Event Description:
Have you ever designed a colourful rangoli, decorated a glowing diya or been draped in an elegant sari? Celebrate Diwali – the Festival of Lights at Chiltern Open Air Museum as this joyful cultural event returns for its third year with an even brighter programme.
Discover the stories and traditions behind Diwali through a lively programme of music, dance, crafts and family entertainment. Enjoy Indian music, get moving with Bollywood dance, create colourful rangoli designs and decorate diyas. Visitors can also try on traditional saris and dhotis and get creative with lantern-making activities.
With delicious Indian and South Asian food available on site, the museum comes alive with colour, light and celebration. Whether you already celebrate Diwali or are discovering the Festival of Lights for the first time, this welcoming event offers a wonderful opportunity for families to come together and experience its traditions.
Event Highlights
Indian music and Bollywood dance
Diwali storytelling and cultural traditions
Rangoli, diya decorating and henna art
Sari and dhoti dress-up
Lantern-making and hands-on crafts
Indian and South Asian food available on site
A colourful, family-friendly celebration in the museum’s historic setting
£13.50 for adults £11.50 for children when pre-booked
* Event details accurate at the time of publishing; please check the organiser's website for the latest updates.
Event Location:
Chiltern Open Air Museum
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