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  • Two young girls dressed in traditional Indian attire and accessories during a cultural or Diwali celebration in an open air space.
  • A classical Indian dancer performing a traditional dance in a foyer or outdoor area, as part of Diwali celebrations.
  • Two classical Indian dancers performing a traditional dance in a foyer or outdoor area, as part of Diwali celebrations.
7 Nov

Diwali at the Immigration Museum

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Celebrate Diwali with a day of free and low-cost activities for all ages at the Immigration Museum.

Take part in Indian embroidery workshops (ticketed; $10-$15) and add your own embroidery or drawing to a collaborative 10-metre textile artwork. Move to the rhythm in an exciting dance cypher blending contemporary and traditional dance, get a henna tattoo, create vibrant rangoli designs, and enjoy a range of traditional games and activities throughout the day.

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Sat 7 Nov
  • 11am - 4pm 11:00am - 4:00pm

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Immigration Museum
400 Flinders St
Melbourne 3000

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From free to $15

Booking not required

Contact details

  • telephone number: 13 11 02
  • email address: mvbookings@museum.vic.gov.au
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