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FREE (optional: $15 Meals)

   Sat – Sun, 11 – 12 January 2025
   10:00am – 6:00pm (2 days)
    Indian Heritage Centre, Singapore
   English & Tamil, Cultural Festive
   General, Family, kid-friendly
   Photo & video allowed
   Indian Heritage Centre

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Experience the vibrant spirit of Pongal, the Tamil harvest festival, at the Indian Heritage Centre’s Farmer-Themed Open House in Little India! Enjoy FREE museum admission and an exciting weekend filled with cultural festivities.

From a lively farmer’s market and hands-on craft activities to captivating live performances, there’s something for everyone. Don’t miss out—this celebration lasts for one weekend only!

Highlights for Families and Kids

Pongal Special Activity Booklets
Celebrate Pongal with our engaging activity booklets, designed to educate and entertain young minds! These booklets explore the festival’s significance, traditional foods, rituals, and much more.

Available in two age-appropriate versions:
4 years & above
8 years & above
Pick up your copy from 11 January. Limited availability, no pre-registration required!

Festive Activities

Pongal Festive Installation
Explore a beautifully crafted installation showcasing the traditions and customs of Pongal. On display until the end of January, no pre-registration required.

Pongal Pot Face Painting
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 10 AM – 5 PM
Children can get colorful Pongal pot designs painted on their faces—a playful way to connect with the festival’s traditions.

Free Craft Activities
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 10 AM – 5 PM
Canvas Drawstring Bag: Design your own Pongal pot-themed bag with fabric markers.
Coloring Sheets: Enjoy festive-themed coloring sheets inspired by Pongal traditions.

Interactive Photo Booth
On display until 31 Jan 2025
Step into the role of a farmer! Don a farmer’s hat and snap a photo plowing fields in our immersive setup. 

Live Performances

Folk Music and Dance Concert
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 10:30 AM & 2 PM
Celebrate rural traditions with vibrant folk music and dance performances that highlight the joy and hard work of the harvest season.

Note: Performances may be weather-dependent.

Family-Friendly Fun

Pongal Harvest Games
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 10 AM – 5 PM
Participate in farming-inspired games and learn about agricultural practices. Enjoy small goodies for your efforts!

Pongal Farmer’s Market
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 10 AM – 5 PM
Explore a variety of stalls featuring products tied to farming, agriculture, and Indian culture.

Free Tea & Snacks
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 11:30 AM & 3 PM
Savor the taste of Pongal with sweet Pongal and masala tea, celebrating the season’s bounty.

Free Henna
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 11 AM – 5 PM
Get into the festive spirit with a natural henna design.

Paid Programme

Pongal Brunch Trail – Meals Included
Dates & Time: 11 & 12 Jan | 10:30 AM – 12 PM (1.5-hour sessions)
Explore the role of agriculture in Pongal, learn about Indian vegetables, and enjoy a delicious vegetarian banana leaf rice meal. Fee: $20 per person | Maximum group size: 15 per session.

Celebrate Pongal with us for a weekend full of fun, learning, and cultural discovery. We can’t wait to see you there!

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