RKTNC Sanskriti'25
The Ultimate Contest Celebrating India's Rich Culture
Radha Krishna Temple of North Carolina presents Sanskriti 2025, a spectacular competition for preserving and promoting Indian Culture and Heritage.
This forum offers an exceptional opportunity for everyone to cherish the vibrant tapestry of Indian culture, strengthen their connection with rich Indian heritage, celebrate the uniqueness of different Indian traditions, and enhance their appreciation for Indian values.
It is a fun-filled in-person family event that provides a platform for all of us to participate in a wide range of 30+ contests and showcase our talent, creativity, and ability in the divine abode of Radha and Krishna.
Special trophies and medals for winners and certificates for all participants!
Early Bird Ends
March 18
Last Day of Registration
March 25
Contest Days April 25, 26, 27
Grand Award Ceremony
April 27
Program Highlights
Participants can enroll in multiple Age-Appropriate Contests
Interesting vendor stalls – Henna, Indian ethnic wear, and Jewelry.
A complimentary dinner for all participants after the Award Ceremony.
All proceeds support the expansion project of Radha Krishna Temple
Prizes
Sanskriti Idol Title for Outstanding Performers in Each Age Group.
Distinctive Trophies for Winners in Every Category and Age Group
Participation Medals for all
Join the Celebration of culture
$5 increase in registration fee for all contests, after March 1st 2025.
Register Now for 4 or More and Avail a Discount!
Competitions
Performing Arts Solo (Onstage)
- Fancy Dress
- Singing Solo
- Dance Solo
- Musical Instrumental Performance
- Yoga
Performing Arts Group (onstage)
- Singing Group
- Dance Group
- Musical Instrumental Performance
Creative Expression (Offstage)
- Origami
- LEGO
- Henna
- Bhog Contest
Visual Arts (offstage)
- Coloring
- Drawing/Painting
- Warli Art
- Madhubani Art
- Pencil Sketching
Strategy Contest (offstage)
- Sudoku
- Word Search
- Chess
Recitation (onstage)
- Shloka
- Bhagavad Gita
Literary Art Contest (offstage)
- Creative Writing
- Poetry
QUIZzes (offstage)
- My Best Friend Krishna
- Mahabharat
- Ramayana
- Math Quiz
- IQ Quiz
- Knowledge
Speech (onstage)
- Impromptu
- Powerpoint Presentation
- Prepared Speech - English
- Prepared Speech - Tamil
- Prepared Speech - Telugu
- Prepared Speech - Hindi
Registration Details
Onstage Solo Contest: $25
per participant per contest
Onstage Group Contests / Offstage Contest: $20
per participant per contest
Entry Fee (5 yrs +): $5
for each accompanying guests
When & Where
April 25, 26, 27
RKTNC temple
23 Radhika Way, Apex, NC
FAQ
[+] What is Sanskriti? Radha Krishna Temple of North Carolina presents Sanskriti 2025, a Grand and Spectacular competition to Celebrate India's Rich Culture and promote Indian Heritage. [+] How many contests are there in Sanskriti 2025? There are 35 captivating and diverse contests designed for kids, youth, and adults to enjoy and participate in. [+] Are there any group discounts when registering for multiple contests? You are encouraged to participate in multiple age-appropriate contests. Registering for four or more contests will earn you an additional 20% registration discount. [+] What are various onstage and offstage Contests/Categories? Onstage Contests -
- PERFORMING ARTS (SOLO)
- PERFORMING ARTS (GROUP)
- SPEECH
- RECITATION
Offstage Contests -
- CREATIVE EXPRESSION
- VISUAL ARTS
- STRATEGY CONTEST
- LITERARY ART CONTEST
- QUIZZES
[+] How do I register 2 participants from the same family in Sanskriti 2025? If registering multiple children, then please register each child separately. [+] How will the registration fee be impacted after the Early Bird Discount ends on March 1? After the Early Bird Discount ends on March 1, the registration price for each contest will increase by $5. [+] Where will the Onstage Contest Happen? Onstage contests will occur on the stage (Seva Kunj) and inside the temple (Nand Bhavan) [+] When will Registration End for various contests? The last day to register for the contests is March 25. However, registrations can close earlier if the maximum number of participants that can be accommodated in any specific event has already been reached. [+] How will the Group Number be decided in group contests? In the case of group contests, the age of the oldest participant will determine the group number. [+] How are multiple participants in a group supposed to register? Each participant of the group is supposed to register separately. [+]When will the detailed Sanskriti contest schedule become available? Detailed Sanskriti schedule for each event will be available a couple of weeks before the first day of the Sanskriti Contest, Friday, April 25. [+]When are participants supposed to arrive on the day of the contest?
- All onstage participants should check in at least 1 hour before the start time of their contest.
- All offstage participants should check in at least 30 minutes before the start time of their contest.
[+] Will food be available during the Sanskriti event? Food will be available for purchase on all three days. On Sunday, April 27, the day of the award ceremony, all participants will receive a complimentary dinner.
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Terms and Conditions
- Organizers reserve the right to deny registration if scheduling conflicts exist. Participants will be notified if denied, and the registration fee will be completely refunded.
- Organizers reserve the right to cancel a planned contest; decisions will be made based on the number of registrations. If an event is canceled, registrants will be notified, and the registration fee will be refunded entirely.
- Apart from the above two terms, the contest registration fee is non-refundable.
- The organization reserves the right to use the Photographs taken at this event in social media, marketing materials, etc.
- The winning group(s) will be presented medals for each participant for all the Group contests.
- Age-appropriate groups may vary based on the actual number of registrations. Groups (age-appropriate) will be finalized after the registrations are closed for on-stage and off-stage contests.
- The number of winners in each age group depends on the total number of registrations in each contest category.
- The organization reserves the right to disqualify an entry if it does not comply with its mission and principles.
- The judge's decision is final and irrevocable.
- By registering, you agree to the terms mentioned above and the contest rules mentioned on the website.
