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Diwali on Oak Tree Road

to Illuminate New Jersey’s Indian

Business District on October 25

A spectacular Ramleela presentation, classical dance, Bollywood entertainment, exciting

giveaways and community festivities will bring the Festival of Lights to Oak Tree Road

A Festival of Lights for Everyone
OUR BUREAU
Diwali, widely known as the Festi-
ISELIN, N.J.
val of Lights, symbolises the victory of
ak Tree Road, one of New light over darkness, good over evil and
Jersey’s most vibrant South knowledge over ignorance. Celebrat-
O Asian shopping and cultural ed across India and by communities
destinations, will come alive with the around the world, Diwali brings peo-
colours, sounds and spirit of Diwali on ple together through traditions of joy,
Sunday, October 25, 2026, as Rena- gratitude, generosity and togetherness.
scent Media presents Diwali on Oak Diwali on Oak Tree Road is
Tree Road, a free community celebra- free and open to everyone. Families,
tion taking place from 1 p.m. to 10 p.m. friends and visitors from across New
at 1376 Oak Tree Road, Iselin, N.J., in Jersey and neighbouring states are
the parking lot of Raj Jewels. invited to experience the festive atmo-
Presented as part of #OakTree- sphere, enjoy the performances, par-
Stories, a community initiative by ticipate in the celebrations and discov-
Renascent Media, the celebration The festivities will also feature casion than Diwali to bring everyone er the businesses that make Oak Tree
will feature a special Ramleela perfor- live musical entertainment, energet- together, spread joy and light, and cel- Road such a distinctive destination.
mance by Pandit Satya Narayan Char- ic Bollywood performances, cultural ebrate the spirit that makes Oak Tree Guests are encouraged to come
ka and classically trained dancers, live presentations and exciting giveaways Road so special.” dressed in traditional or festive attire
music, Bollywood entertainment, cul- throughout the day, creating a joyful The celebration reflects Rena- and celebrate the Festival of Lights
tural performances, festive experienc- atmosphere for families and visitors of scent Media’s continued commitment together.
es and exciting giveaways throughout all ages. to creating platforms that connect #OakTreeStories is a commu-
the day. Guests will have an opportunity businesses, brands, artists and com- nity-driven initiative by Renascent
Following the enthusiastic re- to explore Oak Tree Road’s diverse munities through culturally meaning- Media dedicated to celebrating the
sponse to the recent Bollywood restaurants, jewellery stores, fashion ful experiences. people, businesses, culture and heri-
Jamming Road Show on October boutiques and speciality businesses Continuing the Vision of a Clean- tage of Oak Tree Road in Iselin, New
10, which attracted large crowds and while enjoying a day filled with enter- er, Greener, Stronger Oak Tree Jersey. Through cultural celebrations,
brought together community leaders, tainment, celebration and community The event also builds upon Re- live entertainment, storytelling, busi-
local businesses and families, Diwa- spirit. nascent Media’s recently launched ness engagement and neighbourhood
li on Oak Tree Road will continue Celebrating Oak Tree Road and “Cleaner • Greener • Stronger Oak beautification initiatives, #OakTree-
the momentum of #OakTreeStories, Supporting Local Businesses Tree” initiative, introduced during Stories seeks to strengthen community
transforming the heart of New Jer- More than a cultural celebration, the October 10 Bollywood Jamming connections, promote local businesses
sey’s Indian business district into a Diwali on Oak Tree Road aims to Road Show. and inspire a Cleaner • Greener •
vibrant destination for cultural cele- bring renewed attention to one of the The initiative promotes com- Stronger Oak Tree.
bration, community engagement and region’s most iconic South Asian busi- munity participation in neighbour- Founded in 2007, Renascent Me-
festive shopping. ness districts, encouraging visitors to hood beautification, environmental dia is a woman-owned, full-service
shop locally, discover neighbourhood awareness and local business en- advertising, marketing, media and ex-
A Spectacular Celebration of Culture businesses and experience the vibrant gagement. Recent efforts included a periential agency specialising in con-
and Tradition cultural identity of Oak Tree Road. community clean-up drive with local necting brands with South Asian and
One of the major highlights of “Oak Tree Road is more than a student volunteers, greenery initia- multicultural audiences across the
the event will be a special Ramleela shopping destination. It is the heart tives and the artistic transformation United States.
presentation by Pandit Satya Narayan of our community, where generations of a public bench, unveiled during
Charka, featuring classically trained of stories, traditions, businesses and the October 10 celebration in the Event Details
dancers and bringing to life the story dreams come together,” said Tanvi presence of Woodbridge Township • Event: Diwali on Oak Tree Road
of Lord Ram and the timeless tradi- Prenita Chandra, founder and presi- officials. • Date: Sunday, October 25, 2026
tions associated with Diwali. The per- dent of Renascent Media. Through #OakTreeStories, Re- • Time: 1 p.m. – 10 p.m.
formance will celebrate the beauty of “Through #OakTreeStories, our nascent Media aims to build a sustain- • Venue: Raj Jewels parking lot
Indian storytelling, classical dance and vision is to bring new energy to this able community platform that cele- • Address: 1376 Oak Tree Road, Is-
cultural heritage, offering audiences iconic district, celebrate our rich cul- brates cultural heritage while inspiring elin, NJ 08830
of all generations an opportunity to tural heritage and create meaningful civic pride, supporting neighbourhood • Organised by: Renascent Media
connect with the significance of the opportunities for businesses and com- businesses and contributing to a more • Initiative: #OakTreeStories
Festival of Lights. munities to connect. What better oc- welcoming Oak Tree Road. • Admission: Free - open to the public

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