VPA NATIONAL CONVENTIONS

A Legacy of Gathering

Every two years the Vokkaliga community across America comes together to celebrate culture, heritage, and community. Explore our convention legacy below.

19th Convention · Texas 2027 →
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19th National Convention — 2027

Coming Soon · Texas

Planning for the 19th National Convention in Texas is underway. Dates, venue, programs, and registration details will be announced here. Stay tuned for more information.

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Convention Legacy

Past VPA Conventions

Ten national gatherings since 2005. Select any emblem to visit that convention's original website.

19th Convention2027TexasComing Soon 18th Convention2025San Jose, CAVisit Site → 17th Convention2023Detroit, MIVisit Site → 16th Convention2019New JerseyVisit Site → 15th Convention2017Dallas, TXVisit Site → 14th Convention2015Sacramento, CAVisit Site → 13th Convention2013Chicago, ILVisit Site → 12th Convention2011Baltimore, MDVisit Site → 11th Convention2009Houston, TXVisit Site → 10th Convention2007CaliforniaVisit Site → 9th Convention2005Detroit, MIVisit Site →

Convention emblems link to each event's original website (opens in a new tab).

MOST RECENT · 18TH NATIONAL CONVENTION · HOSTED BY VPA WEST

Vishwa Vokkaligara
Sammelana 2025

Four days of culture, community, and celebration in San Jose, California. Hosted by VPA West.

Convention Concluded · Thank you!
Committees → Programs → Special Events →
Convention18th · VPA Convention (Vishwa Vokkaligara Sammelana)
DatesJuly 3 – July 6, 2025
VenueMcEnery Convention Center
LocationSan Jose, California
Host RegionVPA West
18th Convention · Programs & Forums
Inaugural Ceremony & Lamp Lighting
Cultural Performances — Dance, Music, Drama
CME & Health Forum
Women's Forum
Business Forum
Youth Forum
GOAT 2025 Game Show
Hackathon
Young Adult & Singles Meet (Meravanige)
Sports
Awards & Recognition
VPA General Body Meeting
Kids Daycare
Souvenir / Vishwamanava
Dress Code Guidance
Business Sponsorship
Program Guidelines (VVS 2025)

Performance Rules

Presentations must be in Kannada or related to Karnataka
Max 2 programs per participant · Minimum age 6 years
Props approved by committee — no flammable objects or weapons
Min 10 participants for Drama/Dance · 6 for Musical
Video submission (YouTube/Vimeo) required for selection
Selection notifications by March 15, 2025 · Up to 3 dramas selected
Max group stage time: Drama 40 min · Dance 15 min
All decisions by VVS 2025 Core Committee are final
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