Tamil Thai Pongal ( தைப் பொங்கல்)

Pongal is a harvest festival celebrated by the Tamil community. It is a celebration to thank the Sun, Mother Nature, and the various farm animals that contribute to a bountiful harvest. Celebrated over four days, Pongal also marks the beginning of the Tamil month called Thai, considered an auspicious and heritage month.

Pongal is also the name of the dish made and eaten during this festival. It is a mixture of boiled sweet rice, derived from the Tamil word 'pongu,' which means 'to boil over.'

On the day of the festival, the Tamil community cooks sweet rice outside and follows it with cultural events

The Event Organized by Australian Tamil Sangam and Supported by Cardinia Shire Council 

Date and time: 21st of January 2024 , 8.00 am Onwards 

Venue : Beaconsfield Community Complex Hall -  8 O' Neil Road, Beconsfield, Victoria,3807

Please join us in celebrating Pongal! It's a free event, and we would love to have you with us.