As one of the most important holidays in India, the Diwali: Festival of Lights signifies the victory of light over darkness, good over evil, knowledge over ignorance, and hope over despair. Diwali, or Dipawali, is India’s biggest and most important holiday of the year. 

All are welcome and encouraged to join the Summit Area YMCA, in partnership with the Berkeley Heights Diversity Council, and the Springfield Unity Project, for a special community Celebration of Diwali, November 17, 4:00 PM, at the Berkeley Heights YMCA. Registration is required.

The Diwali Festival will feature programs for all ages, including music and dance performances, henna, arts & crafts, Indian cuisine (available for purchase), Bollywood dance, where all participants join in on the fun, plus the opportunity to learn about Diwali ceremonial rituals, customs and more! The festival gets its name from the row (avali) of clay lamps (deepa) that Indians light outside their homes to symbolize the inner light that protects from spiritual darkness.

Program:

Lighting Ceremony

Dance Performance

Arts & Crafts for Kids

Bollywood Dance Party

Indian Cuisine (Available for purchase from Neelam Indian Cuisine & South Street Market)

Register