Free Diwali celebration in the illuminated walled garden of Coventry Charterhouse with a lamp-lighting ceremony, a story of Rama and Sita, Indian classical violin and a Bhangra Ceilidh.
Coventry Charterhouse is hosting a Diwali celebration on Saturday 7 November, from 4pm to 7pm. It's a free event, no booking needed, and it takes place in the illuminated walled garden of the National Trust property on London Road.
The evening starts with the story of Rama and Sita, narrated by Mahendra Patel, and a lamp-lighting ceremony at 4pm. From there, the music takes over: Srividya Venkat, an Indian classical violinist based in Rugby, performs under the title 'East Meets West'. The night closes with a Bhangra Ceilidh led by composer and band leader Kuljit Bhamra MBE, with live tabla, percussion and melodeon playing tunes that draw on both traditions. The whole thing runs from that first lamp-lighting at 4pm through to the ceilidh, so you can stay for the full three hours or just drop in for a bit of it.
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It's a family-friendly one, and the garden is step-free, so it works for kids and for anyone with accessibility needs. If you're heading down, you're asked to meet at reception first. It's free, no booking required, and runs from 4pm to 7pm at Coventry Charterhouse, London Road, CV1 2JR.
