Past Events

India’s 79th Independence Day Celebration!

Get ready to celebrate the spirit of freedom, unity, and patriotism as the Indian Americans of Lexington proudly presents Independence Day Celebration!

Join us for an afternoon filled with:

🎶 Cultural Performances including a Family Fashion Show (Registration required)

💃 Music & Dance including our famous Mob Dance

🎯 Fun Games & Activities including Chess With Anil, Cricket Matches, Tug of War, and more

🎉 Community Celebrations

🍽️ Delicious Food

A Tribute to India’s Rich Heritage and Freedom

Let’s come together as a community to honor the values of independence, celebrate our vibrant culture, and create unforgettable memories with family and friends.

India Independence Day FashioN Show

🚨 Fashion Show Registration Deadline: July 31, 2026 🚨

Don't miss your chance to be part of this exciting community fashion show! Registration is required for all participants, as this is a fully choreographed event and advance sign-up is essential for planning and logistics.

Be sure to visit the registration link to view the different participation categories and choose the one that's right for you.

👗 Families are encouraged to participate! From grandparents to grandchildren, we invite all generations to walk the runway together and celebrate your unique style.

Come showcase your fashion, confidence, and creativity while connecting with the community. We can't wait to see you on the runway!

Register by July 31, 2026, and join the show! ✨

Registration Link, QR Code & Flyer Below - Sign Up Required!!!

Spectacular Ghazal & Folk Songs Event

🎶 An Afternoon of Ghazals & Folk Songs

Presented by SANT (Sikh Association of Neighboring Towns) & IAL (Indian Americans of Lexington)

Join us for a delightful summer afternoon filled with soulful music, community connection, and cultural celebration.

On Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 2:00 PM, SANT and IAL warmly invite the Lexington community—especially our senior residents, along with their families and friends—to enjoy a relaxing and uplifting musical experience.

The event will feature live performances by the talented students of Pandit Rama Rao Mukkamala Ji, a distinguished All India Radio artist and respected music educator who has been enriching the Boston-area community for many years.

📍 Location:
Lexington Community Center
39 Marrett Road, Lexington, MA

✨ Event Highlights:

Beautiful Ghazals and folk music performances
A welcoming, social atmosphere for seniors and families
Opportunity to connect with the community

✅ FREE Event – Open to All
📌 Registration Required (RSVP): grszoom@gmail.com

We look forward to an afternoon of music, memories, and meaningful connections.

Quarterly Community Open House

Quarterly Forum

Diwali 2025

Please Note:

For this year's Diwali event, unlike previous years, food tickets must be purchased directly from the vendor (link below) in addition to the event entrance ticket (link below).

📌 Important:

Food will NOT be available for purchase at the event.

ONLY guests who pre-purchased their food tickets will be able to redeem meals on the day.

The food purchase link will close on November 7th—NO EXCEPTIONS.

Be sure to secure your food tickets in advance - Vendor is Siva’s Kitchen!

Entrance Ticket

Early Bird Specials: Tickets will be available starting September 21, 2025. By popular demand, special pricing has been extended till October 27, 2025.

Tickets are sold out. There will be a limited number of walk-in tickets available

Food Ticket Purchase Link for Diwali 2025

https://ial-2025.square.site/

First Independence Day picnic 2025

Additional Details & Registration Link:

Please register so that we can get a head count:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeXGTbKoEVMsMaoj5dWhkBLqpS4FibVRu1FwcmwpSBz-NOkNg/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113755847759898573736

We are also offering vendor opportunity. If you are interested, please email us at iaoflex2007@gmail.com

Also please consider signing up and volunteer to help make this event a success:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScXBZ1Z2L_uniyWg4NPXPNAHpfuehdZaN40l4Mihz-k76Og5A/viewform?usp=sharing&ouid=113755847759898573736

DIWALI 2024

New Residents

Meet and greet September 16, 2023

Holi 2022

IAL celebrated Holi 2022 by wishing the community with via a video which also included greetings from the officials of Town of Lexington.

Watch the Holi Community Greetings Video below.

IAL also created a collage of pictures and video collected from the community to showcase the colorful festival.

Watch a Holi compilation of Pictures and Video curated that were sent by the community.

IAL also organized an Art workshop titled “The Colors of Spring” in collaboration with Cary Library and Java Mehta Joshi of Academy of Creative Arts (ACA). Java led the art workshop and taught personalized color blending techniques to an enthusiast bunch of kids. IAL thanks Cary library and ACA for this wonderful opportunity and collaboration.

September 2022:

IAL’s organized it’s debut Musical show called IAL’ Magical Night of Music - September 17th from 5 pm - 7 pm at Depot Square in Lexington

Enjoy pictures from the show: