Surrey hosts Downtown Bhangra for the first time this weekend
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The VIBC Downtown Bhangra festival is taking place in Surrey for the first time ever this year, to flaunt the joy and diversity of Bhangra.
On June 17, the day-long celebration of Bhangra culture will feature world-class headliners like singer Zora Randhawa and rapper Fateh, who topped the charts with their recent hits.
PERFORMING AT @vibc THIS SATURDAY. ITS LIT 🔥🔥🔥 pic.twitter.com/3NmOOHq6ZL
— Fateh Singh (@FatehDOE) June 13, 2017
Local bhangra talent, En Karma, who are promoting a brand new album, will be in attendance.
Surrey born, DJ Intense whose song Suit was last summer’s anthem, will also be performing.
#Surrey‘s very own DJ Intense takes the #DowntownBhangra stage on June 17 at Surrey City Hall Plaza#BhangraLove pic.twitter.com/0IDZUx92Rz
— VIBC (@vibc) May 30, 2017
Up-and-coming San Diego based singer, Sabrina will also showcase her talent.
Overall, more than 250 local and international artists will be part of the Downtown Bhangra festival.
Here’s the full list of performers – and there’ll be even more dance troupes to enjoy too.
The Downtown Bhangra event is part of City of Bhangra, organized by the Vancouver International Bhangra Celebration Society to boost community engagement through the joy of bhangra.
See also
- Indian Summer Festival returns to Vancouver in July
- Vancouver Queer Film Festival 2017 announces film spotlights
2017 Downtown Bhangra Festival
When: Saturday, June 17
Time: Noon to 8 pm
Where: Surrey City Hall Plaza – 13450 104 Ave, Surrey
Admission: Free