Indiafest returns to Wickham Park in Melbourne for its 29th annual celebration.

The 29th Annual Indiafest will take place March 7–8 at Wickham Park in Melbourne, featuring music, dance, food, cultural exhibits and a Discover India exhibit honoring Indian women; proceeds will support WAYS for Life and the Brevard Achievement Center.

Indiafest returns to Wickham Park in Melbourne for its 29th annual celebration on March 7–8. The festival began in 1996 as a small community gathering and has grown into a widely attended multicultural event on the Space Coast. It was founded by local leaders including Dr. Gopal Gadodia, Mahesh Shah, Judge Alli Majeed, Dr. Sue Mitra, Pravin Patel, Shirish Patel and Dr. Sharad Vyas. Organizers say the festival combines cultural performances, food, art and community service. Event details: - Dates and location: March 7–8 at Wickham Park in Melbourne. - Admission: $8 for adults, $4 for children under 12, and free for children under 5. - Beneficiaries: WAYS for Life, which provides wraparound youth services for at-risk young adults, and the Brevard Achievement Center, which offers services and opportunities for people with disabilities. - Activities: hands-on youth activities, cultural booths and games, all-day stage performances of traditional and contemporary Indian music and dance, and a fashion show. - Exhibits and vendors: the Discover India exhibit will highlight the theme celebrating the strength and achievements of Indian women; food vendors will offer Indian cuisine, and other vendors will sell ethnic clothing, jewelry, arts and crafts, and henna art. - Raffle: prizes reported to include televisions, video games, dining packages, movie tickets, weekend resort stays and spa coupons. Summary: Indiafest draws thousands for a weekend of cultural connection while raising support for local nonprofit organizations; this year’s named beneficiaries are WAYS for Life and the Brevard Achievement Center. The event is scheduled for March 7–8 at Wickham Park in Melbourne and will feature performances, exhibits, food and a range of family-oriented activities.