Program Schedule

North East India Cultural Festival 2026

Canada's first North East India Cultural Festival, presented by SaptaRang Cultural Society.

Date

Saturday, May 30, 2026

Time

5:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Location

North Delta Secondary School, Delta, BC

Exhibition & Vendors

Handicrafts, vendor booths, Assamese tea, pithas, Manipuri delicacies, momos, and regional food stalls open at 5:00 PM.

Cultural Program

Opening ceremony, dignitary felicitations, dance, music, fashion showcase, live band, lucky draw, and networking.

May 30, 2026

Event Timeline

Schedule is subject to minor changes during the event.

Exhibition & Food Stalls

5:00 PM

Handicrafts Exhibition & Food Stalls Open

Explore exquisite handicrafts from all 8 states of North East India. Savour authentic Assamese tea, pithas and Manipuri delicacies like wild rice kheer. Enjoy momos from the Arunachal stall and dishes from Roy's Kitchen and Delicious Bengal.

Explore our vendor booths for some awesome deals.

Opening Ceremony

6:30 PM

MC Welcome & Land Acknowledgment

Setting the tone for the evening with a warm welcome.

6:37 PM

Intro Video & SaptaRang Vision

A glimpse into the journey and mission of SaptaRang.

6:44 PM

Seven State Representatives Welcome

Representatives from 7 North East states welcome guests in their native tongue.

Cultural Bridge

6:50 PM

Indigenous Performance

Aboriginal dancers and singers from many Nations across Turtle Island.

Opening Ceremony Continued

7:07 PM

Dignitary Welcome & Felicitation - Batch 1

Formal welcome and remarks from honoured dignitaries.

7:18 PM

Arunachal Welcome Dance

Traditional welcome dance from Arunachal Pradesh.

7:27 PM

Sattriya Nritya - Assamese Classical Dance

One of India's eight classical dance forms, originating from 15th century Assam.

7:33 PM

Dignitary Welcome & Felicitation - Batch 2

Second batch of dignitaries felicitated.

7:40 PM

Corporate Sponsor Felicitation

Recognizing our generous corporate sponsors for their support.

Cultural Performances

7:52 PM

Bihu Dance

Energetic traditional folk dance celebrating Assamese culture.

8:04 PM

Manipuri Semi Classical Dance - Khamba Thoibi

Ancient love story of Khamba and Thoibi through classical dance drama.

8:15 PM

Folk Dance of Arunachal Pradesh

Traditional folk dance from Arunachal Pradesh.

8:22 PM

Mizo Cheraw Dance

Ancient bamboo dance performed by Mizo youth from Calgary, Alberta.

Showcase Segment

8:30 PM

NE Fashion Show

Showcasing traditional attire from the North East states.

8:39 PM

Event Sponsor Felicitation - Batch 1

Honouring our event sponsors with certificates of appreciation.

Music & Showcase

8:47 PM

Tripura - Solo Song

Solo vocal performance representing Tripura.

8:54 PM

Nagaland - Duet

"Kelhou Kevira" - a cherished Angami Naga gospel and patriotic song.

9:01 PM

Sikkim - Video & Stage Walk

Video showcase and traditional attire walk representing Sikkim.

9:06 PM

Meghalaya - Video & Stage Walk

Video showcase and traditional attire walk representing Meghalaya.

Recognition & Finale

9:11 PM

Event Sponsor Felicitation - Batch 2

Honouring our event sponsors with certificates of appreciation.

9:19 PM

Volunteers' Recognition

Celebrating the dedication of our amazing volunteers.

9:32 PM

Live Band - Srishti (The Beginning)

High-energy live performance: Assamese folk meets rock energy.

9:52 PM

Vote of Thanks

By the President of SaptaRang.

9:57 PM

Lucky Draw Announcement

Final lucky draw. You must be present to win.

10:01 PM

Photos & Networking

Mingle, celebrate, and capture memories together.