Aug 8, 2026
MAGC Onam 2026 in Northfield
MAGC Onam 2026 lands August 8 at Christian Heritage Academy in Northfield with Ambiswami sadya, cultural programs, and family celebration for Chicago’s Malayalee community.
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The Malayalee Association of Greater Chicago stages Onam 2026 on Saturday, August 8 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Christian Heritage Academy (315 Waukegan Rd, Northfield). Organizers advertise Ambiswami sadya service on banana leaf, cultural programs, and a payasam contest. Admission is ticketed ($30 Onam admission on the organizer page).
When: August 8, 2026 (11 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Where: Christian Heritage Academy, 315 Waukegan Rd, Northfield, IL
Register and confirm seating slots on magconline.com/onam-2026.
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