Masala Comedy Club presents Laugh Ticket 10, the tenth season of the Bay Area’s desi stand-up showcase, taking on fitness fails, desi parenting and work-life balance. Performed primarily in Hindi (Hinglish). Jokes are not translated – Hindi comprehension is required to enjoy the show. Rated PG-13.
Presented By: Masala Comedy Club
DATES AND VENUES:
– Sat, Aug 22, 8:00 PM – Sunnyvale Theatre, 550 E. Remington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
– Fri, Aug 28, 8:00 PM – Sunnyvale Theatre, 550 E. Remington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
– Fri, Sep 11, 8:00 PM – Starbright Theater, 1770 W. Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
– Sat, Sep 12, 3:00 PM – Hillsdale Little Theater, 651 31st Ave, San Mateo, CA 94403
– Thu, Sep 24, 8:00 PM – Starbright Theater, 1770 W. Campbell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
– Sun, Oct 4, 5:00 PM – Sunnyvale Theatre, 550 E. Remington Dr, Sunnyvale, CA 94087
– Sun, Oct 18, 4:00 PM – Village Theatre, 233 Front St, Danville, CA 94526
August 22 Lineup: Akash, Ankit, Aryan, Ayush, Harish, Neha, Ritwik, Sudharshan
Language: Hindi / Hinglish
Rating: PG-13
Tickets:
General: $30.77 | VIP: $36.02 | VVIP: $41.28
Book Tickets: Click Here
Join the September Beach Safety Run 2026 at Pillar Point Harbor for a community run supporting coastal safety and the 100 Ring Campaign. Every registration helps fund life rings along the coast, with 25+ rings already installed.
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Venue: Pillar Point Harbor, Half Moon Bay, CA
Distances: 5K • 10K • Kids Fun Run
Registration: Open
Highlights: Beach Safety • 100 Ring Campaign • Ocean Views • Community Run • Family-Friendly
Register Here: Click Here to Register
Why Run: Every registration helps put life rings on the coast and supports the goal of preventing families from losing loved ones to the sea.
Join the 1990 Institute for the Roots & Wings Youth Symposium, a special gathering celebrating and empowering Asian American youth through meaningful conversations, community engagement, and shared experiences.
With 500+ attendees expected, the symposium offers media representatives an opportunity to capture the energy of the event through interviews, photography, and video coverage. Focused 60–90 minute media coverage windows will be available.
EVENT DETAILS
1990 Institute Roots & Wings Youth Symposium
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 8:15 AM–5:00 PM
Location: College of San Mateo Theatre
Expected attendance: 500+
Registration: FREE for youth ages 14–21, parents/guardians, and educators
Learn more and register: View event details and reserve a free ticket
Join Namaste Bay Area for the Bay Area’s Grand Ganesh Festival, “Ganpati Bappa Morya – East Bay Ka Raja,” a vibrant celebration featuring devotion, culture, food, music, and family entertainment.
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Bishop Ranch, 2700 Camino Ramon, San Ramon, CA 94583
Admission: Free Entry • Free Parking • Free Pooja Thali
Highlights: 12-Ft Ganesha Idol • Ganesh Sthapana & Special Aartis • Laddu Auction • Cultural Performances • Live Music • Kids’ Activities • Traditional Food • Festive Bazaar • Fashion & Jewelry • Dazzling Stage Performances
Special Attractions: Mouthwatering Food Festival • Kids’ Carnival • Creative Kids’ Art Competition • Grand Ganesh Visarjan Procession
Contact: 408-449-9911
Email: info@namastebayarea.com
Experience an inspiring evening of Indian classical dance with “AMBA – The Eternal Mother, The Timeless Shakthi,” presented by Smt. Charulatha Jayaraman and her students of Shrishti School of Performing Arts.
Through the beauty, expression, and storytelling of classical dance, AMBA celebrates the divine feminine—the eternal mother and timeless source of Shakthi. Join us for a memorable cultural presentation filled with devotion, artistry, and tradition.
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Northwood High School
Address: 4515 Portola Parkway, Irvine, CA 92620
Presented by: Shrishti School of Performing Arts
Featuring: Smt. Charulatha Jayaraman and Students
Proudly Supporting: Sri Siva Kameswari Temple – Vedic Spiritual Center
We warmly invite families, friends, devotees, and lovers of Indian classical arts to join us for this special celebration of Amba the Eternal Mother and the Timeless Shakthi.
Experience “Classical Reimagined,” presented by Ektaa Center and featuring The Anirudh Varma Collective. This vibrant performance blends Indian classical music and dance with contemporary expression, with special appearances by Ramya Harishankar’s Arpana Dance Company and The Bhairavi Kumar Dance Company.
Date: Saturday, September 19, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM
Venue: The Barclay – Irvine Barclay Theatre, 4242 Campus Drive, Irvine, CA
Tickets: $75 • $45 • $30
Highlights: Indian Classical Music • Live Ensemble • Classical Dance • Contemporary Interpretations • Cultural Collaboration • Guest Dance Companies • Live Performance
Tickets & Information: Click Here
Box Office:
(949) 854-4646
Presented By: Ektaa Center
Join the Punjabi Cultural Society of Chicago for Punjabi Mela 2026, a fun-filled community celebration featuring Punjabi culture, food, music, sports, and family activities.
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Venue: Deer Grove East Picnic Groves #1, #2 & #3, Palatine, IL
Admission: Free Entry • Free Parking • Free Food
Highlights: Music • Volleyball • Kite Flying • Bouncy House • Lemon Race • 3-Legged Race • Shotput • Tug of War
Contact: 847-359-5PCS
Email: info@PCSChicago.org
Experience the vibrant Grand Ratha Yatra organized by The Hindu Temple Society of North America – Sri Maha Vallabha Ganapati Devasthanam in Flushing, New York. The sacred procession will begin after pooja at the Temple and make a full Pradakshina around the temple block before continuing toward Main Street and returning to the Temple.
Devotees and community members are invited to come together for this grand spiritual procession and celebration.
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Start Time: 12:30 PM, after pooja at the Temple
Venue: Sri Maha Vallabha Ganapati Devasthanam, 45-57 Bowne Street, Flushing, NY 11355
Route: Temple Block • 45th Ave • Smart St. • Holly Ave • Main Street
Main Street Arrival: Approximately 1:45 PM–2:00 PM
Return to Temple: Approximately 2:30 PM
Highlights: Grand Ratha Yatra • Temple Pooja • Pradakshina • Sacred Procession • Community Gathering
More Information: (718) 460-8484
Email: hts@nyganeshtemple.org
Don’t miss this grand event!
Join Mandala South Asian Performing Arts for “Nature and Narratives,” a captivating cross-cultural performance showcasing exceptional artists from India, China, Indonesia, Thailand, and Japan. Through music, dance, and storytelling, the production reflects on nature, memory, migration, and the universal search for belonging.
Date: Sunday, September 20, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue:
Naper Settlement, 523 S. Webster Street, Naperville, IL 60540
Tickets: $35 | Patron Seating: $50
Tickets & Event Details:
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Join Home of Hope for its Annual Fundraising Gala, “Empowering Futures,” featuring keynote speaker Bhumi Satish Pednekkar, actor, entrepreneur, UN advocate, YGL and climate warrior.
Date: September 20, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM onwards
Venue: Santa Clara Marriott, Santa Clara, CA
Minimum Donation: $250 per person
Highlights: Keynote Speaker • Live Entertainment • Dinner & Catering • Fundraising • Community Impact
Live Entertainment: Puja Purandare • Vikas Singh • Srishti Biyani Oswal • Sudhakar Vaidyanathan
Contact: 650-520-3204
Email: info@hohinc.org
Join the Consulate General of India, San Francisco for the Viksit Bharat Run, bringing the community together at the iconic Golden Gate Bridge.
Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (PDT)
Assembly: 9:30 AM
Venue: Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center
Golden Gate Bridge Plaza, San Francisco, CA 94129
Flag-Off: Consul General Shri Satish Kumar Sivan
Route: Golden Gate Bridge Welcome Center to Golden Gate Bridge North Vista Point
Registration: Register Here
Join the Eternal Gandhi Museum Houston for the 21st Annual Walk for Peace, a community event celebrating peace, hope, and positive change.
Participants are encouraged to come dressed as their favorite hero or changemaker and take part in a morning of walking and guided yoga.
Date: Sunday, September 27, 2026
Location: Hermann Park, McGovern Centennial Gardens, at the Gandhi Statue
Address: 6100 Hermann Park Drive, Houston, TX 77030
Schedule:
• 9:00 AM — Registration
• 9:30 AM — Guided Yoga Warm-Up
• 9:40 AM — Walk Begins
Suggested Donation:
• $20 — Adults
• $10 — Students
Special Offer: Pre-registration includes a free T-shirt or tote bag, along with other goodies.
Dress Theme: Come dressed as your favorite hero or changemaker!
More Information & Registration: Click Here
Join the American India Foundation (AIF) as it celebrates 25 years of empowering communities with a special milestone AIF Town Hall 2026. This inspiring evening will bring together technology leaders, philanthropists, nonprofit executives, and diaspora changemakers to explore how human-centered artificial intelligence can accelerate social impact, support India’s Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, and shape AIF’s next chapter in health, education, and livelihoods.
Date: Wednesday, September 30, 2026
Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM (PST)
Venue: Consulate General of India – San Francisco, 71 Stevenson Street, #2200 San Francisco, CA 94105
Admission: Advance Registration Required (Limited Seating)
Highlights: AI & Social Impact • Technology & Innovation • Philanthropy • U.S.–India Collaboration • Networking with Bay Area Leaders • AIF 25th Anniversary Celebration
Register Here: Click Here
Contact:
Luz Dale, Senior Manager, Outreach & Events
luz.pacheco@aif.org
Celebrate the spirit, color, and traditions of Diwali at “Deepotsav: Festival of Lights,” one of San Diego’s biggest Diwali celebrations. Held at the beautiful Organ Pavilion in Balboa Park, this vibrant community festival brings families and friends together for an evening filled with Indian culture, traditional performances, festive lights, delicious food, music, and entertainment. From the ceremonial lighting of lamps and colorful state dances to Dandiya and a Ramayana skit, Deepotsav offers an exciting and family-friendly way to experience the joy of the Festival of Lights.
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 4:30 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue: Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA
Early Bird Admission: $10
At the Door: $15
Children: Ages 5 and under are Free
Highlights: State Dances • Lighting of Lamps • Indian Food • Vendors • Dandiya • Ramayana Skit • Festival of Dolls • Diwali Celebrations • Cultural Performances • Family-Friendly Activities
Tickets: Click Here
Celebrate the spirit of Diwali at Deepotsav: Festival of Lights, one of San Diego’s largest Diwali celebrations. This family-friendly community event will feature cultural performances, the traditional lighting of lamps, delicious Indian cuisine, shopping vendors, Dandiya festivities, and a captivating Ramayana skit, bringing together the richness of Indian culture and heritage.
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Venue:
Organ Pavilion, Balboa Park, San Diego, CA
Highlights: Cultural entertainment, traditional lamp lighting ceremony, Indian food stalls, shopping vendors, Dandiya & Garba, Ramayana skit, and a family-friendly Diwali celebration.
Jointly Organized By: SDIAS, Ekal Vidyalaya, Sewa USA, and House of India.
More Information:
Details coming soon.
Join Odissi Vilas, in association with the Consulate General of India, San Francisco, for “Athah,” a creative exploration of the depths within Odissi dance, celebrating the birth centenary of Guru Shri Kelucharan Mohapatra.
Date: October 3
Time: 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM
Doors Open: 5:30 PM
Venue: iMPACT Center for Art & Dance, San Francisco
Featuring: Arushi Mudgal
Concept & Choreography: Arushi Mudgal
Vocals: Sawani Mudgal
Special Appearance: Guru Shri Vishnu Tattva Das
Tickets & Details: Book Tickets Here
Join the India Community Center (ICC) for its 23rd Annual Gala, an evening of music, food, community and meaningful impact supporting youth programs and STEM education.
Date: Saturday, October 3, 2026
Time: 6:00 PM
Venue: India Community Center, 525 Los Coches Street, Milpitas, CA 95035
RSVP By: September 20, 2026
Highlights: Live Qawwali by Riyaaz Qawwali, a sumptuous dinner by Jalsa & Zareen’s, and an evening celebrating community and giving back.
Dress Code: Indian or Western Formal
Register: ICC Annual Gala 2026
Contact: iccbanquet@indiacc.org
Join the Hindu American Foundation (HAF) for its 2026 Bay Area Gala, The Not So Late Show with HAF. This engaging evening brings together community leaders, supporters, and advocates to celebrate HAF’s work in protecting civil rights, advancing education, and strengthening the Hindu American community. Guests will enjoy an entertaining program, vegetarian dinner, inspiring stories, and opportunities to support HAF’s mission.
Date: Sunday, October 4, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Venue:
Canyon View, Canyon Way, San Ramon, CA
Tickets: Starting from $25
Tickets & Information:
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Join Peace Center Los Angeles for “Building Bridges to Inner and Community Peace,” an inspirational seminar dedicated to promoting harmony, understanding, compassion and lasting peace within individuals and the wider community.
Date: October 10
Time: 9:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Venue: Jain Center of Southern California
Admission: $10 General | $25 VIP
Includes: Complimentary appetizers & lunch with $10 admission.
RSVP / Tickets: Register Here
Website: www.peacecenterla.org
Join the Peace Center Los Angeles for an inspirational seminar focused on cultivating inner peace, community harmony, and meaningful connections. The gathering invites participants to come together, reflect, and explore ways to build bridges of understanding and peace within ourselves and our communities.
Events & Community Gatherings
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Time: 9:30 AM
Venue: Jain Center of Southern California
Be part of an inspirational gathering dedicated to building bridges, strengthening communities, and creating greater peace within ourselves and the world around us.
Event Information: Your participation will be greatly appreciated.
Join the community for three days of devotion, culture, and celebration at the Gold Glamour Goddess Durga Puja in Cupertino.
Celebrate Durga Puja with traditional rituals, music, dance, and festive gatherings.
Dates: October 16–18, 2026
Venue: Cupertino Monte Vista School
Address: 21840 McClellan Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014
Friday, October 16
• Dandiya DJ Night — 7:00 PM onwards
Saturday, October 17
• Pujo & Anjali — 11:00 AM onwards
• DJ Night — 7:00 PM onwards
Sunday, October 18
• Arti, Sindur Khela & Visarjan — 11:00 AM onwards
Tickets: Early-bird pricing available.
More Information: Click Here
Everyone is welcome!
Mandala South Asian Performing Arts presents the Red Line Jazz Festival, curated by acclaimed jazz guitarist Fareed Haque. The evening brings together jazz, global music, and dance, featuring artists from the Red Line Jazz Project, Chicago Immigrant Orchestra, and Mandala Dance Ensemble.
Date: Friday, October 16, 2026
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Venue: Harris Theater for Music and Dance
Address: 205 E. Randolph Street, Chicago, IL
Highlights: Live jazz performances, cross-cultural musical collaborations, internationally acclaimed artists, curated by Fareed Haque, and an unforgettable evening of contemporary world music.
Tickets & Information: Click Here
Join Ayaansh Group for “Ramlila – A Musical Drama,” a special cultural presentation celebrating the timeless story of Lord Shri Rama through music, drama and devotion. Recognized by UNESCO as part of India’s cultural heritage, the production is based on the 108 Mankas (sacred verses) of the epic Ramcharitmanas.
Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026
Occasion: Maha Saptami – 7th Day of Navratri
Showtime: 6:30 PM
Duration: 90 Minutes
Venue: India Community Center 525 Los Coches St. Milpitas, CA 95035
Program Highlights: Experience the timeless saga of Lord Shri Rama featuring:
The production brings the Ramcharitmanas to life through an immersive combination of music, theatrical performance and devotion, offering audiences a family-friendly celebration of Indian culture and spiritual heritage.
Admission: FREE
Capacity: Up to 850 guests can be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Contact: info@ramlila.us
More Information: scan the QR code on the event invitation.
Celebrate Navratri at the Sixteenth Annual Raas Garba by The Sargam Group of SoCal with lively Garba, Dandiya, live music, and family-friendly fun at Soka University. Enjoy performances by Suresh Bhatt & Party and Mosami Shah & Party, plus a special Kids Garba & Dandiya session from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Dates: Saturday, October 17, 2026 & Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 7:00 PM onwards
Kids Garba & Dandiya: 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Venue: Soka University Gymnasium, 1 University Drive, Aliso Viejo, CA
Admission: $15 Online • Kids under 5 are Free
Parking: Free
Performers: October 17 – Suresh Bhatt & Party • October 24 – Mosami Shah & Party
Highlights: Raas Garba • Dandiya • Live Music • Kids Garba • Navratri Celebration • Indian Cultural Experience • Family-Friendly Event • Free Parking
Book Tickets: Click here
For Sponsorship Opportunities & Information:
Bhavin Patel: (714) 478-8927
Lishma Patel: (714) 721-8502
Dipak Shah: (714) 312-6022
Satyam Patel: (714) 829-7846
Join The Sikh Foundation International for “Echoes and Aarti – A Century of Light,” a special celebration honoring the 100th birthday of Dr. Narinder S. Kapany and his lifelong efforts to preserve and promote Sikh art, history, and music.
Date: Sunday, October 18, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM
Venue: Triton Museum of Art, Santa Clara, California
Program Highlights:
5:00–6:00 PM: Kaisi Aarti Hoey!! — Performed by Ishmeet Narula
6:00–7:00 PM: Tea & Light Refreshments
7:00–8:00 PM: Echoes of the Eternal — Dr. Leena Singh and ensemble performing verses from Japji Sahib and Sri Guru Granth Sahib, set to music by Ustad Homayoun Sakhi.
RSVP: By October 2
Tickets: Click Here to RSVP / Get Tickets
Join the American Society of Engineers of Indian Origin (ASEI) for its 38th National Convention, bringing together engineers, technology leaders, entrepreneurs, investors, researchers, educators, and students in Silicon Valley.
Date: Saturday, October 24, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM | Diwali Celebration: 5:00 PM – 8:30 PM
Venue: Computer History Museum, Mountain View, California
Highlights: AI & Agentic AI • Emerging Technology • Venture & Entrepreneurship • Leadership & Career • Youth & Students • Impact & Community
Evening Celebration: Snacks & Drinks • Youth Talent Show • Dinner • Member Talent Show • Karaoke & DJ
Special Recognition: ASEI will honor distinguished leaders including Thomas Kurian, Rama Akkiraju, Dheeraj Pandey, and Rebecca Caleb for their contributions to technology, leadership, and the engineering community.
Website: www.aseiusa.org
Experience the world premiere of Kolam: At the Threshold, a new full-length Bharatanatyam production by Abhinaya Dance Company. Choreographed by Rasika Kumar, the 80-minute performance draws inspiration from the South Indian tradition of kolam-intricate rice-flour designs created at the entrance of homes. Through Bharatanatyam, Carnatic music, spoken word, and geometric stage design, the production explores themes of ritual, cultural memory, identity, migration, and the evolving meaning of tradition.
Date: Saturday, November 7, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM
Venue:
Mexican Heritage Plaza, 1700 Alum Rock Avenue, San Jose, CA
Presented By:
Abhinaya Dance Company
Tickets: Tickets go on sale beginning September 8, 2026
Contact:
(415) 203-4363
Shannon_atlas@mac.com
More Information:
Click Here