Our love for cultural events is put on the forefront, especially when it comes to Durga Puja. Flyopedia loves to celebrate this Bengali puja festival! But when you’re abroad, you might reminisce about the festivities. With these vibrant events happening in New York and New Jersey, you’ll feel like you’re celebrating Bengali culture. In the mini Bengal of the East Coast! And if you want the real thing, get online last minute flight tickets to India and visit now!
If you are a Bengali at heart and love their traditional festivals, you undoubtedly love pujas like Durga Puja and Kali Puja. But if you live outside India, you might not be able to witness the fun and frolic during devotional festivals like these. There’s no need to worry. New York and New Jersey are celebrating Durga Puja this time with the most vibrant events you could ever imagine! Don’t wait, check them out now!
Dates: 4th, 5th, and 6th October, 2024
Contact: ecdpanewyork@gmail.com | +1315 – 586 – 3372
This will be the first ever Durga Puja happening at Times Square, which is the most popular commercial hub of New York. It has played host to many Indian festivals like the Indian Independence Day, the Yoga Day, and Diwali celebrations in the past. However, this time it will be a 3 – day schedule festival that’s free for all. It will be organized by East Coast Durga Puja Association (ECDPA) and Bengali Club of USA.
Dates: 4th, 5th, and 6th October, 2024
Contact: president@buffalosanskriti.org | +1 716 – 331 – 7657
Venue: Hindu Cultural Society, 1595 N French Road, Getzville, NY 14068
Website: Buffalosanskriti.org
Sanskriti is a Bengali cultural association which hosts lively Durga Puja celebrations every year. It is counted among the best and one of the oldest pujas in New York. Along with that, they also organise Kojagori Lokkhi puja every year. On 6th October, 2024, you can look forward to a heartrending live performance by Snigdhajit Bhowmik and his band.
Dates: 8th to 12th October, 2024
Contact: nykmdevotee@gmail.com | +1 516 – 771 – 5254
Venue: 614 Seaman Ave, Baldwin, NY, 11510
Website: Nykalimandir.org
If you don’t have much time to explore the city, NY Kali Mandir Durga Puja will happen close to the JFK airport. The event is inspired by the Dakshineswar Kali Temple in Kolkata. And if you are interested in volunteering, you can attend this event. The temple also has a huge library that is suited for all age groups. And if you want the real thing, just grab low airfare to India from USA with us and visit Kolkata ASAP!
Dates: 18th, 19th and 20th October, 2024
Contact: eastcoastcultural@gmail.com
Venue: Gujarati Samaj Hall, 17315 Horace Harding Expy, Fresh Meadows, NY 11365
Website: Eccany.com
Though this is the youngest organisation of New York’s non – profit Bengali community, it strives to create the atmosphere of local neighbourhood’s puja festivities. You will find yourself automatically immersed in the Bengali culture, with the local delicacies.
Dates: 12th and 13th October, 2024
Contact: +1 201 – 993 – 4577 | info@gardenstatepuja.org
Venue: William L. Dickinson High School, 2 Palisade Ave, Jersey City, NJ 07306
Website: gspcnj.com
Indulge in the 43rd Durga Puja of NJ’s oldest and biggest Durga Puja event. You will find musical events along with dance – worthy numbers. Cactus is performing on 12th while Chandrabindoo is performing on the 13th of October this year. A full Bengali fare feast, Bongobhoj, will also be going on throughout the event.
Dates: 10th to 13th October, 2024
Contact: 732 – 290 – 5218
Venue: Ukrainian Cultural Center, 135 Davidson Avenue, Somerset, New Jersey 08873
Website: Kallol.com
Listen to Babul Supriyo’s tunes on the 10th as the audience dances to his hits. The Nandi sisters will rock the stage on the 11th of October this year. You will find Madhubanti Bagchi on 12th, along with Piu Mukherjee and Sudesh Bhosle on 13th October. This event will simply be a musical fest to get on your grooves.
And if you still miss the actual Bengali culture and Indian events happening this year, you can simply book a cheap flight to India with us to visit! Start exploring ASAP.
Also Read: 5 Things About Durga Puja You Can Only Experience In Kolkata
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