ABBOTSFORD CANUCKS TO CELEBRATE DIWALI NIGHT
Abbotsford, B.C. – Following a successful Diwali Night at Rogers Arena on Monday and former Abbotsford Canuck Arshdeep Bains netting his first NHL goal on Saturday against the Penguins, the South Asian celebration continues tonight at the Abbotsford Centre, with the Abbotsford Canucks Diwali Night, presented by Ridgecrest Dairy.
Diwali Night will be focused on celebrating and honouring the lively culture of the South Asian community in the Fraser Valley while bringing the entire community together for fun, good food, and music!
The commemoration of Diwali is the festival of lights, an important religious celebration for Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs (Bandi Chhor Divas). Originating in India, Diwali is celebrated all over the world. During this time, houses are decorated with diyas (candles), deepavali (lamps), and Rangoli artwork (patterns on the ground created by coloured powder or rice). Diwali is one of the most popular festivals in the South Asian calendar.
Diwali encourages a strong sense of unity with communities sharing food and gifts among friends, family, and those in need. Firework displays are presented in the community to highlight celebrations and show light triumph over darkness. Diwali means "row of lighted lamps" with light symbolizing the triumph of good over evil, prosperity over poverty, and knowledge over ignorance.
The festivities can be observed throughout the evening, with activations around the Abbotsford Centre, including:
- DJ Heer performing pre-game on the plaza and throughout the game
- Diwali décor spread across the concourse provided by Abby Wedding
- Multiple activations in Section 101
- Henna provided by the South Asian Resource Office
- Chai sampling from Chaiiwala
- Paneer samples courtesy of Ridgecrest Dairy
- Guru Nanak Food Bank in Community Corner
Learning Stars Arts Academy performing at the intermission
Tickets are still available for this special evening and can be purchased at abbotsford.canucks.com/tickets/singlegame. We look forward to celebrating the ‘Festival of Lights’ with you!
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Future Abbotsford Canucks Community & Fan Engagement Nights (through the first half of the season)
Diwali Night, presented by Ridgecrest Dairy: October 29 vs Tucson Roadrunners
Country Night: November 9 vs Bakersfield Condors
Hockey Fights Cancer: November 15 vs Coachella Valley Firebirds
Movember Night: November 16 vs Coachella Valley Firebirds
Rock n’ Roll Night: December 7 vs Colorado Eagles
Teddy Bear Toss presented by Save-On-Foods: December 14 vs Manitoba Moose
Ugly Christmas Sweater Night: December 21 vs Tucson Roadrunners
Vancouver Canucks Night: January 11 vs Henderson Silver Knights
Autism Acceptance Night: January 14 vs Ontario Reign
Hockey Talks: January 15 vs Ontario Reign