Diwali - a Celebration of Light
Diwali: A Celebration of Light 🪔
Join us at Absent for an evening of warmth, color and light to mark Diwali, the festival of lights.
Observed by millions of people around the world, Diwali stands for the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. It’s a time for gathering, sharing and celebrating together. Everyone is welcome!
What to expect
✨ Music and dancing
🃏 Traditional Diwali card games
🍛 Indian snacks available on the menu
🪔 Lights, candles and a cozy, festive atmosphere
What to wear
Come in your festive best. Traditional attire is welcome if you have it, but a nice outfit is just as good. Bring your brightest colors and your best mood.
Come on your own, bring friends, or come and meet new people. All you need is good energy!
About Absent
Absent is a phone-free creative third space and café in Principe Real where time is yours again. The kind you used to waste beautifully.
Every experience at Absent is designed around presence.
What to Expect
Offline, always - Phones go in secure pouches and stay with you.
A beautifully designed space where every color, texture and detail makes presence effortless
Café & Bar - Specialty coffee, freshly boiled chai, Portuguese wines, craft beers, and artisanal sodas, baked goods from local bakeries and rotating food menu from local chefs.
All of the infrastructure, none of the pressure - high quality art supplies, craft materials, books, board games, brain fitness workbooks, introspection kits and more.