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Join us in celebration

From vibrant festivals to community gatherings, there's always something happening at TIA. All are welcome — members and friends alike.

20 Oct
Festival of Lights

Diwali Celebration 2026

6:00 PM  ·  New Plymouth

Join us for an evening of lights, rangoli, traditional food, cultural performances, and fireworks to mark the Festival of Lights.

14 Mar
Festival of Colour

Holi — Festival of Colours

2:00 PM  ·  New Plymouth Park

Celebrate the arrival of spring with colour powder, music, dancing, and delicious traditional sweets in an outdoor extravaganza.

15 Aug
National celebration

India Independence Day 2026

5:00 PM  ·  Community Hall

Mark our heritage with flag-hoisting, cultural performances, patriotic songs, and a shared community dinner.

Festivals we celebrate

From the Festival of Lights to the vibrant Festival of Colours, TIA brings India's most beloved celebrations to the Taranaki community.

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Diwali
October / November
The Festival of Lights symbolises the triumph of light over darkness. Celebrated with oil lamps, rangoli, fireworks, sweets, and joyful gatherings.
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Holi
March
The Festival of Colours heralds the arrival of spring with vibrant coloured powders, water, music, and delicious traditional treats shared among friends.
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Independence Day
15 August
We honour India's independence with flag-hoisting ceremonies, patriotic performances, cultural programmes, and a shared community dinner.
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Republic Day
26 January
Celebrating India's constitution coming into effect in 1950 with cultural events, national pride, and a gathering of the entire Taranaki Indian community.