Students and community volunteers will spring into action to help celebrate the spectacular Indian festival of Diwali at the Oriental Museum on Saturday 2 November, 6 – 8pm.
Diwali is the Indian festival of lights and is celebrated by Hindus, Sikhs, Jains and some Buddhists. It marks the victory of good over evil and hope over despair. The annual event has become a highlight of the year for the Oriental Museum. As the dark nights draw in, it is a wonderful opportunity to bring people together for an evening of light and family-friendly celebration.
Visitors will be able to enjoy a varied range of themed activities, including fun crafts in the galleries, traditional prayers said to the goddess Lakshmi, and a colourful Bollywood dance performance, as well as live music, delicious Indian snacks and more.
Students from the Hindu Society are collaborating with the Oriental Museum to host the event and are excited to welcome visitors to join in with the Diwali celebrations. They are preparing traditional Indian food to share with visitors and will be conducting prayers and performing music and ensuring visitors enjoy the event.
Everyone is welcome to enjoy this family friendly event. Tickets are priced £3 for adults and children. Children under 5 are free of charge.
Tickets for the event must be booked in advance and to ensure smooth service visitors will be asked to choose a food slot when they book.
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