Charlotte, September 6, 2025
News Summary
Telugu communities across the U.S. are organizing large-scale Bathukamma and Dasara celebrations in 2025, aiming to unite families through cultural events in major cities. Led by the Telangana American Telugu Association, festivities will feature traditional flower arrangements, folk music, and communal meals across cities like Charlotte, Dallas, and Chicago. Numerous local associations confirm their participation, ensuring a vibrant showcase of Telangana heritage and community spirit.
Charlotte — Telugu communities across the United States are preparing for large-scale Bathukamma and Dasara celebrations in 2025, with organizers coordinating events in multiple cities and a nationwide plan to host signature gatherings on shared weekends to unite the diaspora.
Topline
Organizers led by the Telangana American Telugu Association (TTA) plan coordinated Bathukamma and Dasara events in 2025 intended to bring Telugu families together across major U.S. cities. The celebrations, scheduled for the autumn flower season, will include traditional Bathukamma flower arrangements, folk music, dance, cultural activities and community meals. Several local associations have confirmed large-scale events in cities including Charlotte, Dallas (Allen), Chicago (Aurora), Houston, Seattle, San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles, New Jersey and Raleigh.
Key events and organizers
The Charlotte Telangana Association will host its 16th annual Bathukamma & Dasara Sambaralu, identified as the largest Bathukamma event in the Carolinas. This event will feature flower arrangements, cultural performances, dance programs and raffle prizes.
The Telangana People’s Association of Dallas has scheduled a grand Bathukamma & Dasara gathering in Allen, with a live concert included in the program. The Telugu Association of Greater Chicago will conduct rituals and cultural performances at the Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple in Aurora, Illinois. The Dallas Area Telangana Association (DATA) is planning a family-oriented festival, while the Telangana Association of Greater Houston (TAGH) is preparing a vibrant celebration showcasing traditional flower stacks and local community participation.
Other planned gatherings include Bathukamma Sambaralu in Bothell organized by the Washington Telangana Association (WATA), a Bathukamma Vaibhavam event in Detroit with cultural performances and a Telangana-style feast on September 27, and a Bathukamma program in New Jersey hosted by the Mana American Telugu Association (MATA) at Royal Albert’s Palace. Raleigh’s Global Telangana Association (RTP) will present the “Bangaru Bathukamma & Dasara Celebration” with prizes for best flower designs. Smaller and mid-size Telugu groups in Seattle, San Francisco, New York and Los Angeles have also planned local events for community members.
Supporting details
Bathukamma is a colorful flower festival originating from Telangana and observed by Telugu women worldwide. Celebrations typically occur in autumn when gardens and markets yield seasonal flowers such as tangedu and marigolds. Participants assemble layered flower stacks and gather to sing traditional folk songs that celebrate nature and life. The festival honors the feminine divine, is associated with Goddess Parvati, and symbolizes the connection between earth, water and humanity.
In the United States, Bathukamma functions as both a cultural expression and a spiritual observance for Telugu-American communities. Events combine ritual elements with cultural programming to preserve regional traditions, promote community bonding, and foster cultural exchange with local populations. The festival has drawn formal recognition in several states: parts of North Carolina, Georgia and Virginia have declared a special Bathukamma Festival Week, underscoring the holiday’s growing visibility.
Logistics and community impact
Planned activities across the listed events include ritual worship of arranged flower stacks, folk music and dance performances, contests for best Bathukamma designs, family-friendly games and food fairs. Many local associations are coordinating volunteer teams to prepare flower materials, manage ceremonial spaces and arrange seating, sound, and safety measures for larger gatherings. Some events will include raffle prizes, live concerts, and community feasts intended to bring together multiple generations.
Background
Bathukamma has long been a seasonal celebration in Telangana, centered on gratitude for natural abundance and female devotion. As Telugu-speaking communities migrated and established families abroad, the festival has adapted to new environments while retaining its core customs. The 2025 events reflect ongoing efforts by regional associations to synchronize celebrations nationwide, increase participation, and maintain cultural continuity among younger generations.
Event list (selected cities)
- Charlotte — 16th Annual Bathukamma & Dasara Sambaralu
- Allen (Dallas area) — Grand Bathukamma & Dasara with a live concert
- Aurora, Illinois (Chicago) — Rituals and cultural programs at Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple
- Houston — Vibrant Bathukamma celebrations with flower stacks and community programs
- Bothell (Seattle area) — Bathukamma Sambaralu at a local high school
- Detroit — Bathukamma Vaibhavam with cultural performances and feast (Sept. 27, 2025)
- New Jersey — Bathukamma at Royal Albert’s Palace
- Raleigh — Bangaru Bathukamma & Dasara Celebration with design prizes
- San Francisco, New York, Los Angeles — Local community events and cultural activities
What to expect
Attendees can expect traditional flower arrangements, communal singing of folk songs, cultural dances, ritual observances honoring the feminine divine, food service reflecting Telangana cuisine, and opportunities for cultural exchange. Organizers emphasize community participation, intergenerational involvement and the preservation of Telangana heritage during the 2025 season.
Frequently Asked Questions
When will the Bathukamma and Dasara celebrations occur in 2025?
Most events are planned for the autumn season in 2025, aligning with the traditional Bathukamma period. Specific dates vary by city and organizer; some events will be coordinated on shared weekends to allow nationwide participation.
Which organizations are hosting nationwide or major local events?
The Telangana American Telugu Association (TTA) is organizing signature nationwide events. Local hosts include the Charlotte Telangana Association, Telangana People’s Association of Dallas, Telugu Association of Greater Chicago, Dallas Area Telangana Association (DATA), Telangana Association of Greater Houston (TAGH), Washington Telangana Association (WATA), Mana American Telugu Association (MATA), and regional Telangana associations in Raleigh, Detroit and other metropolitan areas.
What cultural elements are part of Bathukamma celebrations?
Typical elements include layered flower arrangements, ritual worship, folk songs, traditional dances, community meals, contests for best Bathukamma designs, and cultural performances celebrating Telangana heritage.
Are events open to the public?
Many community events are open to the public, with some requiring registration or tickets depending on venue capacity and program details. Interested attendees should check local association announcements for registration procedures and venue rules.
| City | Host | Key Features | Date / Season |
|---|---|---|---|
| Charlotte | Charlotte Telangana Association | 16th Annual Sambaralu; large flower displays, cultural performances, raffle prizes | Autumn 2025 |
| Allen (Dallas) | Telangana People’s Association of Dallas | Grand Bathukamma & Dasara with live concert and community programs | Autumn 2025 |
| Aurora (Chicago) | Telugu Association of Greater Chicago | Rituals at Sri Venkateswara Swami Temple; folk songs and dances | Autumn 2025 |
| Detroit | Local Telugu community | Bathukamma Vaibhavam with performances and Telangana-style feast | Sept 27, 2025 |
| Raleigh | Global Telangana Association (RTP) | Bangaru Bathukamma & Dasara; design contests with prizes | Autumn 2025 |
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Additional Resources
- Indian Eagle
- Great Andhra
- Telangana Today
- The Hindu
- Moneycontrol
- Wikipedia: Bathukamma
- Google Search: Bathukamma Festival
- Google Scholar: Bathukamma
- Encyclopedia Britannica: Bathukamma
- Google News: Bathukamma Festival
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