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AAPI New Jersey\u2019s Light Up Diwali festival returns to the Montclair Art Museum. This joyous gathering honors the diverse cultural traditions of the South Asian diaspora.<\/p>\n

Diwali, the festival of lights, commemorates a triumph of light over darkness and is a time for all to gather and celebrate new beginnings. Spend a magical afternoon enjoying vibrant music and dance performances, trying your hand at kid-friendly crafts, and capturing special moments in our photo booth. Visitors will have the opportunity to learn about South Asian art, browse one-of-a-kind goods from local vendors, and indulge in sweet and savory bites from an array of food trucks. The museum\u2019s galleries will also be open to explore with the price of admission.<\/p>\n

We hope you will join us for this uplifting day of music, fun, food, and light!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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