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Grand parade with cultural floats & folk dances.
19th VPA – Vishwa Vokkaligara Sammelana
ಭೂಮಿ ತಾಯಿಯ ಮಕ್ಕಳು; ಜಗದ ತುಂಬ ಒಕ್ಕಲು
Until we gather in Denton, Texas.
Two ways to partner with the 19th VPA – Vishwa Vokkaligara Sammelana — for businesses, and for individuals & families.
$3,000 to $25,000
Exhibitor booth only: $3,000 (10′×10′) · $4,000 (10′×20′)
View business packages$1,500 to $15,000+
VPA is a 501(c)(3) — part of your sponsorship may be tax-deductible.
View family packagesThe 19th Convention is run by committees across six operational pillars, with clear RACI roles so every task has an owner. Explore the committees and what each one does.
“I am deeply grateful for the trust and confidence in me by our community. Alongside a highly dedicated and talented Executive Team, I look forward to serving VPA with integrity, transparency, and a shared vision, focused on unity and growth across North America.”
Since 1991, VPA has been a home away from home for Vokkaliga families across North America — preserving our heritage, connecting families and strengthening community through four regions and biennial national conventions.
Planned programs and forums — schedule and speakers to be announced.
Grand parade with cultural floats & folk dances.
Celebrity artists, music, drama & dance.
Global virtual open-innovation challenge for youth.
Keynotes, startup pitches & networking.
Health, wellness, finance & empowerment.
Leadership workshops & social mixers.
Cricket, Volleyball, Badminton & 5K Run.
The 19th Convention is built for young families, young professionals and singles too — not just a stage to watch, but a place to belong. Programs are planned; the schedule will be announced.
A relaxed mixer for young adults and singles to connect, network and make friends across all three days.
Explore programsLeadership workshops, speed-networking and sessions built for the next generation of the community.
Explore programsDedicated children’s activities and family-friendly programming, so every age has a place.
Explore programsThree days of hearty, non-vegetarian Karnataka cooking — village-style naati dishes, Bengaluru military-hotel classics and coastal favourites, served fresh at the convention.
Representative non-veg spread — the final menu will be confirmed by the Food committee.
Spiritual leaders and dignitaries for the 19th Convention will be announced soon.
Embassy Suites by Hilton Denton Convention Center · 3100 Town Center Trail, Denton, TX 76201 — in the Dallas–Fort Worth metro.
Reserve your passes for all three days in Denton — general admission, family and business packages, all on one secure online form.
Questions about registration? Email the convention Secretary at secretary@myvpa.org.
