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Atlantic Coast · Vokkaligara Parishat of America
VPA East
~200 confirmed attendees at Deepavali Mahotsava 2024, Edison NJ. 16 states from Maine to North Carolina.
east@myvpa.org
16
States
Covered
VPA East Chapters
Live
States Covered (16)
New York
New Jersey
Pennsylvania
Connecticut
Delaware
Maine
Maryland
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
North Carolina
Rhode Island
South Carolina
Vermont
Virginia
Washington D.C.
West Virginia
✅ REAL EVENT DATA — confirmed via simpletix.com
Deepavali Mahotsava 2024 · October 26, 2024 · 4:30 PM – 9:30 PM
Parlor at Royal Ambassador Banquets, 2863 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ 08837
Organiser: shrydhar.gowda@gmail.com · Diya lighting · Fireworks · Open bar
Annual Events
Deepavali Mahotsava
Annual · Oct
Grand celebration with diya lighting, classical performances, Vokkaliga cuisine & fireworks. 2024: Parlor at Royal Ambassador Banquets, 2863 Woodbridge Ave, Edison, NJ 08837. Organiser: shrydhar.gowda@gmail.com
Ugadi — Vokkaliga New Year
Annual · Mar/Apr
Traditional Bevu-Bella ceremony, Kannada recitals, cultural programs, community feast. Celebrating Karnataka's New Year in the American Northeast.
Spring Picnic & Sports Day
Annual · June
Family gathering at NJ/PA parks — cricket, volleyball, kabaddi, traditional games, homecooked Vokkaliga food, and live music.
Youth Forum & Networking
Annual · Summer
Annual forum for young Vokkaliga professionals — career mentorship, cultural discussions, networking.
Holiday Gala
Annual · Dec
Year-end celebration — music, dance, food, and community fellowship. Recognizing VPA East achievements.
Contact VPA East
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