The BlackRock Center for the Arts will host a Holi festival on Saturday, April 5, celebrating the traditional Hindu festival of colors. The event runs from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and features dance performances, a peace walk, and a color-throwing celebration. Find the event flyer here.
Holi marks the arrival of spring and symbolizes the triumph of good over evil. People celebrate Holi with a vibrant atmosphere, throwing colored powders, dancing, and embracing unity.
The event starts with a free Community Peace Walk at 8 a.m., followed by a Bollywood dance competition at 10 a.m. and a classical Indian dance competition at noon. The winners will perform in a showcase at 3 p.m., and the festivities will culminate with a Holi celebration on The Great Lawn at 4 p.m.
“Our festivals bring people together, celebrate diversity, and strengthen cultural understanding,” said Kelly Chauncey in a statement, artistic director at BlackRock Center for the Arts. “Holi is a time to embrace unity, tradition, and joy.”
Organizers invite people of all backgrounds to join the celebration. Attendees must purchase tickets for some events. For more information, visit BlackRock Center for the Arts.
