MELBOURNE GANESH UTSAV 2025 - MULTICULTURAL ARTS AND FOOD FESTIVAL

Melbourne Ganesh Utsav 2025 marks its grand 10th-year celebration as one of Australia’s most iconic multicultural festivals dedicated to arts, food, and devotion. This milestone year brings together community, culture, and spirituality in a spectacular day-long event filled with joy and togetherness. Set in a spiritually charged environment, the festival will feature a magnificent 5.5-foot idol of Lord Ganesh—a replica of the famous Dagadusheth Halwai Temple in Pune—inviting devotees to seek blessings in a divine setting. The event will host three grand Maha Aartis at different intervals, allowing attendees to immerse themselves in powerful devotional rituals. Devotees can also book personalized poojas and purchase pooja thalis to participate more deeply in the spiritual experience. Traditional Maharashtrian Dhol performances will add energy and rhythm to the celebration, while an array of cultural shows throughout the day will showcase India’s classical, folk, Bollywood, and multicultural art forms. The festival also includes special kids’ performances and activities designed to engage younger attendees. Guests can enjoy a variety of authentic Indian food and shop at market stalls featuring clothing, handicrafts, jewellery, and community businesses. A traditional Laddu Auction will add a festive and charitable spirit to the event. To commemorate the 10th anniversary, attendees can look forward to exclusive surprises, guest appearances, and once-in-a-decade performances, making this edition of Melbourne Ganesh Utsav a truly unforgettable experience.