The South Asian Literature and Art (SALA) Festival showcases contemporary reflections of literature and arts from the sub-continent and its diaspora. 

SALA  is a path-breaking, multi-disciplinary, one of its kind event in the Bay Area. Our platform sparks an enlightened, erudite, and immersive engagement on South Asian literature and the arts. This expertly curated event is a rich representation of South-Asian culture to a broader Bay Area audience. 

​

Over two days, with over 22 panel discussions on various topics, our contemporary South Asian speakers present thought provoking ideas. Our unique combination of highly acclaimed and emerging authors present a nuanced and evolving perspective on South Asian literature, art, culinary arts, culture and social issue.

​

BOOK READINGS I ART EXHIBITIONS I POETRY READINGS I BOOKSHOP I DANCE PERFORMANCES I ARTISTIC VENDORS I FOOD TRUCKS