North East Ohio Bengali Association
NEOBA
2026
A full year of culture · celebration · community
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Events
5
Venues
12
Months
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January 2026
24
ReligiousSaturday
January
Saraswati Puja · Vasant Panchami
Basanta Panchami
Celebrating the goddess of knowledge, arts and wisdom with devotion and cultural performances.
Solon Middle School, 6835 SOM Ctr Rd, Solon OH 44139
10:30 AM – 6:00 PM
April 2026
25
Cultural · FlagshipSaturday
April
Music · Dance · Drama
Anandadhara
A grand cultural journey showcasing the finest Bengali performing arts — music, classical dance, and dramatic productions.
Solon Center for the Arts, 6315 SOM Ctr Rd, Solon OH 44139
June 2026
13–14
SportsSat – Sun
June
Men’s & Mixed Doubles
Tennis Tournament
Serve, Smash, Celebrate NEOBA Together. Two days of competitive tennis with community spirit and teamwork.
CSU Medical Mutual Tennis Courts, 2005 Chester Ave, Cleveland OH 44114
27
CommunitySaturday
June
Community Picnic
Banabhojan
A joyful outdoor picnic filled with delicious food, games, laughter, and togetherness. Memories made together under open skies.
Bayless Pavilion, Barlow Farm Park, 1965 Barlow Rd, Hudson OH 44236
August 2026
15
Sports · India Independence DaySaturday
August
Amateur League
Cricket League
Big hearts, big matches. NEOBA’s amateur cricket league brings friends together for spirited play, friendly rivalries, and community bonding.
Solon Community Park, 6679 SOM Ctr Rd, Solon OH 44139
October 2026
16–18
Religious · FlagshipFri – Sun
October
Durga Puja
Sharadotsav
NEOBA’s grandest celebration — three days of devotion, cultural performances, authentic food, and community togetherness honouring Maa Durga.
Solon Middle School, 6835 SOM Ctr Rd, Solon OH 44139
3-day celebration · Fri–Sun
23
ReligiousFriday
October
Laxmi Puja · Kojagori
Lakshmi Puja
Prosperity, Peace, Togetherness. The community gathers in prayer for blessings of abundance and warmth, followed by fellowship.
Solon Middle School, 6835 SOM Ctr Rd, Solon OH 44139
November 2026
1
Cultural · Free EventSunday
November
Lights · Food · Fun
Diwali Mela
A festive open community celebration with dazzling lights, cultural performances, delicious food, shopping, and family fun. Free admission for all.
Solon Middle School, 6835 SOM Ctr Rd, Solon OH 44139
Free Admission · Open to All
14
Saturday
November
Tradition Meets Party
Bijoya Blast
NEOBA’s annual volunteer bash — a themed party celebrating our amazing volunteers with music, food, fun, and togetherness.
Location TBA
December 2026
5
Saturday
December
East Meets West · A Sweet Reunion
Pithe-o-Party
NEOBA’s cozy winter gathering with homemade pithe, warm adda, music, and a special Santa Claus visit for the kids.
Solon Middle School, 6835 SOM Ctr Rd, Solon OH 44139
Homemade pithe · Music · Santa visit for kids
