India Fest returns to the Peoria Riverfront August 16

WCBU | By Mae Gilliland Wright

Published August 6, 2025 at 3:45 PM CDT

Promotional graphic for WCBU's "Out and About" podcast episode featuring Krupal Sanghvi, highlighting "Celebrating Culture at India Fest." The image includes logos for WCBU, NPR, PNC, and India Fest, with podcast platform icons (Apple, Google, Spotify) and a photo of Krupal Sanghvi in a light pink dress by a poolside. — India Fest returns to the Peoria Riverfront August 16

On this week's episode of Out and About, Dr. Mae Gilliland of ArtsPartners of Central Illinois chats with Indo-American Society of Peoria board member Krupal Sanghvi about the upcoming India Fest.

This celebration of Indian culture takes place on the Peoria Riverfront on Saturday, August 16, from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.. Enjoy delicious cuisine, stage performances, henna art, boutique shopping, kids’ activities, and an open-floor DJ dance party to close out the night. This is a great way to experience the sights, sounds, and flavors of India!