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4 upcoming celebration events posted by organisers in the desi community. Each one has its own page here with the date, venue, line-up, what is included and ticket prices — tickets are booked on Godesi.com.

Grand Diwali Mela 2026 — Indo American Foundation of Arizona

Sat, Nov 71:00 AM · Phoenix, AZFree entryTomorrow

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Grand Diwali Mela 2026 — Indo American Foundation of Arizona

Indo American Foundation of Arizona presents the Grand Diwali Mela 2026 — three evenings of food, attractions, kids activities and a cultural program & talent showcase, also marking the America 250th anniversary celebration. Every year 3,000–5,000 visitors attend. Business / commercial booths: 1 day $250 · all 3 days $500 (save $250). Non-profit organizations get a free table to share their mission. Booth setup from 3 PM; events start 6 PM onwards each day. Register for a booth: https://bit.ly/EktaDiwali2026 — limited spaces, first come first served. No duplicate menus — secure your menu early. Questions — Manish 602-688-7011 · Prasad 602-427-8863 · Subbu 602-420-2223 · Preeti Sanga 248-595-3987. Sponsors and donors welcome.

📍 Bharatiya Ekta Mandir, Phoenix, AZ

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Festival of Lights at India Hub — Diwali Mela & Performances

Sat, Nov 76:00 PM · Schaumburg, ILFree entryThis week

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Festival of Lights at India Hub — Diwali Mela & Performances

India Hub Foundation celebrates Diwali with the community: shopping, culture and creativity for the whole family — free event, all are welcome. Diwali Mela 12–8 PM — shop, support small businesses, find unique gifts. Diya Making 4–6 PM — paint and take home your own diya (while supplies last). Semi-Kathak Bollywood Dance 5 PM — by Sloka Nambiar, American Natya Idol National Bronze Medalist. Theatrical Performance 5 PM — by Science of Spirituality. In collaboration with Science of Spirituality. Questions: 1-888-886-6335 or office@indiahub.org · indiahub.org

📍 India Hub, Schaumburg, IL

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Diwali Together — Diwali on the Waterfront

Sat, Nov 78:00 PM · Jersey City, NJFree entryThis week

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Diwali Together — Diwali on the Waterfront

Indo American Festivals Inc. and Viaana & Co. present Diwali on the Waterfront — where Diwali feels like home, with the Manhattan skyline as the backdrop. Lakshmi Ganesh Aarti & signature diya moment · Ramleela by Navrang Dance Academy · Bollywood jamming by KissaMusic · Kids techno DJ by DJ Shivga · Dhol Tasha & Punjabi dhol dance by Siddhivinayak Dhol Tasha & Dhol Diligence. FREE event, open to all — registration required (free sweets for all!). Register via @diwalitogether on Instagram. Media partners: Radio Zindagi, The Indian Eye News Group, Global Punjab, India Life TV, TV Asia.

📍 Exchange Place waterfront, Jersey City, NJ

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Video Karaoke & Fun Open Mic — Deepavali Charity Night

Sat, Nov 148:30 PM · Yonkers, NY$15Next week

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Video Karaoke & Fun Open Mic — Deepavali Charity Night

The India Center of Westchester and Anandha Raagam present their annual Deepavali charity event — an evening of video karaoke, open mic, delicious food and community celebration. Contribution $15–$25 (includes event admission and dinner). Proceeds benefit the Westchester Nepali Community and AWAKE Westchester (Asian Women's Alliance for Kinship & Equality). Donation & sponsorship levels: Silver $50 (1 participant free) · Gold $100 (2 free) · Diamond $250 (3 free) · Platinum $500 (4 free). Register & RSVP: https://tinyurl.com/ICARaagamKaraoke — questions: Bala 914-912-8320.

📍 Yonkers Grinton I. Will Public Library, Yonkers, NY

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