Aug 15, 2026
Anand Bazaar India Independence Day at Comerica Center
IANT’s Anand Bazaar celebrates India’s Independence Day Saturday, August 15, 2026 (2–10 p.m.) at Comerica Center in Frisco with a free parade, food bazaar, performances, and evening spectacle.
Free admission
India Association of North Texas hosts Anand Bazaar on Saturday, August 15, 2026 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Comerica Center, 2601 Avenue of the Stars in Frisco. Entry is free for all residents (organizers ask visitors to claim free tickets).
Expect an Independence Day parade with floats and cultural troupes, a regional Indian food bazaar, classical/folk/Bollywood performances, live music, and an evening concert plus drone or laser finale. The tradition dates to 1962 and draws families from across the DFW metroplex.
When: August 15, 2026 (2–10 p.m.)
Where: Comerica Center, 2601 Avenue of the Stars, Frisco, TX 75034
Confirm free-ticket links, parade registration, and suite details on the IANT event page before you go.
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