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In its fourth year, PoCo Diwali is the biggest celebration of the South Asian festival of lights - Diwali - in the Tricities. Attracting over 500 people every year, PoCo Diwali takes place at the Port Coquitlam Community Centre for an entire day of fun, festivities and frolic. 

We begin the day with free, drop-in Bollywood Fusion dance workshop (age inclusive, beginner friendly) - 10am to 11am at the Indoor Basketball Court, PoCo Community Centre - register here for a free spot: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/bollywood-fusion-dance-workshop-by-soda-for-poco-diwali--2026 

The Famous Diwali Market with over 15 vendors showcasing decor, apparel, jewelry, snacks, puzzles, ice creams and more will open 12pm (until 4:30pm) at Wilson Lounge, PoCo Community Centre 

Performances begin 2pm onwards at Mabbett Hall, PoCo Community Centre and we have an array of cultural and multicultural acts in place, including the dazzling and glamorous Saree Show. 

There will be Arts & Crafts table for kids for diva painting and to take home. We have a henna artist at the venue. 

Indian street food and chai will be available for purchase inside Mabbett Hall.