Aug 22India Day Mela 2026 — India Independence Day Celebration
Pierce College
IALA's flagship all-day family festival celebrating India's Independence Day — cultural performances, food, a free health fair, and 60–70 community booths.
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We're the families, volunteers, and neighbors who have kept Indian culture close to home in Los Angeles and the San Fernando Valley for more than 25 years. Every August we throw the India Day Mela, every January we mark Republic Day, and all year long we make room for anyone who wants to celebrate with us.
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Aug 22Pierce College
IALA's flagship all-day family festival celebrating India's Independence Day — cultural performances, food, a free health fair, and 60–70 community booths.
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“To introduce, promote and enhance awareness of the heritage, culture and traditions of India by organizing various cultural and social events.”
We started in 1999 with a handful of families who wanted their kids to grow up knowing the festivals, food, and traditions they grew up with. Twenty-five years later, our India Day Mela has welcomed more than 10,000 people over the years, and a volunteer leadership of 34 neighbors keeps it all going.
From Republic Day to our India Day Mela, we bring families together around the festivals and traditions of India.
We connect residents with civic leaders, public programs, and a welcoming network across Southern California.
Programs that help the next generation stay connected to their heritage, language, and community.
Stages for classical and folk dance, music, and theatre that spotlight our community's talent.
The latest updates and coverage from the India Association of Los Angeles.

The community has elected its new executive team for the 2025–2026 term, led by President Falguniba Zala.
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The 25th annual India Day Mela brought more than 10,000 attendees together in August 2024.
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A glimpse of the celebrations, performances, and people that make IALA special.







From the pride of Republic Day to the color and joy of our Independence Day Mela, our celebrations are where children learn the dances their grandparents danced, where families share food and stories, and where a faraway homeland feels close to home.
Every performance, every booth, and every gathering helps preserve the traditions of India for the next generation of Angelenos.
The year we started
Years serving our community
At our annual India Day Mela
Volunteer leaders
Our events run on the energy of volunteers. Bring your time and talent — from event-day logistics to youth programs — and help our community thrive.
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