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Pacific Coast · Vokkaligara Parishat of America
VPA West
~200 members in SF Bay Area. Largest VPA chapter. Proud host of 18th National Convention — San Jose, July 2025.
west@myvpa.org
12
States
Covered
VPA West Chapters
Live
States Covered (12)
Alaska
Arizona
California
Colorado
Hawaii
Idaho
Montana
Nevada
Oregon
Utah
Washington
Wyoming
✅ REAL CONVENTION DATA — confirmed via events.myvpa.org
18th Convention · McEnery Convention Center, San Jose
July 3–6, 2025 · Adult: $275 · Child: $125 (ages 6–17)
Zelle: convention.treasurer@myvpa.org · Check: 48301 Sawleaf St., Fremont, CA 94539
Annual Events
18th Convention Host 2025
July 3–6, 2025
VPA West hosts VPA Convention (Vishwa Vokkaligara Sammelana) at McEnery Convention Center, San Jose. Check: "Vokkaligara Parishat Of America NPO" · 48301 Sawleaf St, Fremont, CA 94539. Zelle: convention.treasurer@myvpa.org
Ugadi — Kannada New Year
Annual · Mar/Apr
Most celebrated Bay Area event — Bevu-Bella ceremony, classical Bharatanatyam, Vokkaliga cuisine. Draws 200+ members.
Dasara Grand Celebrations
Annual · Oct
Grand Dasara featuring Yakshagana, classical dance, traditional Vokkaliga rituals, and community dinner.
Summer Picnic & Sports
Annual · June/July
Annual family day at Bay Area parks — cricket, volleyball, cultural programs, networking for ~200 members.
Bay Area Youth Showcase
Annual · Spring
Youth talent competition — classical music, Bharatanatyam, drama, oratory, and sports for the next generation.
Contact VPA West
west@myvpa.org · contact@myvpa.org
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