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SUMMARY:Smorgasburg Diwali: Festival of Bites
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first-ever Smorgasburg Diwali: Festival of Bites in partnership with @browngirlmag! \nA two-day celebration of South Asian flavors\, culture\, and community — featuring guest vendors\, specials from our resident vendors\, and plenty of festive surprises 🎉\n📍 Sunday\, Oct 19 — Prospect Park • 11AM – 6PM \nVendor Highlights 🍴:\n🥪 Vada Pav by @fontainhas_dukaan\n🌯 Paratha Rolls by @kolachirolls\n🍪 Rasmalai Cookies by @doughnitgoods\n🥟 Fuchka by @themonkeykingnyc\n🍬 Mithai by @tagmonyc\n☕ Chai by @chaistreet.co\n🍩 Indian Fusion Desserts by @kneadsomeloveny\n🥞 Dosas by @dosa.brooklyn\n🍗 Mala Fried Chicken by @chippow_nyc\n🌮 Butter Chicken Tacos by @tacomahalnyc\n🥜 Indian Fusion Snacks by @baabufoods\n🍂 Organic Teas by @ayursomewellness \n🎶💃 Plus!\n🎧 Beats by @discoauntie\n💃 Traditional dance by @columbiaraas\n🎨 Interactive Rangoli by @sam.hit.a\n🤲 Henna by @mehendibymonika\n🛺 Mock Indian wedding pics by @ragstorickshaws\n🎨 Arts and Crafts with @theculturetree \nCelebrate\, eat\, and vibe with us at the Festival of Lights — Smorg style 🪔🍴💛
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/smorgasburg-diwali-festival-of-bites/
LOCATION:Prospect Park\, Brooklyn
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food,Mental Health
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SUMMARY:Diwali on the Hudson
DESCRIPTION:Join us this October to celebrate the Festival of Lights in the heart of New York City while creating meaningful impact for women and children in rural India. \nNow in its 13th year\, Diwali on the Hudson has become one of NYC’s most anticipated Diwali celebrations! Each year brings together philanthropists\, professionals\, creatives\, and changemakers for a night of culture\, connection\, and purpose. \nEvery ticket purchased directly supports the Desai Foundation’s programs focused on health\, livelihood\, and menstrual equity across rural India. \n📍 HK Hall\, New York City\n📅 October 22\, 2026\n⏰ 7:00 PM onwards
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/diwali-on-the-hudson/
LOCATION:HK Hall\, 605 West 48 St.\, New York\, NY\, 10036\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261023
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261026
DTSTAMP:20261023T151139Z
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SUMMARY:Japanese Food Expo
DESCRIPTION:Japanese Food Expo 2026 is coming to New York! 🗽 \n📍 Japan Village\n934 3rd Ave\, Brooklyn\, NY 11232 \n📅 Dates & Hours\nOctober 23 (Fri) | 12:00 PM–7:00 PM\nOctober 24 (Sat) | 11:00 AM–8:00 PM\nOctober 25 (Sun) | 11:00 AM–6:00 PM \nGet ready to experience Japanese food and culture right here in New York! 🍣🍜✨
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/japanese-food-expo/
LOCATION:Japan Village\, 934 3rd Avenue\, Brooklyn\, NY\, 11232\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261024
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260928T175305Z
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SUMMARY:Diwali at Times Square
DESCRIPTION:Diwali at Times Square is the biggest Diwali celebration outside India that brings the Festival of Lights to the heart of New York City\, uniting communities through music\, dance\, art\, and culture. Over the years\, the event has grown into one of the largest South Asian cultural showcases in North America\, featuring world-class performers\, dignitaries\, and leading global brands\, while positioning Times Square as a platform for cultural unity and global visibility.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/diwali-at-times-square/
LOCATION:NY
CATEGORIES:Festival
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SUMMARY:Autumn Festival “Aki Matsuri”
DESCRIPTION:NEW YORK BUDDHIST CHURCH\nAUTUMN FESTIVAL “AKI MATSURI” 🇯🇵 \nWe’re excited to be joining the Autumn Festival at New York Buddhist Church on Saturday\, October 24th! \nCome celebrate Japanese culture and enjoy a wonderful day filled with Japanese films\, martial arts demonstrations\, traditional Japanese dance\, and an exciting Taiko performance by Soh Daiko! \nExplore delicious handmade snacks and pastries\, beautiful Japanese crafts and ceramics\, and of course\, shop our Tenugui Art collection! ✨ \nA portion of our sales proceeds will be donated to New York Buddhist Church to support and give back to our wonderful local community. ❤️
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/autumn-festival-aki-matsuri/
LOCATION:New York Buddhist Church\, 331 Riverside Drive\, New York\, NY\, 10025\, United States
CATEGORIES:Arts and Cultural Programs,Dance,Festival,Performance
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SUMMARY:Kimchi Festival
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the 2026 Kimchi Festival! \nExperience the flavors and traditions of Korea at this fun-filled community celebration! \n✨ Make your own kimchi\n✨ Try on a beautiful hanbok\n✨ Enjoy traditional Korean games and cultural activities\n✨ Family-friendly fun for all ages \n📅 Saturday\, October 24\, 2026\n⏰ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM\n📍 YWCA of Queens\, 42-07 Parsons Blvd\, Flushing\, NY 11355 \n🎟 Kimchi Making Experience: $20 (Registration Required)\n🎉 Festival Admission & Cultural Activities: FREE \nReserve your spot today!
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/kimchi-festival/
LOCATION:YWCA of Queens\, 42-07 Parsons Blvd.\, Flushing\, NY\, 11355\, United States
CATEGORIES:Festival,Food
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SUMMARY:First Annual La’akea Gathering
DESCRIPTION:Join for the 1st Annual Laʻakea Gathering\, an evening of culture\, connection\, and community celebrating nearly 20 years of Laʻakea Healing LLC serving individuals\, organizations\, and communities in Hawaiʻi and beyond\, alongside Ka Pā Hula O Laʻakea\, our lineage-based Healing and Hula Academy with communities in Hawaiʻi and New York City. \nGuided by the inaugural theme\, “Leadership\, Lineage & Legacy”\, you will honor the people and teachings that have shaped your journey\, celebrate the work happening today\, and share an exciting five-year vision for what comes next. \nEnjoy hula\, food\, a special lineage tribute\, keynote and five-year vision presentation\, the Laʻakea Marketplace\, silent auction\, raffle\, community networking\, and opportunities to explore the work and vision of Laʻakea while helping support the continued growth of our cultural\, healing\, educational\, and community initiatives. \nCome gather to honor the past\, celebrate the present\, and invest in the future.
URL:https://potluckasianamerica.org/event/first-annual-laakea-gathering/
LOCATION:The Center at West Park\, 263 W 86 St.\, New York\, New York\, 10024
CATEGORIES:Festival
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