Creekside Park in Vancouver is set to buzz with excitement and cultural richness as it hosts the Festival of India, a vibrant celebration steeped in ancient tradition.
This two-day event is inspired by the historic Ratha Yatra festival from India. It offers a unique cultural experience that is both immersive and inclusive.
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Festival of India 2024
This year’s Festival of India takes place on Saturday, August 17th, from 11 am – 5 pm, and Sunday, August 18th, from 11 am until dusk. The parade takes place at noon on the second day.
Vancouver’s plant-based open air SoulVeg Market will feature over 30 local artisans, Yoga & Kirtan on the main stage, delicious food, bouncy castles and caricature artists for kids, basketball and giant Jenga for teens, and so much more.
Vendors this year include:
- Kirtan Vancouver
- Sweven Print Design
- A Healthy Beginning
- Mush Creations
- Fashionoise Collections
- Hennabydhwani
- OHME! Foods
- Too Good Coffee & Roastery
- K-SO VEGAN QUESO
- Essential Toothpaste
- Cherryberrycanada
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One of the event’s most noteworthy attractions is FREE full course meals for 10,000 people.
The Parade
On Sunday, the grand parade winds around False Creek, inviting everyone to join in.
The day also features live music, cultural dance performances, theatre, and more delicious plant-based eats.
Conveniently located near Science World and easily accessible by Skytrain, the Festival of India invites everyone to partake in this free, family-friendly event.
To learn more about the Festival of India, please visit their website.
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