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SUMMARY:Victorian Festival of Diwali 2025
DESCRIPTION:  \nCelebrate Diwali – Festival of Lights. \nJoin Diwali festivities over two days\, for the 20th annual Victorian Festival of Diwali at Fed Square. Experience the traditional and contemporary cultural feast of India\, with live music\, classical\, folk and Bollywood dance performances\, yoga\, meditation workshops as well as circus acts and craft for children. \nExplore the market bazaar in the Main Square\, where you can find handcrafts and jewellery\, and along Birrarung Marr Walk you’ll find delectable Indian street foods. \nDon’t miss this beautiful festival renowned for its spectacular fireworks\, multicultural performances and hundreds of glittering lamps to light up the darkness. \nBring the whole family to join in the festivities. \nVisit the Celebrate India website for up-to-date program information. \nDiwali is presented by Celebrate India with support from Fed Square. \nGET TICKETS HERE: https://fedsquare.com/events/diwali
URL:https://www.indianlink.com.au/whats-on/victorian-festival-of-diwali-2025/2025-10-11/
LOCATION:Federation Square\, Swanston St & Flinders St\,\, Melbourne\, Melbourne City\, 3000\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Legacy of Guru Nanak: Langgar of Peace\, Compassion and Forgiveness
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis event is a heartfelt celebration of the enduring legacy of Guru Nanak Dev Ji\, the founder of Sikhism\, whose universal teachings of peace\, compassion\, equality\, and selfless service continue to inspire communities around the world. As the first Sikh Guru\, Guru Nanak Ji’s message transcends religious boundaries and speaks to the shared human values of love\, humility\, and unity.\n\n\nThrough this event\, we hope to foster deeper interfaith connections\, promote mutual respect\, and highlight the importance of social harmony in our beautifully diverse state of Victoria. We believe that multiculturalism thrives when communities come together in understanding and spirit\, and this day seeks to embody that vision. \n\nThe day will feature:\n📽️ A short video highlighting the legacy of Guru Nanak\n🎤 Speeches from VIPs and community leaders\n🤝  A special interfaith presentation on the themes of peace\, compassion and forgiveness\n✨ Fun and engaging children’s activities\n🎶 Soulful Keertan (spiritual hymns) performed by local Sikh musicians\n⚔️ Exciting Gatka demonstrations (Traditional Sikh martial arts)\n🎀 Turban tying experience to celebrate Sikh identity and inclusivity\n\n🍛 And of course\, a traditional Langgar – free vegetarian meals and masala tea for all\, served to all\, regardless of background or beliefs \nBring your family and friends and be part of a joyful day\, celebrating the values that unite us all. \n\n\nNo RSVP required—just come along and enjoy!\nPlease see attached the event poster for more details.\nWe look forward to seeing you there!\n\nFIND OUT MORE HERE: Guru Nanak’s Legacy: Sikh Interfaith Council of Victoria
URL:https://www.indianlink.com.au/whats-on/legacy-of-guru-nanak-langgar-of-peace-compassion-and-forgiveness/
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SUMMARY:Bread\, Circuses and Home -Thukral and Tagra
DESCRIPTION:  \nBread\, Circuses and Home is a performative installation to unfold at Fed Square\, drawing inspiration from the site of Akhara\, the wrestling ground. \nConsume the sights\, tastes and sounds of Punjab in this vibrant installation and performance series about migration and resilience. \nBread\, Circuses and Home is a free public installation and mini-festival by innovative Delhi-based artist duo Jiten Thukral (Jalandhar\, Punjab) and Sumir Tagra (New Delhi). \nInspired by the artists’ research in Melbourne and their ongoing work with migrant communities\, this work takes its cue from the urgent agricultural crisis faced by Punjabi farmers in India. Year on year\, generational divisions of land\, climate change\, politics and inadequate laws have severely affected Punjabi farmers’ livelihoods\, forcing many to relocate their lives\, including to Australia. \nBread\, Circuses and Home is a collaboration with Melbourne’s diverse Punjabi communities and a celebration of the unique ways that cultures adapt\, survive and transform in the wake of international migration. Drawing inspiration from the act of kushti (a form of traditional Indian wrestling) and the wrestling ground Akhara\, Bread\, Circuses and Home is a free\, vibrant display of Punjabi folk music\, radio programming and interactive game plays will also accompany the installation. \nGather with the Punjabi community to learn\, share meals\, reflect and celebrate. \n\n\n\nFriday 28 Feb (opening night) \n6 – 8pm \nKushti wrestling demonstrations \nSpoken word poetry by Sukhjit Khalsa \nTraditional Sitar played by Rajbir Singh \nBhangra dancing by Bhangranation DHOLWISE \nMusic by Karamveer Singh \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nSaturday 1 March \n3 – 6pm \nKushti wrestling demonstrations \nMending circle with Manjari \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nSunday 2 March \n3 – 6pm \nMending circle with Manjari \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nMonday 3 March \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nTuesday 4 March \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nWednesday 5 March \n6 – 8pm \nMending circle with Manjari \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nThursday 6 March \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nFriday 7 March \n6 – 8pm \nChildren’s Kushti wrestling demonstrations \nBhangra dancing by Bhangranation DHOLWISE \nTabla and string performance by Kul \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nSaturday 8 March \n3 – 5pm \nChildren’s Kushti wrestling demonstrations \nBhangra Dancing and Dohl drummer by Sapphire Dance \nMusic by Karamveer Singh \nTabla and string performance by Kul \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nSunday 9 March \n11 – 1pm \nChildren’s Kushti wrestling \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \nMonday 10 March \n11am – 1pm \nMending circle with Manjari \nFarmer is a Wrestler (Interactive game) \n\n\n\nFIND OUT MORE HERE: Bread\, Circuses and Home | Asia TOPA
URL:https://www.indianlink.com.au/whats-on/bread-circuses-and-home-thukral-and-tagra/2025-03-10/
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