Diwali Kickoff Party

Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, is an annual holiday that brings people together from across India and the world to celebrate goodness and knowledge with neighbors. This year Diwali returns to the CMA — South Carolina’s only international art museum — with dancing, shopping, food, chai, and art activities. Throw on some colorful clothes and dance to Bollywood and Bhangra tunes provided by Bhangra Vibes. Learn about the meaning behind Diwali at an information table. Participate in activities including Bhangra and Bollywood dance tutorials from Gruv Dance Academy, a Maharashtrian folk dance lesson led by Panna, rangoli design instruction from folk artist Jugnu Verma, and painting your own diya (clay lamp). Get a stylized henna tattoo from local artists. Take a photo with friends at a Bollywood-themed photo booth. Shop local Indian clothing vendors. Enjoy Indian food favorites for purchase from LOTA and Persis Biryani Indian Grill. Diwali activities are free. Gallery admission is free with membership or admission. Galleries open until 7:00 p.m. Member RegistrationPublic RegistrationThis event is supported in part by Bank of America. A grant from the Knight Foundation Fund at Central Carolina Community Foundation supported this project.Can we assist you with accommodations for accessibility during your visit? Please let us know at 803-799-2810 or [email protected].