Name: Youth Diwali Art/Performance Contest (and Audition for Wonderful India Festival of Lights)
Start: 2026-11-08T17:00:00.000-06:00
End: 2026-11-08T19:30:00.000-06:00
Location: Asian American Resource Center

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Wonderful India

Young artists, writers, and performers are invited to share their interpretation of the story and spirit of Diwali, the timeless story of hope and renewal, through visual art, written word, and live performance. Showcase your craft and compete for a chance to participate in this season's culminating event, Wonderful India Festival of Lights, on November 14th.

BONUS: Enjoy a special guest performance by UT ensemble Healing with Harmonies following the contestant presentations.

Think of November 8th as both a contest (with prizes!) as well as a low-pressure audition for the grand Festival of Lights on November 14th.

All registered contestants will perform/display their work on November 8th in a grand ballroom setting in front of their peers and invited guests. Top artists/performers will receive an invitation to participate in the November 14th festival in front of the Austin community at large.

Parents and teachers be sure to bring your cameras!

Individual submissions only, except for dance entries. Contestants may only submit one work for consideration per category. Contestants can compete in more than one category.

Submission and live performance will be judged in three age divisions. There will be winners in each age division.

All youth contestants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian during the event. Provide parent/guardian contact info in the checkout details.

Event is open to the public. If you plan to attend and are not the accompanying parent/ guardian for a contestant, then select the 

This Youth Arts Contest is part of the first cycle of a 14-month series of events scheduled during the 2026-27 season of the Wonderful India movement in Austin, Texas. Read more about the movement and stay up-to-date with upcoming events at 

Event will be held inside the ballroom, which is right off the foyer when you enter the building.