GARBA360

When people in the northwestern Indian state of Gujarat want to celebrate, the ecstatic dance tradition known as garba often provides the fuel. An essential component of nine-day fall Hindu festival Navratri and wedding celebrations, garba is an intoxicating, high-energy folk dance style marked by hand claps and twirls. Danced in a circle (reflecting the cyclical Hindu conception of time), garba steps can be anything from a simple two-step to intricate movements.

Learn the steps from dance instructors and dance to live music in the park with Garba360. Feel free to wear a long, flared skirt, kurta top, or other Indian clothing. All are invited to participate and dance!