ELAC Burmese Water Festival

Thursday, 4/13/23

11:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

E3/E7 Quad

Come join the festivities of the Thingyan - The Burmese Water Festival - an ancient tradition centered on the Burmese calendar and new year. The traditions center around water which cleanses “sins” of the past. Sponsored by the ELAC International Club, Burmese Club, and Associated Student Union.

11am

Tradition/culture booths, coffee, water games, prizes Thanaka - native tree bark made into body paste for blessings Burmese language translation - have your name in Burmese Photo Zone - traditional Burmese outfit in wooden cut-out

12pm

Traditional Burmese dance and instruction

12:30pm

Traditional Burmese food for students