INDIKA 2025 returns to Liverpool this October with a fresh expanded lineup of events. Milap have now announced the full lineup; 15 days of Indian music, dance and culture across the Liverpool City Region, bringing the very best of Indian Arts to an even wider audience.
17th – 31st October
Chiming with Milap’s 40 year anniversary, the INDIKA festival will feature a programme of Indian music and dance, ranging from cutting-edge contemporary to deeply rooted traditional forms, plus yoga, poetry, storytelling and participatory activities for all the family.
Events will take place across iconic Liverpool City Region venues, including The Tung Auditorium, Liverpool Philharmonic Music Room, Unity Theatre, Future Yard, The Everyman, The Reader, The Studio, Williamson Art Gallery and Liverpool Central Library. Milap will also be teaming up with Bundobust this year for another special Diwali celebration – keep your eyes peeled for more information coming soon…

INDIKA showcases the best of contemporary Indian Arts and Culture, presenting a bold and varied programme that celebrates India’s diverse cultural traditions. With Diwali falling on 20th October this year, Milap’s Diwali celebrations will feature as a centrepiece of this year’s INDIKA.
Audiences won’t just watch and listen to performances – they’ll feel them. With music, dance, food and storytelling from across India, INDIKA offers a multi-sensory experience that brings people together through culture and leaves audiences moved. Milap continues its work to connect audiences with the vibrant sounds and compelling stories of India, showcasing its enduring influence on the world stage – right here in Merseyside!