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AIS USC Navratri and Garba celebrates dance, music, and Indian culture at USC.

Nine Nights of Dance

Navratri & Garba

Navratri & Garba is AIS USC's dance-forward celebration with circles of movement, bright outfits, and music that keeps the night alive. Beginners and experienced dancers are both welcome.

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Moments Gallery

Garba circles moving through the night.
Another look at the Garba floor in motion.
AIS USC Navratri Garba students dancing together
Students dancing together during Navratri Garba.
AIS USC Navratri Garba celebration moment with students
A candid moment from the Navratri celebration.
A high-energy moment from the Garba floor.

Event Flow

1

7:00 PM

Doors Open

Check-in, music, and photos.

2

7:30 PM

Garba Lesson

A beginner-friendly walkthrough before the dance floor opens.

3

8:00 PM

Open Garba

Circle dancing, dandiya, and DJ-led sets.

4

10:15 PM

Final Round

High-energy closing set and group photo.

Community Reactions

What People Say

“I had never done Garba before and still felt completely included. The lesson made it easy to jump in.”

Devika Nair

USC Student

“The music, outfits, and crowd made the night feel electric. Everyone was moving the whole time.”

Rohan Mehta

AIS Volunteer

“Garba was the most fun I had that semester. It was cultural, social, and genuinely energetic.”

Tara Shah

USC Class of 2026