West End Diwali Celebration

Diwali—also known as the Festival of Lights—is one of the most important and widely celebrated holidays in India and among South Asian communities worldwide. It is a time to honour the triumph of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance.
At Gordon Neighbourhood House, we’re proud to host a community celebration that brings this spirit to life through music, dancing, food, and shared experience.

Our space will be transformed with glowing lights, colourful decorations, and the uplifting sounds of kirtan chanting—a meditative and joyful musical tradition that invites reflection and unity. The evening will also feature a dance performance by Vidya, delicious vegetarian food, and a sparkler display to close the night.

This celebration is open to everyone—whether you’ve celebrated Diwali before or are joining for the first time. Come light up the neighbourhood with us!

Saturday, October 18, 2025
Doors Open at 5:00pm for Pre-Event Activities
Event Starts at 6:00pm– 9:00pm.

Gordon Neighbourhood House
1019 Broughton Street, Vancouver, BC

• Adults: $15
• Kids: $10
• If cost is a barrier, please email [email protected]

• 5:00 PM – Doors open, Snacks & Chai Served
• 6:00 PM – Kirtan (Call-and-Response Singing) Performance Begins
• 6:50 PM – Dance Performance by Vidya (Audience Invited to Join!)
• 7:30 PM – Buffet-Style Vegetarian Dinner
• 8:45 PM – Sparklers—Let the Night Shine as we Wrap up with Warmth and Light
• 9:00 PM – Event ends

Snacks (5:00 PM):

• Finger samosas
• Namkeen
• Chai

Dinner (7:30 PM):

• Paneer Kurchan
• Zeera Aloo with thick gravy
• Cumin rice
• Naan
• Raita
• Dessert: Gulab Jamun

Please note: Menu is subject to minor changes based on availability and capacity.

• GNH is fully accessible and welcomes all mobility devices and service/support animals.
• Gender-neutral and single-stall bathrooms available.
• Served by #6 Robson and #5 Davie bus routes (closest stop ~290m away).

Gordon Neighbourhood House acknowledges that our work takes place on the unceded, occupied, and ancestral homelands of the xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish), and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) Nations.
Your donation helps light up more than just Diwali—it fuels GNH’s food and cultural programs that support our West End community year-round. Every contribution makes a meaningful impact and helps us create inclusive, joyful spaces for all. Thank you for helping us make this celebration truly special.

Host or Publisher Gordon Neighbourhood House