Lohana Community South London

18/10/2026

🌟 The energy here is UNREAL! 🌟
Our little ones are absolutely taking over the dance floor at today’s Kids Garba! 💃🕺

​From colorful chaniyas to tiny kediyas, the cuteness level is off the charts. The absolute best part? Watching them mimic the adults, picking up those classic steps and twirls faster than we can blink!

They are keeping our beautiful traditions alive with so much joy and rhythm! 🥁✨

​Having the best time making memories today. Drop a ❤️ in the comments if your little rockstar is dancing with us or if you are overwhelmed with joy!

15/10/2026

03/10/2026

WE ARE OFFICIALLY SOLD OUT! 🎉

​Thank you to everyone who secured their spots for the Lohana Community South London's KIDS GARBA! We are so excited to dance, celebrate, and shine with you.

​⚠️ IMPORTANT UPDATE: PLEASE NOTE THE AMENDED TIMINGS ⚠️

Please be aware of a slight change to our schedule for the day:

​New Event Time: The Garba will now run from 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Sunday, 18 October 2026.

​Special Activity: Make sure to arrive early for our "Make Your Own Aarti" session, which will take place from 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM!

​As the event is completely SOLD OUT, registration is now officially closed.

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​📍 Venue: Lohana Community Complex, P. V. Raichura Centre, Church Road, Croydon CR0 1SH

22/09/2026

Jai Shree Krishna! 🙏

Join Lohana Community South London for our Navratri Celebrations!

​🗓 Dates: Sunday 11 October to Tuesday 20 October 2026 (Please note: No general Garba on Wed 14 Oct & Sun 18 Oct)

⏰ Time: 8.00pm to 11.00pm

📍 Venue: Lohana Community Complex, P. V. Raichura Centre, Church Road, Croydon CR0 1SH

💷 Entry: General Admission is £3.00 per person, and entry is FREE for over 70's!

​Please see payment link below to make payments for general Garba entrance.

https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/Q6B4XQJ3

All are welcome! 🌺

22/09/2026

Jai Shree Krishna everyone! 🌸

​Please note that there has been an update regarding our upcoming event.

​Join us as Lohana Community South London presents the Ladies Garba!

📅 Date: Wednesday, 14 October 2026
⏰ Time: 1.00PM to 4.00PM
📍 Venue: Lohana Community Complex, P. V. Raichura Centre, Church Road, Croydon CR0 1SH

​Entry is completely FREE, and Aarti Sponsorship is available for £5.00. All ladies are welcome to join us for a beautiful afternoon of dance, devotion, sisterhood, and celebration.

Use payment link below to donate for Aarti:

https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/Q9I6RE6E

13/09/2026

🎉 Get ready to dance, celebrate, and shine at the Lohana Community South London's KIDS GARBA!

​Join us for an unforgettable afternoon filled with tradition, culture, friends, Dandiya, music, games, snacks, and lots of fun! Dress up in your most colourful chaniya choli or kediyu and get ready to make some amazing memories! ✨

​📅 Date: Sunday, 18 October 2026

⏰ Time: 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

📍 Venue: Lohana Community Complex, P. V. Raichura Centre, Church Road, Croydon CR0 1SH

🎟️ Entry Fee: £5 for Children (Under 3 enter FREE!), £5 per Adult

​HOW TO SECURE YOUR SPOT (Please Read):

Booking your place is a quick, two-step process. You must complete both steps to guarantee your entry!

​1️⃣ Step 1: Register 📝

First, fill out your family's details on our secure registration form to get on the guest list

👉 https://form.jotform.com/262552925345057

​2️⃣ Step 2: Payment 💳

Once your form is submitted, please calculate the total entry fee for your entire group and make a single payment for the full party (both kids and adults) via our SumUp link:

👉 https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QAX1IDX9

(Alternatively, you can scan the "Scan to Pay" QR code on the attached poster!)

​If you run into any issues at all while completing the form or the payment, please don't hesitate to contact Ronit Kanani via email @ ✉️ [email protected].

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​Let’s keep our traditions alive together! ❤️

​Convenor: Dev Thakker

13/09/2026

Jai Mata Di! 🙏✨
Get ready for days of devotion, dance, community, and togetherness at the Lohana Community South London's Navratri Celebrations!

​Join us as we celebrate faith, family, and culture. All are welcome, so bring your friends and family—let’s keep our traditions alive together!

​📍 Venue: Lohana Community Complex, P. V. Raichura Centre, Church Road, Croydon CR0 1SH
📅 Dates: Sunday, 11 October 2026 to Tuesday, 20 October 2026

​🗓️ EVENT SCHEDULE & SPECIAL DATES:

​Daily Garba (General): 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM (Note: There is NO general evening Garba on 14th & 18th Oct)

​Wed, 14 Oct: Ladies Garba Special | 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

​Sun, 18 Oct: Children’s Garba Special | 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM

​Mon, 19 Oct: Aatham & Nav Durga | 8:00 PM to 11:00 PM

​🎟️ ENTRY FEES:
​General Admission: £3.00 per person
​Ladies Garba Special: £5.00 (Over 70s enter FREE!)
​Children’s Garba Special: £5.00 (Under 3s enter FREE!)

​HOW TO RSVP & PAY:

Please RSVP by 10th October 2026 for the Children’s Garba and Ladies Garba events!

​To secure entry for your family and guests, please calculate the total entry fee for your entire group across the events you plan to attend. Then, make a single, quick payment for your full party via our SumUp link:

👉 https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/Q6B4XQJ3
(Alternatively, you can scan the "Scan to Pay" QR code directly from the attached poster!)

​🙏 SPONSORSHIP & AARTI BOOKINGS:
​Daily Sponsorship: £125 per family (Includes Aarti & 5 entry tickets)

​Daily Aarti: £25 per family (Max 4 per day - Not available on Aatham day)

​To sponsor, please contact Neela Popat on 07914 101583.

​For any general enquiries or Aarti bookings, please reach out to:

📞 Neela Popat: 07914 101583
📞 Nayna Chotai: 07306 515533
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​We can't wait to celebrate with you! ❤️

13/09/2026

🙏 Service to Humanity is Service to God 🙏

​In times of hardship, our community cares. The Raghuvanshi Association Charitable Trust and Lohana Community South London are coming together to arrange a Nepal Disaster Relief Prayer Event.

​We invite you to join us as we offer our prayers for peace and for those who have tragically lost their lives in the natural flood disaster in Nepal. Let us come together in prayer, compassion, and support to bring hope for tomorrow. 🕊️

​📅 Date: Friday, 9 October 2026
⏰ Time: 8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 Venue: Lohana Community Complex, P. V. Raichura Centre, Church Road, Croydon CR0 1SH

​HOW YOU CAN HELP - URGENT DONATIONS NEEDED:

Alongside our prayers, we are urgently collecting donations to help rebuild lives and restore homes for those affected by this disaster. Every donation counts.
​Your contribution will directly provide urgent aid, including:
🍲 Food for families
⛺ Shelter for those who have lost their homes
🩺 Medical care for health
🎒 Essentials for dignity
💧 Clean water and sanitation
🤝 Support for rebuilding communities

​HOW TO DONATE:

Please give what you can securely via our SumUp Pay link here:

👉 https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/QI7E18I3

(Alternatively, you can scan the "Donate Now" QR code on the attached poster!)

​For any questions, please contact the Convenor, Jayantibhai Bathia, at 📞 07949391327.
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​Together, we can make a difference. Please share this post to help us support people across borders. ❤️🇳🇵

13/09/2026

Om Namah Shivaya 🙏

​Please join us for a Sacred Memorial Service dedicated to our beloved Ancestors (Pitrus).

Honouring and remembering those souls who have gone before us is one of the sacred pillars of Sanatana Dharma.

​Together, we will offer our heartfelt prayers, tributes, gratitude, and reverence for our departed loved ones. The service will be respectfully conducted by Acharya Bankimji Gosai MBE.

​📅 Date: Sunday, 4 October 2026
⏰ Time: 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM
🍛 Prasad: 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM
📍 Venue: Lohana Community Complex, P. V.
Raichura Centre, Church Road, Croydon CR0 1SH

​HOW TO REGISTER & PAY:

To secure your registration for the service, we kindly ask for a £51 donation to The Raghuvanshi Association.

​You can make this payment quickly and securely online via our SumUp link here:

👉 https://pay.sumup.com/b2c/Q9L4KNAB

(Alternatively, you can scan the "Scan to Pay" QR code on the attached poster)

​WHAT TO BRING:
🖼️ Please bring a framed photograph of your departed loved ones.
🌸 Note: Flower petals to offer to the Pitrus will be provided for you at the venue.

​If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to Deenaben Ganatra at 📞 07956 256176.
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​Let us remember and respect our Ancestors. 🕊️

31/05/2026

Baby shower event at Lohana Community South London hall.