Light Up Bella Vista: A Diwali Celebration

5pm to 8pm, Sunday 13 October

Presented by Landcom in partnership with the Community Migrant Resource Centre

Thanks to everyone who joined us for Light Up Bella Vista, a vibrant celebration of Diwali, at Bella Vista Pocket Park. This event brought together people from all backgrounds for a joyous evening filled with food, music, dancing, and lights.

• Electric fireworks by Guru productions
• Kids’ Diwali fashion show by Divine Sparkles
• Interactive Bollywood dance by Nikhil’s Dance Group
• Dance beats with a live set by DJ AJ
• Cultural activities including diya painting and Rangoli colouring by CMRC, henna art and a demonstration by an Abacus guru on the power of traditional Indian Abacus and Vedic maths
• The Spirit of Diwali: a visual journey through its sacred stories that explore the pivotal tales that define Diwali by Bollywood Mantra 4U 
• Tantalising eats from Pocket Rocketz and Dakshin Eats food trucks
• Cultural stalls and shopping: Indian clothing, jewellery, kids' accessories, and healthy snacks

This free family-friendly event was open to all, celebrating harmony and togetherness. Local residents and people visiting from afar, came to experience the vibrancy of Diwali with us.