Pongal Festival 2025

Name: Pongal Festival 2025
Start: 2025-01-16T11:00:00.000+0
End: 2025-01-16T14:00:00.000+0
Location: Parijatham Garden

Schedule

Thu Jan 16 2025 at 11:00 am to 02:00 pm

UTC.000+0

Location

Parijatham Garden | Chennai, TN

Pongal Celebration at Parijatham Garden: A Cultural ExtravaganzaExperience the spirit of Pongal like never before at Parijatham Garden, where tradition meets festivity. Join us on 16th January 2025, from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM, for an evening filled with cultural splendor, traditional decor, and captivating entertainment.Enchanting Decor to Set the MoodThe venue will transform into a festive haven with vibrant traditional decor:Entrance Arch: A grand welcome with an intricately designed Vaazha maram arch.Pathway Decor: Thenathoranam guiding your way to the heart of the celebration at the Parijatham entrance.Lawn Setup: Colorful flags adorning the lawn, a beautifully placed Pongal paanai at the center, and a Chettinad deck decorated with flowers and traditional thoranam.Thematic Displays: A Maattu vandi setup and decorative elements across the lawn to capture the essence of Pongal.Welcoming the GuestsBe greeted in true festive style with garlands and refreshing welcome juice as you step into the joyous celebration.Traditional EntertainmentImmerse yourself in the cultural vibrance of Tamil Nadu with live performances by Naatupura Kalaignargal:KaragattamParai AatamTheesilambamMaadu and Mayil AattamThese mesmerizing acts will unfold at the entrance, setting the tone for a memorable evening.Activities & Lawn EntertainmentsThe festivities continue on the lawn with a mix of nostalgic and interactive activities for all ages:Live Performers: Enjoy engaging acts like a jovial Javvumittai (cotton candy) person and the unique charm of Kili Joshiyam (parrot fortune-telling). Relive childhood memories with Goli Soda (traditional soda).Playful Competitions:Pottery makingUriyadi (pot-breaking game)Sugarcane breaking competitionTug of warNo fire food-making contestRangoli competitionKaragam (pot-balancing) competitionFood & Live CountersSavor the taste of tradition with snack stalls and live food counters serving a variety of Pongal-themed delicacies to keep your taste buds delighted.Emcee to Keep the Energy AliveAn engaging Emcee will guide the event, ensuring the entertainment flows seamlessly. They’ll keep guests actively involved in games, contests, and activities until the grand dinner, creating a lively and cohesive celebration.Don’t miss this opportunity to celebrate Pongal in its truest spirit. Limited tickets are available, so book now to be part of this unforgettable experience!