Last year’s Diwali festivities included colorful rangoli (traditional chalk art) created with glitter pens and stencils. Volunteer artists adorned hands with henna. Photos: Edina Asian American Alliance
Edina Asian American Alliance (EAAA) has been holding an annual Diwali event for several years. For this year’s Festival of Lights, EAAA has joined forces with 50th & France and Raag for the business district’s first-ever Diwali celebration.
It starts with a Diwali Kick-Off on October 10 from 6–8 p.m. at Nolan Mains. There will be vibrant dance and music performances by local groups, including Edina-based South Asian Arts & Theater House (SAATH) and Beta Version. Raag will be providing chai and samosas. There will also be festive displays, community art projects and special shopping promotions from local businesses.
It’s part of a whole weekend of festivities, including events at Raag. For more information, visit 50thandfrance.com or edinaasianamericanalliance.org.
