Community Events

Fab Bangali Durga Puja & Diwali Celebration 2026

Oct 16 – Nov 14, 2026 · 5:00 PM–9:00 PM PT · Redmond Sai Baba Temple (18109 NE 76th St Unit 108, Redmond, WA 98052)

**Fab Bangali Durga Puja & Diwali Celebration 2026** is a twin festive showcase organized by Fab Bangali celebrating Navratri and Diwali in Redmond. The festivities open with a free-entry Durga Puja featuring traditional rituals, prasad, anjali, dhanuchi nach, and cultural performances at Redmond Sai Baba Temple, followed in November by a festive Diwali celebration with live dining, DJ entertainment, and cultural programs at the India Community and Cultural Center. **Key Details** * **Organizer:** Fab Bangali * **Durga Puja 2026:** * **Dates:** October 16th to 18th, 2026 * **Venue:** Redmond Sai Baba Temple (18109 NE 76th St Unit 108, Redmond, WA 98052) * **Admission:** Free Entry (includes Pujo, Prasad, Anjali, Dhanuchi Nach, Cultural Program) * **Diwali Celebration:** * **Date & Time:** Saturday, November 14th, 2026 | 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM * **Venue:** ICCC – India Community and Cultural Center (7115 224th Ave NE, Redmond, WA 98053) * **Highlights:** Cultural Program, DJ, and Dining

नेहा & Neel (Neha and Neel / नेहा और नील)

Oct 16 – Nov 8, 2026 · 7:30 PM–9:15 PM PT · Seattle Public Theater, Green lake , Seattle

Neha (नेहा) fears she has failed to pass her language and culture down to her seventeen-year-old son, Neel (नील). A summer trip to visit colleges could be Neha's last chance, if only she can get Neel to visit the historic Hope Diamond and witness a piece of Indian history for himself. नेहा & Neel (Neha and Neel | नेहा और नील) is a road trip comedy about how our families and our values evolve from one generation to the next. This production's run coincides with this year's Diwali season, and we welcome you to bring your spirit of celebration with you.

Pichwai- Rajasthani Art Beyond Borders

Oct 23 – Dec 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM–7:00 PM PT · Seattle

Live2Dance Waali Diwali

10/24/2026 · 12:00 PM–6:00 PM PT · 415 Westlake (415 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109)

Live2Dance Waali Diwali is an expansive indoor Diwali mela presented by the Live2Serve Foundation at 415 Westlake in Seattle. Billed as Seattle’s biggest Diwali mela, the community festival features festive market stalls with traditional clothing and sweets, cultural activities, carnival-style games, and holiday celebrations for all ages. Key Details Event: Live2Dance Waali Diwali Organizer: Live2Serve Foundation (Live2Dance Seattle) Date & Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM PDT Venue: 415 Westlake (415 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109) Admission: Timed entry (Pay What You Want / RSVP available via Ticketleap)

Karwa Chauth: Chand Churiyan aur Saheli

10/24/2026 · 6:00 PM–10:00 PM PT · The Grand Banquet Hall, Bothell

Chand Churiyan aur Saheli is a ladies-only Karwa Chauth celebration hosted by Fuljhadi Entertainment. Designed as a vibrant festive night out, the event highlights sisterhood, culture, and entertainment with live DJ music, dhol, dinner, mehndi artists, a shopping bazaar, fun games, and raffle prizes. Key Details Event: Chand Churiyan aur Saheli (Karwa Chauth Celebration) Audience: Ladies Only Date & Time: Saturday, October 24 | 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Venue: The Grand Banquet Hall (2020 Maltby Rd #14, Bothell, WA 98021) Tickets: $25 Early Bird (First 50 tickets) Organizer: Fuljhadi Entertainment

Karwa Chauth – Chand Churiyan aur Saheli

10/24/2026 · 6:00 PM–11:00 PM PT · The Grand Banquet Hall, Bothell, WA

Karwa Chauth: Chand Churiyan aur Saheli is a ladies-only festive celebration hosted by Fuljhadi Entertainment at The Grand Banquet Hall in Bothell. Designed to celebrate sisterhood, cultural traditions, and togetherness, the evening features a shopping bazaar, food, DJ and live dhol music, games, dance performances, raffles, prizes, and a photo booth. Key Details Event: Karwa Chauth – Chand Churiyan aur Saheli Audience: Ladies Only Date & Time: Saturday, October 24, 2026 | Starts at 6:00 PM Venue: The Grand Banquet Hall, Bothell, WA Admission: $25 Early Bird (First 50 tickets; RSVP via flyer QR code) Organizer: Fuljhadi Entertainment Social Media: Instagram @fuljhadien | Facebook: Fuljhadi Entertainment

CACTUSS Live

10/24/2026 · Time TBD · Tahoma High School PAC

CACTUSS Live

10/24/2026 · 6:00 PM–9:00 PM PT · Tahoma High School PAC

Some dreams are worth waiting for For five incredible years, Moitri has celebrated Bengal's culture, traditions, and togetherness in the Pacific Northwest. Every challenge we've faced has only strengthened our commitment to creating unforgettable experiences for our community. This year, we're making history. For the first time ever in Seattle, the legendary Bengali rock band Cactuss is coming to perform live at Moitri Durga Puja 2026! Get ready to relive the songs that became the soundtrack of our college days, our friendships, and our memories.

Dandiya Night with DJ YRUS

10/24/2026 · 5:30 PM–9:30 PM PT · Rose Hill Middle School (13505 NE 75th St, Redmond, WA 98052)

Dandiya Night with DJ YRUS is a festive cultural Garba and Dandiya evening organized by the Bellevue Hindu Temple and Cultural Center at Rose Hill Middle School in Redmond. The family celebration features high-energy music by DJ YRUS, contests with exciting prizes for Best Dancer and Best Costume, a dedicated photo booth, ample parking, and food alongside dandiya sticks available for purchase. Key Details Event: Dandiya Night with DJ YRUS Organizer: Bellevue Hindu Temple and Cultural Center Date & Time: Saturday, October 24th, 2026 | 5:30 PM – 9:30 PM Venue: Rose Hill Middle School (13505 NE 75th St, Redmond, WA 98052) Tickets: Early bird pricing available on Sulekha Official Website: bellevuehindutemple.com

Durga Puja and Cactuss Live

10/24/2026 · 6:00 PM–10:31 PM PT · Tahoma High School PAC

Karwa Chauth 2026 – Mehndi Ki Raat

10/25/2026 · 4:00 PM–8:00 PM PT · Empire Banquet Hall (21222 30th Dr SE Suite 110, Bothell, WA 98021)

Karwa Chauth 2026: Mehndi Ki Raat is an evening celebration organized by Colors of Redmond (COR) in honor of Karwa Chauth. Hosted at the Empire Banquet Hall, the event brings women together for an evening of professional henna application, live music, entertainment, elevated dining, and a live DJ set by DJ Jess Sran alongside special guest Sonia Keshwani. Key Details Event: Karwa Chauth 2026 – Mehndi Ki Raat Date & Time: Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM Venue: Empire Banquet Hall (21222 30th Dr SE Suite 110, Bothell, WA 98021) Admission: Ticketed (Early Bird tickets available via QR code) Organizer: COR (Colors of Redmond) Website: colorsofredmond.com

Diwali Mela 2026

10/25/2026 · 3:00 PM–9:00 PM PT · North Creek High School Commons (3613 191st Pl SE, Bothell, WA 98012)

**Diwali Mela 2026** is a free, family-friendly community celebration hosted by the Washington Indian Association (WAIA) at North Creek High School Commons in Bothell. Held under the banner *"Lights, Culture, Community, Fun for All!"*, the evening brings the community together for festive shopping, food stalls, stage performances, photo booths, mehndi, face painting, kids' activities, and free dandiya dancing. **Key Details** * **Event:** Diwali Mela 2026 * **Host Organization:** Washington Indian Association (WAIA) * **Date & Time:** Sunday, October 25, 2026 | 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM *(Date changed to Oct 25th)* * **Venue:** North Creek High School Commons (3613 191st Pl SE, Bothell, WA 98012) * **Admission:** Free Entry * **Highlights:** Diwali shopping, food vendors, cultural performances, photo booth, mehndi, face painting, kids' activities, and free dandiya * **Registration:** Accessible via the "Register Now" QR code on the flyer

"आले पाक" (Aale Paak) – Stand-Up Comedy by Mandar Bhide

10/30/2026 · 7:00 PM–10:00 PM PT · Kirkland Performing Arts Center (350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033)

Aale Paak (आले पाक) is a live Marathi stand-up comedy special starring acclaimed comedian Mandar Bhide, presented by DME Presents in partnership with the Seattle Maharashtra Mandal. Hosted at the Kirkland Performing Arts Center, the show delivers an evening of sharp observational humor, relatable cultural anecdotes, and laughter for the Pacific Northwest Marathi community. Key Details Event: Aale Paak – Stand-Up Comedy by Mandar Bhide Date & Time: Friday, October 30, 2026 | 7:00 PM Venue: Kirkland Performing Arts Center (350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033) Organizers: DME Presents (Community Partner: Seattle Maharashtra Mandal) Tickets & Info: dmepresents.com Contact: Ajinkya (+1 647-992-4217)

A Fundraiser – Sufi Night with Padam Shri Anup Jalota Ji

10/30/2026 · 6:30 PM–10:30 PM PT · The Grand Banquet Hall (2020 Maltby Rd #14, Bothell, WA 98021)

A Fundraiser: Sufi Night with Padam Shri Anup Jalota Ji is a live musical concert and charity gala presented by Roundglass Foundation and USA Travel Services at The Grand Banquet Hall in Bothell. The evening features devotional, classical, and Sufi melodies by Padma Shri Anup Jalota, pairing spiritual music with philanthropic community support. Key Details Event: A Fundraiser – Sufi Night with Padam Shri Anup Jalota Ji Organizers: Roundglass Foundation & USA Travel Services Date & Time: Friday, October 30, 2026 | Doors open at 6:30 PM, Show starts at 7:30 PM Venue: The Grand Banquet Hall (2020 Maltby Rd #14, Bothell, WA 98021) Ticketing: Available via Sulekha (sulekha.com/p/anupjalotawa) or by scanning the on-poster QR code Contacts: Poonam (Roundglass) at 603-266-9125 | Amit (USA Travel Services) at 206-992-2724

Redmond Diwali Bazaar

10/31/2026 · 12:00 PM–6:30 PM PT · Hilton Garden Inn Redmond (16630 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA 98052)

Redmond Diwali Bazaar is an annual festive shopping and cultural event hosted by The Pashm - Exotic Art Blends. Held at the Hilton Garden Inn Redmond, the third-annual showcase features international designers from India and Canada offering traditional and fusion attire, imitation jewelry, home decor, handicrafts, food stalls, free gifts, and raffles. Key Details Event: Redmond Diwali Bazaar Date & Time: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 12:00 PM – 6:30 PM Venue: Hilton Garden Inn Redmond (16630 Redmond Way, Redmond, WA 98052) Admission: Free Entry (RSVP via flyer QR code) Organizer: The Pashm - Exotic Art Blends

Anuradha Sriram Live in Seattle

10/31/2026 · 6:00 PM–10:30 PM PT · Kirkland Performance Center (350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033)

Anuradha Sriram Live in Seattle is a live musical concert presented by Big Basky Event and Prem.ium Marketing at the Kirkland Performance Center. Featuring acclaimed Indian playback singer Anuradha Sriram accompanied by the Rhythms Studio musical ensemble, the evening showcases a dynamic repertoire of film hits and live melodies for South Asian music enthusiasts across the Greater Seattle area. Key Details Event: Anuradha Sriram Live with Rhythms Studio Date & Time: Saturday, October 31, 2026 | Starts at 6:00 PM Venue: Kirkland Performance Center (350 Kirkland Ave, Kirkland, WA 98033) Organizers: Big Basky Event & Prem.ium Marketing Ticketing / Registration: bookmytickets.us

Shankar Mahadevan Academy Annual Classical Music Showcase

10/31/2026 · 2:30 PM–5:00 PM PT · 308 4th Ave S, Kirkland, WA 98033

Shankar Mahadevan Academy Pacific Northwest chapter is hosting our 2026 Annual Classical Music Showcase on Saturday, October 31st at 2:30 PM in Kirkland. Our performers are excited to showcase an afternoon dedicated to Indian Classical Music. 👉 RSVP here: https://tugoz.com/SMA2026 📅 When: Saturday, Oct 31, 2026 | 2:30 PM PST 📍 Where: 308 4th Ave S, Kirkland, WA 98033 Hope to see you there!

Blood Drive

10/31/2026 · 9:00 AM–3:00 PM PT · Ruchi Indian Restaurant Parking Lot (1360 156th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98007)

WAIA Youth Blood Drive is a community service initiative organized by the Washington Indian Association Youth (WAIA Youth) in the parking lot of Ruchi Indian Restaurant in Bellevue. Held under the message "Every donation is a gift of hope. Help save lives by donating blood," the event invites local community members to schedule appointments and donate blood to support regional healthcare needs. Key Details Event: Blood Drive Organizer: WAIA Youth (Washington Indian Association Youth) Date & Time: October 31, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM Location: Ruchi Indian Restaurant Parking Lot (1360 156th Ave NE, Bellevue, WA 98007) Registration / Booking: www.waia4us.com or via the on-flyer QR code Contact Email: waia4us@gmail.com

Sankara Nethralaya USA – Musical Event

10/31/2026 · 7:00 PM–10:30 PM PT · Vasa Park Resort (3560 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Bellevue, WA 98008)

**Sankara Nethralaya USA Musical Event** is a live musical concert and charity fundraiser held at Vasa Park Resort in Bellevue. Featuring acclaimed singers Ramu and Anjana Soumya, the evening pairs live music with philanthropic giving to support free vision-restoring surgeries, mobile eye surgical units, and healthcare services for underprivileged communities in India. **Key Details** * **Event:** Sankara Nethralaya USA Musical Event (Fundraiser) * **Host Organization:** Sankara Nethralaya USA – Seattle WA Team * **Featured Artists:** Ramu & Anjana Soumya * **Date & Time:** Saturday, October 31, 2026 | 7:00 PM PST * **Venue:** Vasa Park Resort (3560 West Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE, Bellevue, WA 98008) * **Cause:** Funding cataract surgeries, mobile eye surgical units (MESU), and rural eye screening camps * **Registration & Donations:** Available via the QR codes on the flyer and online at [sankaranethralayausa.org](https://www.sankaranethralayausa.org) * **Contact:** Toll-Free `(855) 463-8472`