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A Bollywood dance taster session, pooja and aarthi, music, games, and a three-course Indian meal are included with the ticket
The Longford Indian Community will host a cultural celebration - Diwali Delight 2025, the Festival of Lights — on Saturday, October 25 at the Temperance Hall, Longford, from 5pm to 9pm.
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This year, the event is proudly featured under the “Home of Halloween” campaign, highlighting how Diwali — the festival that celebrates light triumphing over darkness — beautifully connects with the ancient Irish festival of Samhain, which also marks the transition from light to winter darkness.
The evening will feature vibrant cultural performances, a Bollywood dance taster session, pooja and aarthi, music, games, and a three-course Indian meal included with the ticket.
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On behalf of Longford Indian Community, Swetha Shashikumar said, “We look forward to welcoming people to this celebration of culture, unity, and diversity with the wider Longford community on Saturday.”
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