Lotus Festival
Date: Saturday, October 10, 2026
Location: Gillette Stadium, Foxboro, MA
Expected Attendance: 400+
VIP Experience: Exclusive access to The Lighthouse observation deck with 360-degree views of Boston and the New England coastline
Highlights: Live entertainment & performers, cocktail reception, curated South Asian dinner, open bar, live auctions, celebrity appearances, exclusive stadium surprises. Past event stages have welcomed celebrated talent, including Zarna Garg, Jay Sean, Ari Afsar, Raja Kumari, Falu, Payal Kadakia, and many others.
Tickets, tables, and sponsorships are available now. Early booking is strongly recommended with early bird tickets ending on July 1st! This event sells out annually.
Every ticket, table, and sponsorship at the Lotus Festival funds programs directly on the ground in rural India. 100% of proceeds go to Desai Foundation initiatives.
Tickets, tables, and sponsorship opportunities are available now at: https://pro.gofundme.com/event/the-desai-foundations-lotus-festival-2026/e764330
The Desai Foundation is a nonprofit organization that empowers women and children through health, livelihood, and menstrual equity in rural India. The organization has directly impacted over 12 million lives across 4000 villages and 8 states. With more than 30 community-driven programs, the Desai Foundation believes every person deserves the dignity and opportunity to dream beyond their circumstances.
To learn more, visit www.thedesaifoundation.org or follow @DesaiFoundation on social media.
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