By james art NBC 5, Telemundo 39 and BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha invite you to celebrate Diwali, often referred to as the “Festival of Lights,” at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Irving on Saturday, November 2, from noon to 8:00 p.m.
This event will feature a colorful mandir that will radiate a beautiful display of lights, handmade decorations and intricate Indian art. At the center of Diwali will be Annakut, or the ‘mountain of food’, featuring a diverse array of Indian dishes and delicacies. There will also be fireworks, special activities for children and youth, food stalls, games and more for everyone!
Diwali is a shared time of joy and celebration not only for Hindus but also for people from different religious and cultural backgrounds. Diwali symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. It brings communities together through tradition, reflection and celebration.
Celebrate Diwali
Grand Anakut Darshan and Fireworks
Saturday, November 2
12:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m
BAPS Sri Swaminarayan Mandir
4601 N. State Hwy. 161
Irving
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About BAPS
BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha (BAPS) is a volunteer-led spiritual organization committed to promoting individual growth through Hindu values of faith, service and harmony. It enriches society through the dedicated efforts of tens of thousands of volunteers from various professional and social backgrounds, contributing millions of volunteer hours annually. Under the spiritual leadership of His Holiness Mahant Swami Maharaj, BAPS nurtures Hindu traditions in over 100 North American and 3,500 communities worldwide. Through these communities, it advocates for holistic personal growth, promotes social progress and promotes diversity by being inclusive. For more details, visit www.baps.org.