ArohaFest Diwali Royale

presented by Aroha Fine Arts and the NAC

© ArohaFest

ArohaFest Diwali Royale is the only fully bilingual festival showcasing the arts and culture of India in Canada while highlighting Diwali, the ancient and regal festival of lights. 

From October 14 to 19, a series of activities and performances for the whole family will take place at the NAC, including a kathak dance showcase, yoga, henna painting, a Rangoli community mural, and a closing Bollywood dance party!

Upcoming events

  1. Free
    © Jagatheeswaralaya Fine Arts Centre
    Presented by Aroha Fine Arts and the NAC

    ArohaFest Diwali Royale ArohaFest Diwali Royale ArohaFest Diwali Royale

    Free performances
    Oct 14 - 18, 2024 Oct 14 - 18, 2024 Peter A. Herrndorf Place
    Free

    On October 14, 15, 17, and 18, this festival will bring to the NAC a variety of pop-up performances that will showcase a Malayalam Choir as well as the classical (Kathak, Bharatanatyam, Mohinyattam), and folk (Bangla, Garba) dances of India.

  2. © Darbar Kathak
    Presented by Aroha Fine Arts and the NAC

    Darbar Kathak Darbar Kathak Darbar Kathak

    ArohaFest Diwali Royale
    Oct 16, 2024 - 7 PM EDT Oct 16, 2024 - 7 PM EDT Azrieli Studio
    Tickets

    Experience a royal soirée in the enchanting world of Kathak dance. Transporting audiences to the regal courts of India, this immersive production showcases the choreographic works of the Artistic Director and Founder of Aroha Fine Arts and ArohaFest, Anjali Patil. With…

  3. Free
    © Hardeep Buckshi
    Presented by Aroha Fine Arts and the NAC

    ArohaFest Diwali Royale ArohaFest Diwali Royale ArohaFest Diwali Royale

    Community Event
    Oct 19, 2024 - 10:30 AM EDT Oct 19, 2024 - 10:30 AM EDT Peter A. Herrndorf Place
    Free

    Enjoy a full day of interactive and immersive workshops and performances featuring folk (Lavani, Bhangra) and Bollywood dances, as well as the semi-classical music of India. This family-friendly event will also offer a yoga session, henna painting, a Rangoli community…

Past events

Free Festival
Presented by Aroha Fine Arts and the NAC ArohaFest Diwali Royale Free performances Oct 14 - 18, 2024