KITCHENER, ON | September 22, 2025 — THEMUSEUM, in collaboration with the Sushila Goyal Group, is thrilled to host its first-ever Indian Diwali Celebration on Saturday, September 27, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm. This family-friendly, indoor celebration will showcase the vibrancy, culture, and traditions of Diwali while welcoming community members of all ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds.
Guests will enjoy a Diwali-themed dance drama, live singing, and cultural dances representing diverse regions of India. Authentic cuisine from Hyderabad House Waterloo will be available, and children can receive a complimentary henna tattoo between 11:45 am and 12:45 pm.
Visitors will also have the chance to connect with local community organizations, including KW Multicultural Centre, Camino Well Being + Mental Health, Art of Living, Heartfulness Canada, Peace for All Canada, Hindu SwayamSevak Sangh, and the Coalition of Muslim Women. THEMUSEUM’s first two floors will be free for the celebration, and exhibitions will only be $5 to explore.
“This event perfectly reflects our mission, vision, and core values of Experiential Learning, Unexpected Intersections, and Diverse Voices,” said David Marskell, CEO of THEMUSEUM. “We are delighted to collaborate with the Sushila Goyal Group to bring hundreds of people downtown as part of our Birthday Celebration weekend.”
The Sushila Goyal Group has a strong history of organizing inclusive cultural celebrations in downtown Kitchener, including Diwali and Holi festivals in collaboration with the Kitchener Public Library and DTK BIA. These events have seen exponential growth over the last four years, and this partnership with THEMUSEUM provides a larger, family-friendly venue for over 200 performers, musicians, and community groups to showcase their talents.
“This collaboration is deeply meaningful,” said Megha Birmiwal, President, Sushila Goyal Group. “It allows Indian community members to connect with their roots while offering a welcoming platform for non-Indian communities to experience and appreciate Indian culture. Events like this foster greater understanding, tolerance, and harmony in Canada’s multicultural society.”
- Saturday, September 27th The Diwali Celebration is Free beginning at noon.
- Sunday, September 28th THEMUSEUM Celebrates its 22nd Birthday with admission by donation!
- Annual Memberships are only $39.99 if purchased all weekend long and include special free days at the ROM, London Children Museum, numerous discounts!
All details can be found at THEMUSEUM.ca/Events.