September 2024: Slated for the 28th & 29th of September, Maya Bazaar, Bengaluru’s beloved annual celebration of diversity and inclusivity, returns for its 5th edition, solidifying its position as India’s largest in-person inclusive festival celebrating the LGBTQIA+ community and its allies. Along with LGBTQIA+ community, this year’s festival expands its reach to include persons with disabilities (PwD) and the Dalit, Bahujan, and Adivasi (DBA) communities, fostering a truly intersectional and inclusive experience.
A weekend filled with art, culture, entertainment and entrepreneurship, Maya Bazaar offers a safe and empowering platform for self-expression, community building, and showcasing a diverse range of talents, products, and performances. Additionally, it stands out as Bengaluru’s most pet-friendly festival, welcoming all members of the family, including furry companions, with designated pet zones and activities.
Maya Bazaar will feature over 150 stalls, offering a diverse range of products and experiences from queer-owned, women-owned, and ally-owned businesses. Visitors can explore quirky clothing, handcrafted jewellery, art, food & beverages, wellness products, footwear, tarot readings, stationery with brands like Rangili Jewellery, BeUnic, Panda Rolling, Ashco by Ashly, Roh Malur, Podi Nan Maga and more.
Visitors will have several activities to keep them engaged, ‘Pride Meets Purpose,’ is the topic of an engaging panel discussion that will captivate spectators where inspiring voices come together to spark conversations that matter! Workshops with Out and About, an Art & Craft Corner, mesmerising Flow-art performances, spontaneous Dance & Movement sessions, and community-building activities designed to foster connections and promote a safe and inclusive environment for all. Whether you’re here to celebrate, learn, or simply soak in the positive energy, the beloved Maya Bazaar is the place to be.
This year, Maya Khaya & Maya Bar, the F&B zone at the bazaar, proudly partner with brands like Heineken, Maverick & Farmer, Damn Good Momos, Bento Bento, Perf Ice Candy and many others that offer a wide range of choices to indulge in.
As for entertainment, Maya Manch has lined up brilliant acts this year to celebrate creativity and expression. The stage will be graced with dancers, open mics, soul-stirring poetry, musicians, comedians, performers that may not have a label yet, but definitely reshape gender on stage, setting the tone for an unforgettable experience. Among the artists, Avril—more fondly known as Chutney Mary—stands out as a rapper and DJ whose experimental performances don’t conform to any one discipline. Chutney Mary is set to DJ and deliver a set as unique as she is, sharing the stage with two dazzling drag artists.
Festival goers can look forward to the Bangalore-based band, Purple Mints, who bring their mellow, chill style to covers of their favourite pop, punk, and rock classics. The Pink Divas, Bangalore’s beloved queer dance group, who will light up the stage with their electrifying performances set to popular item numbers. Deepak, an entrepreneur with a passion for dance, will captivate the audience with a solo performance, while Bangalore-based singer-songwriter Abby will enchant with a set of their multi-lingual originals.
For the first time, the Maya Manch will host India’s first queer musical, The Baaja Company. This original production promises to be a truly magical experience—a vibrant satire about a queer drama troupe navigating life, love, and creativity as they rehearse for their next big play.
Join us on the 28th & 29th of September and be part of a festival that celebrates the beauty of diversity, the strength of unity, and the joy of community. At Maya Bazaar, everyone has a place to shine, including our four-legged friends!
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Quick Facts:
Maya Bazaar: India’s Largest LGBTQIA+ Festival, A Celebration of Diversity and Inclusion
When: 28th & 29th September 2024
Where: Jayamahal Palace Hotel Grounds, Bangalore
Time: – 10am – 10pm
Ticket Link – https://allevents.in/
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