🪔 PMM Diwali Dhamaka 2026

Philadelphia Marathi Mandal (PMM) is excited to invite you and your family to Diwali Dhamaka 2026 on Sunday, November 1, 2026!

This year, we're bringing you the much-awaited Marathi Natak "Shankar Jaikishan", featuring Bharat Jadhav, Mahesh Manjrekar, and Shivani Rangole.

Join us for a day of Diwali celebrations, delicious food, fun competitions, and a fantastic Marathi theatrical performance!

🎟️ Special Benefit for PMM Members

As part of your PMM membership, you get FREE seating in the $35 General Section.

We encourage members to consider upgrading to Donor or Preferred seating. Your support helps PMM bring popular Marathi plays and talented artists to the Greater Philadelphia area.

📍 Event Details

Date: Sunday, November 1, 2026

Venue: Upper Merion Area Middle School

Address: 450 Keebler Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406

RSVP & Seat Reservation:

👉 Click here to RSVP and reserve your seats

🕒 Program Schedule

10:30 AM – Registration opens for PMM members and donors

10:30 AM – 11:30 AM – Diwali competition entry submissions

11:30 AM – 1:00 PM – Lunch

1:00 PM – Registration for Natak-only attendees (Non-members / Without lunch)

2:00 PM – 5:00 PM – Marathi Natak "Shankar Jaikishan"

🏆 Diwali Competitions

What's Diwali without a little creativity and some friendly competition?

We're hosting three competitions this year, so bring your best entries and join the fun!

🏮 1. Akash Kandil Competition

• Open to children and youth up to 19 years of age.

• Bring your pre-made Akash Kandil to the venue for judging.

🎨 2. Decorative Rangoli Competition

• Create a decorative Rangoli using grains or Rangoli colors.

• Both self-made and pre-made Rangoli entries are welcome.

• Size: 8 inches (any shape).

🍬 3. Homemade Diwali Faral Competition

Put your homemade Diwali treats to the test!

You can participate in either or both categories:

• Chakali: Any variety, minimum 5 pieces.

• Ladoo: Any variety, minimum 5 pieces.

Entries will be judged based on taste, creativity, and presentation.

🌟 Judging & Prizes

Here's something special — our guest artists will be judging all three competitions!

And yes, there will be exciting prizes for the winners!

Important: Please bring your competition entries to the venue between 10:30 AM and 11:30 AM.

🪔 Let's Celebrate Together!

We look forward to celebrating Diwali with our PMM family and friends. It's a wonderful opportunity to reconnect, enjoy our traditions, and share a memorable day together.

See you on Sunday, November 1!

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