Victoria's 4th Annual India Fest (Mela)

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Monday, August 5th, 2013
August 5- 9 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM August 10 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM August 11 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

The India-Canada Cultural Association of Victoria will proudly host the fourth annual INDIA FEST (MELA) from August 5th to the 11th, 2013, at the Victoria City Hall Centennial Square.

August 5- 9 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
August 10 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM
August 11 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM

India Fest(Mela) is a culturally inclusive, free public event, showcasing Victoria�s Indian community. It is an opportunity for this community to share the power, diversity and colour of Indian culture with the people of Vancouver Island.

This seven-day event features a pulsing hot main stage with professional and budding semi-professional, live Indian entertainment. Classical and modern Bollywood dances/music, Gidda, Bhangra, Garba/Dhandia dances, as well as a fashion & jewelry show will be included.

In addition, highly energetic entertainment from many other multicultural communities will be showcased: performances by Middle Eastern, Chinese, Philippines, Latin, and other cultures from the mosaic that is Canada.

There will be an Opening Ceremonies including the Flag Hoisting to commemorate India�s 66th year of independence, on the MELA stage, at 11:00am on Saturday, August 10th.

Enjoy a full menu of mouth watering authentic Indian foods available at the food stand (butter chicken, naan, Vegetable curries, rice, pakoras, samosas, papadam), a Masala chai and sweets booth and the barbequed Indian delicacies booth.

Items and artistic services such as clothing, jewelry, henna and palm reading can be purchased at the many Indian cultural kiosks. We will also feature Balloon animals, face painting, and much more that will broaden the range of appeal, from children to seniors.

View the full-colour poster!
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