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Diwali Festival of Lights: Inner Peace and Harmony

Saturday, November 2, 2024 - 5:30 pm to 8:00 pm | Cost: FREE
Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center | 401 Baker St., San Francisco, CA
San Francisco

Event Details

Submitted by the Event Organizer

Brahma Kumaris Meditation Center, San Francisco

A vibrant Diwali celebration focused on igniting the inner light and bringing peace to the world.

The Festival of Lights “Diwali” commemorates the dawn of an era of Peace, Happiness and Prosperity.

This event brings together people of all faiths, religions, nationalities and traditions to celebrate Light over Darkness, Victory over Defeat, Happiness over Sorrow and invoke renewed Faith, Hope and Determination.

* Meditation, Spiritual Insights, Celebration with lighting ceremonial Diwali Diya, Artistic Performances, Live Music.

Guest Artist: Swathi Lakshmanan, Founder & Artistic Director Choros Charas

* Registration Required

* Everyone Welcome to Attend

* Attire Festive/Formal

* Doors Open 5:15 PM

* Vegetarian Dinner served

* For Best Experience attend In-Person

* No prior meditation experience required

Disclaimer: Please double check event information with the event organizer as events can be canceled, details can change after they are added to our calendar, and errors do occur.


Cost: FREE
Categories: **Annual Event**, In Person, Live Music, Online, Other
Address: 401 Baker St., San Francisco, CA

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