Nov 1, 2026
BAPS Diwali Annakutotsav 2026 in Mather
BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Sacramento hosts Diwali Annakutotsav Sunday, November 1, 2026, noon–5 p.m., with Annakut darshan, exhibits, food stalls, and carnival programming.
Free admission
BAPS Sacramento hosts Diwali Annakutotsav on Sunday, November 1 from noon to 5 p.m. at BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, 10548 Armstrong Avenue in Mather. The public celebration includes Annakut vegetarian offering displays, Nilkanth Varni Abhishek, exhibits, rangoli, food stalls, carnival energy, and New Year calendar gifts. Darshan closes later in the evening, so arrive early if you want the full display.
Register through the Eventbrite link on the BAPS upcoming-events page. This is separate from the August Janmashtami date already on the metro calendar.
When: November 1, 2026 (noon–5 p.m.)
Where: BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, 10548 Armstrong Avenue, Mather, CA
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