March 17, 2012 10:00 AM. 48 attended.
Holi - Hindu Festival of Colors NYC Cruise
Center information booth at Grand Central Station (map)
EARLY BIRD SPECIAL RATE OF $58.50 IS SOLD OUT!! BUT YOU CAN STILL GET TICKETS!!
Every year on the day after the full moon in early March, Hindus greet the turn of winter into spring with a splash of color glorifying spring harvest and fertility of the land. They call their celebration the festival of Holi, and Hindus across India and throughout the world share prayer, camaraderie, special food, and a general sense of mischief as they douse each other in dyes and colored water.
Holi - the festival of colors - is undoubtedly the most fun-filled and boisterous of Hindu festivals. It's an occasion that brings in unadulterated joy and mirth, fun and play, music and dance, and, of course, lots of bright colors!
Each year IN Group brings you New York’s exclusive Holi Event, Rang Barse, meaning Rain of Color, on cruise ship Princess around New York City. 
Hundreds of people from all over the tri-state area rejoice by throwing colored powder on each other, while the Bollywood music and dancers entertain the crowds with special Holi dance routines.
What's included? The 2.5 hour cruise around New York City's harbor, food, entertainment and color, WEAR WHITE TO SHOW OFF YOUR FUN SELF PORTRAITS!!!There is a cash bar for alcohol. Non alcoholic drinks - soda, juice etc are included in price. WE HAVE A LIMITED NUMBER OF 40 TICKETS AVAILABLE AT 10% OFF THEIR EARLY BIRD RATE!! THIS BOAT WILL SELL OUT AND PRICES WILL GO UP AS THE DATE GETS CLOSER! SIGN UP NOW IF YOU DON'T WANT TO MISS OUT!!! GENERAL TICKETS ARE NOW $84 +PROCESSING FEES. BUY NOW AND GET 30% OFF GOING WITH THE BUNCH!!
THIS IS A 21 AND OVER EVENT! ID'S REQUIRED
What? Holi Festival of Colors Cruise around NYC
Where?Princess NYC
We'll meet at Grand Central Station at the center info booth at 10:00AM
Pier 81 located at 12th Avenue between 41st and 42nd streets.
New York, NY
When? Saturday March 17th 2012 Meet at 10;00AM at Grand Central Station. Be on board by 11:30AM Ship departs at 12:00PM
How? Click Yes! It's that easy! EARLY BIRD RATE IS OVER BUT YOU CAN BUY TICKETS $87 WHICH INCLUDES ALL SERVICE FEES.
Why? Why the heck not? Add some color to your life with new found friends!!
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kevin
Thank you, I felt so lonely. I'm going out of Brewster ether the 8:09 or 8:16. They arrive at 9:28 and 9:40.
Posted March 14 at 9:44 PM -
Antoinette
K - We are thinking about taking the train that leaves at 813 arriving 940 if you're interested in joining us
Posted March 14 at 10:01 PM -
Bernadette Bloom
i am taking the one that arrives at 9:40 from Chappaqua
same line?Posted March 14 at 10:28 PM -
kevin
Thinking about it going out of the southeast station is better. Yes I will see you then, thank you
Posted March 14 at 10:37 PM -
Antoinette
B - Same line.... We will let you know what car were in so you can join us.
Posted March 14 at 11:03 PM -
Lori
question? is anyone packing a change of clothes for after, or are the coveralls going to protect us head to toe from the colored powder/water?
Posted March 15 at 7:50 PM -
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Melinda "Mindy"
I just received an email from the event manager that the departure location of the cruise has changed. We will still be meeting in Grand Central Station but the Pier is now
Pier 81 located at 12th Avenue between 41st and 42nd streets.
Posted March 15 at 8:16 PM -
Melinda "Mindy"
Coveralls have attached boots and hood and elastic wrists
Posted March 15 at 8:16 PM -
Diedra
@Kevin please save me a bloody or two :). I'm coming in on the New Haven line. I heart bloodys :)
Posted March 15 at 9:07 PM -
Diedra
I am going to transform from Bollywood to St Pats as a Guiness adorer helping them break the world record for biggest st pays party ever and find me an Irish pub when I get off the boat :)
Posted March 15 at 9:11 PM -
Cynthia
I am not able to go now. Bought a discounted ticket a while back. Is anyone interested in buying it from me? The cost is $58.50. Let me know ASAP. Thanks. I am bummed as I was looking forward to this event.
Posted March 16 at 8:45 AM -
D
Cynthia, just saw your message. I called and left you a voicemail. I will take the ticket. How do we go about arranging a payment?
Posted March 16 at 10:39 AM -
Cynthia
Mindy - My ticket should go to D. I do not need reimbursement. D check your page. I left you a message with payment instructions. I am going to miss seeing all of you. Have fun.
Posted March 16 at 10:58 AM -
Louis
speaking of tickets, do we pick them up when we arrive? I just pay for things and figure it all out later....Did i receive an email with a printable ticket?
Posted March 16 at 11:10 AM -
A former member
Cynthia - hi, i received your email. I am so sorry you won't be able to make it on Saturday. Feel better and we look forward to seeing you at a future event.
Posted March 16 at 11:11 AM -
Kristen
Since the pier is now closer, any chance of moving the train to the one that gets into Grand Central 10:12?
Posted March 16 at 12:13 PM | 1 like -
D
Thanks Cynthia I got it. The check should be headed your way shortly.
Maybe I missed this, but what time does the boat come back in? I am trying to plan my return to CT.Posted March 16 at 1:20 PM -
A former member
Louis - hi, yes we will have a ticket for you so there is nothing to print off. Look forward to seeing you tomorrow - it's going to be a fantastic time.
Posted March 16 at 3:17 PM -
Lori
If anyone needs a ride, I am leaving from Trumbull to get on the 8:08 from Stratford to GCC.
Posted March 16 at 3:26 PM -
kevin
Diedra how do you like your bloody marys hot and spicy like you or mellow and handsome like........ I don't know someone else?
Posted March 16 at 5:42 PM -
despina
Will they be handing out the tickets at GCT or at the pier? We can't make it to GCT. Anyone know the answer?
Posted March 16 at 6:18 PM -
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Diedra
@kevin No not spicy. I like them with flavor but I prefer to keep my tastebuds lol. Thank you so much for saving me some ðŸ˜
Posted March 16 at 6:39 PM -
Diedra
I have some st pats swag for everyone to wear after we get off the boat. I've never been in NYC on st pats so I figure might as well make this a double header and check out some Irish pubs!
Posted March 16 at 6:42 PM -
Louis
Yes, St patty's in NY. MY friends will be out and about and another is running a bar crawl. the day doesn't end at the dock
Posted March 16 at 7:49 PM -
Paul
OK, the wait is almost over, the fun factor meter is past readable. A nice day, a colorful cruise, and searching the main land for leprechauns, the time is upon us! See ya' everyone! :)
Posted March 16 at 8:22 PM -
D
Looks like I will be driving to Milford or New Haven and taking the train in. Which one is a better place to leave my car? That will help me decide which one to drive to.
Posted March 16 at 8:36 PM -
Melinda "Mindy"
Reminder! You do not need a ticket! You're with the bunch! Your name tag will be your ticket. Pier address has changed from 16 to 81. We're still meeting in grand central by 10AM. Save time and get a metro card when you buy your train ticket. You'll probably only need two trip card.
Posted March 16 at 8:46 PM -
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Christina Pritchard
if anyone finds themselves lost and alone, lol! Call my cell 203-506-5402 Tina :) we are on the train!!!
Posted March 17 at 8:14 AM -
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Paula Tamburro
Missed the 7:53 I am on the 8:29. Be there at 10:13 don't leave without me please!!!!!
Posted March 17 at 8:26 AM -
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kevin
My new train will get grand central at 10:04. Sorry to many teenagers trying to buy tickets
Posted March 17 at 8:28 AM -
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Matt
Driving to the pier. Call me at (281) 829-8363 if U miss us at GCS or the pier. Note: this is a Google voice number, it'll prompt you for a name and then forward the call to my cell.
Posted March 17 at 8:41 AM -
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D
Got it Paula. My cell is an NC area code,just in case you see a strange number pop up. This train is packed!
Posted March 17 at 9:00 AM -
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Kristen
Paula and D - I am also on same train. Which car are yous in? Let's meet at the clock and go to pier together.
Posted March 17 at 9:33 AM -
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A former member
Just on the subway now, should be there in 10 mins.
Posted March 17 at 9:48 AM -
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Paul
The screen on my fun meter is frozen! I don't think it's broken, just may take some time to download from this one! Thanks everyone!!:)
Posted March 18 at 1:06 PM -
Melinda "Mindy"
Tons of pictures of us on their facebook page https://www.facebook.com/ingroupevents#!/media/set/?set=a....
Posted March 27 at 5:54 PM -
Matt
So Christina an I were talking about Holi the other day (and how much fun we had)...and she mentioned a video that In Group did with a lot of us in it: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymlnLFMKQfY
Posted April 11 at 3:34 PM
RSVPs closed
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DiedraThe Ring Leader, Co-OrganizerThis event was such fun. Definately goes down as one of my favorites. The Bucket Listers were a super fun group and the Hindus were an absolute blast to dance and party with. thank you Mindy for an amazing expierence. I can't wait to go to India now!Checked-in
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DHad a bunch of fun. This was first meetup with the group and everyone was really welcoming and friendly. The Holi Festival was a blast and I would definitely do it again.
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Christina Pritchard+1 guestIt was a BLAST! I had a wonderful time meeting all of you; the train ride, the food, the sights, the weather, the dancing, and the COLOR! It was better than I imagined. Thanks Bucket List Bunch for the great day. "What's on you list?" "Holi fest." CHECK!
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LENNY MONE OF THE MOST AMAZING EXPERIENCES OF MY LIFE AND TO BE AROUND SO MANY FUN LOVING PEOPLE WAS AWESOME.
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KarenCo-Organizer+1 guestVery organized and lots of fun! Food was a bit too hot, but great experience!
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Christina HWOW! What a fantastic event. Wished I could have captured it in a bottle. As it was something I had always done, threw myself in it completely. Running around with a bucket on my head and flung color in the air and wished everyone a Happy Holi. Life was very good yesterday.Checked-in
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PaulCo-OrganizerThis was an excellent experience, a cultural exchange of food, dance, music and all around nice people from hosts to guests!
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Ginny+1 guestWOW ~ what a fabulous, fun day! Fantastic experience. Thank you to all the organizers who put this together and all members who made it a great day :)
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LoriAwesome, I had a great time, great experience, beatiful day, fun people and very organized, the freeze mob, a success!!!
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A former member
Your organizer's refund policy for Holi - Hindu Festival of Colors NYC Cruise
Refunds offered if:
- the Meetup is cancelled
- the Meetup is rescheduled
Additional notes: Fees won't be refunded unless we cancel or reschedule the event. Then venue policies apply. Accepting an RSVP of YES releases the Bucket List Bunch LLC from any liability. We do charge for our services and we appreciate the group effort to keep us going!!
Payments you make go to the organizer, not to Meetup. You must make refund requests to the organizer.
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