ASIAN INDIAN AMERICANS OF CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA (AIACPA)
 OVER 30 YEARS OF COMMUNITY SERVICE
  

A Community Fair, India Day 2024
 Saturday, August 10th 2024
 10 AM – 7 PM at HACC at  One HACC Dr, Harrisburg, PA
 Free Admission, Free Parking and Open to All 

For any question, please send email to IndiaDayPa@gmail.com.


Program Guide

Program Guide

10:00AM Robotics on Stage

10:30AM Drummers

10:40AM Guest Speakers

10:40AM Cultural Parade

12:30PM Kids Fancy Dress Show

12:45PM Guest Speakers

1:00PM Flash Mob

1:30PM Antakshari Qualifiers (booth #15)

1:30PM Math-24 (booth #96)

1:30PM Sit & Draw for Kids (main lawns)

1:30PM Stage Entertainment Segment 1

2:15PM The Price is Right (stage)

2:30PM Stage Entertainment Segment 2

3:15PM The Price is Right (stage)

3:30PM Antakshari FINALE (stage)

4:15PM The Price is Right (stage)

4:30PM Stage Entertainment Segment 3

5:15PM The Price is Right (stage)

5:30PM Stage Entertainment Segment 4

6:15PM Grand Finale (main lawns)


We’re excited to bring you a fair packed with engaging activities for all interests. Here’s a sneak peek at what’s in store:

With over 100 dedicated volunteers working behind the scenes, this community fair promises to be a well-rounded and enjoyable event. It’s a perfect blend of entertainment, cultural celebration, and community spirit. We look forward to seeing you there!


Please click below to view few highlights:

A Community Fair, India Day Teaser 

A Community Fair, India Day ABC Interview

India Day Outreach

Information About a Community Fair, India Day

Here's a glimpse of what's in store:

Sports Events: Encouraging interest in STEM fields, we're offering robotics and math competitions for kids and youth, along with sit and draw competitions this year. Prizes for winners add an extra incentive for participation.

Price is Right Contest: Get ready for a fun guessing game where attendees can win prizes by guessing merchandise prices, adding an interactive element to the event.

Food and Non-Food Vendors: Stop by and experience the taste of ethnic food of various diverse cultures and street shopping at Indian mela from our local small business vendors.  

Shopping and Activities: Immerse yourself in the cultural experience with shopping opportunities for Indian art, jewelry, apparel, and henna tattoos, allowing attendees to engage with various aspects of Indian culture.

Outdoor Entertainment Program: Enjoy an impressive lineup of live performances throughout the day, offering free entertainment for all attendees and enhancing the event's accessibility and appeal.

India Day Parade: Our annual parade keeps getting bigger and better! Local community organizations will showcase India's cultural diversity, providing a colorful tour open to everyone.

Special Performances: Flash mobs and special performances add spontaneity and excitement, keeping attendees engaged and entertained throughout the day.

Parade @ India Day
 
We appreciate the following local leading organizations for their participation in the Parade:

Vendors @ India Day

This year, there will be over 15 food vendors with a varied range of flavor and dishes for you to try. These vendors are from the Greater Harrisburg Area. You may have tasted their cuisine if not, this is a great opportunity to support your local business and enjoy ethnic food. 


Indian cuisine encompasses a wide variety of regional cuisines native to India. Given the range of diversity in culture and traditions, these cuisines vary significantly from each other. This event provides the opportunity to explore and taste many of the traditional Indian dishes. You can expect to find favorites like samosas, biryani, dosas, kebabs, and various sweets.


There are more than 60 non-food vendors.  You will find Indian handicrafts, and other creative expressions that reflect the diverse artistic traditions of India.  Local vendors and businesses will have stalls selling Indian clothing, jewelry, accessories, home decor items, other products and services. 

Entertainment @ India Day

 

As always this year too we have a lineup of activities which will keep you entertained for the whole day with variety of entertainment programs.


Outdoor Entertainment Program (1:30 PM – 6:00 PM) 

Enjoy a mesmerizing show featuring over 250 talented performers in more than 25 dance routines. Throughout the day, dancers will light up the stage with their energetic and graceful dance moves in vibrant outfits, performing to the most popular, foot-tapping songs and music. Experience the colorful performances.

 

Special Performances (All day)  Antakshari, Flash Mob, Bhangra, Garba & Price is Right

 

Music lovers & singers - pay special attention to this year’s Indian Day!

For the first time, AIACPA is bringing Antakshari live on stage. All are welcome to sing along with the contenders, as music fills the air. 

Flash mobs can be a great way to create a spontaneous and joyful experience for everyone involved. Come & join in to groove with our energetic performers! 

Garba dances are vibrant and full of life, making them a perfect addition to any celebration. Incorporating Garba dancers into India Day festivities would not only enhance the cultural atmosphere but also invite everyone to join in the joy and energy of the dance.

We Thank the following Vendors/sponsors for participating in a Community Fair, India Day


Vendor registration Information (Registration Closed)

Invitation to perform on a Community Fair, India Day (Registration Closed)

Antakshari: https://forms.gle/KY1b3dDBbketB9SY9, (Registration is closed)

 For Math 24: Learning while having fun for kids this summer. https://forms.gle/r6A9bsXxxJqhjdqz7 (Registration is closed)

Past Memories

Birdseye view video of Parade of States at India Day 

Birdseye view pictures – preparation of India Day 

Coverage on Facebook by attendees – India Day