APNA Divali Familie Festival 2026

We open the doors of the building once again for the Divali Family Festival. A vibrant afternoon awaits, filled with music, culinary delights, and culture. Let your senses be awakened by authentic Indian and Surinamese flavours, enjoy inspiring demonstrations such as yoga for a moment of inner calm, and experience a colourful sari show that brings the rich heritage of both India and Suriname to life.

Let the light of Divali shine together and discover the unique blend of traditions from the Netherlands, Suriname, and India. Experience, taste, sing, and celebrate: the Divali Family Festival is the place for connection, inspiration, and togetherness.

Programme

Lower Hall
14:00 – Doors open
Welcome by the Board & APNA Youth

14:30 – Shri Saraswatie School
Kirtan - Bhajan - Dance

14:45 – Yogasana Sports
Yoga Presentation

15:15 – Laya School of Dance & Arts
Indian classical dance

15:30 – Divya & Aarti Ceremony
Led by Deepak Baidjnath & Shri Saraswatie School

16:00 – Ashvita Dance Company
Bollywood dance

16:15 – Mishra Baithak Gana
Led by Ashvita Bisai

Grote Zaal Foyer
14:00 – Divali Mela
Food Corners & Bazaar

Eduard Flipse Hall
15:00 – Vedic Philosophy Seminar
Di’Quinto Lachmansingh - Dewie Jairam - Wim van de Laar

Grote Zaal
17:00 – Opening & Presentation
Sudhier Nannan

17:15 – Welcome Address
Chairman of St. APNA, Mr Vijay Gangadin

17:30 – Dholak Contest
Jugalbandi by 6 students of Soerin Ramkhelawan

17:45 – Steven Aswin
Piano music

18:10 – Baithak Gana Group Surya
Sujal Oemraw

19:00 – Break

20:00 – Kieran Kedar
With his band

20:40 – Kries Ramkhelawan
Baithak Gana led by Soerin Ramkhelawan

Lower Hall
22:00 – Divali Music Vibes
Closing with Lady DJ