays
Asian American Resource Center Nonprofit, 8401 Cameron Road, Austin, United States
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