The state Capitol grounds will host IndiaFest from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday — an event featuring entertainment, cultural exhibits, food and bazaar vendors as well as nonprofit groups associated with India.
A main attraction is Bollywood Night, from 6 to 9 p.m., when the upper mall is converted to a dance floor. Musicians include Raga Rewired, performing popular Bollywood songs, along with featured artist Ananth Vikram.
Metro Transit is providing complimentary rides to and from the event all day. More information on Metro Transit rides and the event itself can be found at iamn.org/event/indiafest-2025/
IndiaFest is outdoors and free for all. It marks the celebration of Indian Independence Day, that falls on Aug. 15.
A platter of somosa chat waits hungry fesitival goers at the Bawarchi Indian Food tent at IndiaFest at the Minnesota Capitol grounds in St. Paul on Saturday, Aug 13, 2022. The one day festival includes traditional and contemporary Indian dance, food, cultural exhibits and vendors. (John Autey / Pioneer Press)
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