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A Bollywood dancer performs at the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)

Gallery: Indian Culture Association hosts annual Golden Gala

November 24, 2025 by Callie Brimberry

 

The Indian Culture Association hosted its annual Golden Gala on Saturday at Hillcrest Church. Students, faculty and ICA members gathered to celebrate Indian culture with Bollywood dancing, henna art and traditional dishes.

The Indian Culture Association hosted its Golden Gala at Hillcrest Church and decorated each table. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
Students pose for a photo in front of a backdrop at the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
A Bollywood dancer performs at the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)

Attendees watch and record a performance at the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
Bollywood dancers perform at Hillcrest Church during the Golden Gala, hosted by the Indian Culture Association. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
Sofia Medina, junior graphic design major from MedellĂ­n, Colombia, volunteers to serve food at the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)

Attendees participate in henna art during the Golden Gala, hosted by the Indian Culture Association. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
A group of attendees apply henna at the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
Students take photos of each other at the Golden Gala at Hillcrest Church. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)

Students look at a photo while attending the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
Dancers pose for a photo while waiting in line for food at the Golden Gala. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)
Students are served food at the Golden Gala, hosted by the Indian Culture Association. (Photo by Callie Brimberry)

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