On September 25, India’s most colorful celebration comes to Hoboken in Hudson County. Color playing, performances, live music, dance, and food vendors will occupy the Hudson Waterfront in a magical celebration that honors the Hindu gods and signifies good triumphing over evil. The “Festival of Color” will begin at 10 a.m. with live performances and yoga at City Hall in Jersey City, followed by a 2-mile walk. Participants will then congregate at Pier A in Hoboken, where the festival will run from noon to 8 p.m. 

Participants must register in advance at https://bit.ly/3lDBiWc. Ticket prices range from $5-15 and include a Surati Holi T-shirt and water bottle. Ticket prices will go up on the day of the festival. 

Surati for Performing Arts (https://suratiinc.com/index.html) is a Jersey City-based, award-winning, nonprofit organization that tours nationally and internationally with its concerts and elaborate stage productions. The group showcases Indian performing arts through dance, stories, and festivals.