Kolkata, 9 November 2026: The spirit of Bengali culture, music and togetherness is set to travel beyond the Netherlands as Amsterdam Mahotsav 2026 extends its celebrations to Belgium with a special cultural and musical evening featuring National Award-winning singer Rupankar Bagchi.
Organised by Tero Parbon, Belgium, in association with Candid Communication UK, the special gathering will take place on 29 November 2026 at Gemeenschapscentrum Everna, Evere, Belgium. The event aims to bring together members of the Indian-Bengali diaspora for an engaging celebration of music, food, entertainment and cultural exchange.
The initiative forms part of the broader vision of Amsterdam Mahotsav 2026, scheduled for 28 and 29 November in Amsterdam. Organised by Candid Communication UK in association with Gouris Foundation, with Holland-e Hoichoi as Community Partner, the festival aims to showcase the richness of Indian-Bengali heritage through music, art, food, fashion, exhibitions and community participation.
By extending the celebrations to Belgium, the organisers seek to strengthen cultural connections among Bengalis living across Europe and create a shared platform for celebrating their roots and heritage.
A major highlight of the Belgium event will be a special live musical performance by National Award-winning singer Rupankar Bagchi, who will entertain audiences with his musical repertoire. Adding an authentic taste of Kolkata to the occasion, guests will also have the opportunity to enjoy the much-loved Aminia Biryani, available in its original 750 ml takeaway packaging, alongside dining arrangements at the venue.
The evening will further come alive with a DJ performance by DJ Biswarup from the Netherlands, bringing the celebrations to a lively close.
Speaking about the initiative, Ishan Biswas, Founding Member of Tero Parbon, Belgium, said, “We are delighted to bring this celebration to the Bengali community in Belgium in association with Candid Communication UK. Amsterdam Mahotsav is creating an exciting cultural platform that connects Bengalis across geographical boundaries, and we are happy to extend this spirit to Belgium. With Rupankar Bagchi’s musical performance, the familiar flavours of Aminia and an evening of entertainment, we look forward to creating a memorable gathering that celebrates our culture, music and shared heritage.”
With music, traditional flavours and community participation at its heart, the Belgium celebration promises to extend the cultural spirit of Amsterdam Mahotsav 2026, bringing the Bengali diaspora together for a memorable European cultural experience.
