Holi - The Festival of Colours

Event date: 28 February 2010 - 1:18pm
Cost: Free Admission
Contact: Krishan Tandon
Phone: 02890231381
Location: St. George's Market , Belfast BT2 8GD

Belfast
will experience a taste of culture when ‘Holi – The Festival of Colours’, one
of the most colourful and vibrant festivals in India, is celebrated in St.
George’s Market on Sunday 28th February from 1pm-6pm

Known
as the Festival of Colours, ‘Holi’ signifies the spirit of brotherhood and
unity and welcomes everyone from all sectors of the community, regardless of
race or religion, to come together. The festival uses colour to symbolise
equality, wherein people drenched in different colours, lose their identity to
become one.

The
festival, organised by ArtsEkta, is a great family day out and although
traditionally an Indian festival, visitors will participate, learn and
experience the vibrancy of all cultures living in Belfast. There will be lots
of international entertainment including one of the UK’s most popular Bhangra
groups ‘Gabhru Punjab’ and an exciting performance from an Indian folk dance
group from London. In addition, there will be a showcase of local artistic
talent, a spectacular world food market, crafts and a mini fun fair. Visitors
will also receive a traditional free Indian milk punch called ‘Lassi’ on
arrival.

Nisha
Tandon, Project Manager for ArtsEkta, commented on the festival saying, “The
Holi festival brings all cultures together in a high-spirited event that
highlights the value of cultural exchange as a medium to promote communication
and harmony. ArtsEkta proudly showcased this event for the first time ever in Northern
Ireland last year and was overwhelmed by its popularity. We are looking forward
to an even larger and more exciting event this year.”

The main purpose of
this event is for the community to participate, learn and experience the rich
traditions of the different cultures living together. Organisers are looking
forward to the event and are certain that people will have a memorable
experience when they engage in the fun and family atmosphere of this very
different festival.

Why not come along a
join in the ‘craic’ and remember don’t wear your Sunday best, we’ll supply the
colours, you the rest!