Event

Creative Carnival

Creative Carnival is a two-day community-focused project that is designed primarily for children aged 4–12 but is open to all age groups.
Location
Dhaka
Start Date
January 24, 2025
End Date
January 25, 2025
Status
Completed

Project Objectives

  • To provide a break from digital screens and urban monotony by offering hands-on, playful learning experiences for children.
  • To introduce diverse creative activities that children can easily continue practicing at home.
  • To foster intergenerational participation by welcoming both children and creatively inclined adults.
  • To encourage environmental awareness through upcycling and recycling-based art projects.
  • To promote social-emotional learning, imaginative play, and skill-building through fun, accessible activities.

Project Summary

Creative Carnival is a two-day community-focused project that is designed primarily for children aged 4–12 but is open to all age groups. This carnival offers a rich mix of artistic, educational, and play-based experiences. The initiative is focused on helping children disconnect from digital devices and engage in meaningful, creative, and sustainable activities – many of which they can replicate at home.

The event features both free and paid activities and encourages the participation of adults with childlike curiosity and creativity. The goal is to create a space where families and communities come together to play, learn, and connect. Entry to the event is completely free.

Key Activities Include:

  • Art Competition
  • Recycle Art Making
  • Clay on Canvas Painting
  • Mask Painting
  • Painting on Clay Plates
  • Plastic Bottle Art
  • Ornament Making
  • Face Painting
  • Introduction of a new board game: Sodu
  • Live Macramé: Comic character Soru making
  • Educational Parrot Fortune-Telling
  • Fun English Activities (by English Champ)
  • And many more surprise elements!

Outcomes

  • Creative Skill Development: Children and adults gain hands-on experience in art, design, and DIY projects using accessible materials.
  • Family & Community Engagement: Parents and children engage together in playful learning, promoting quality time and shared joy.
  • Promotion of Sustainable Practices: Activities like recycling art and plastic bottle craft raise awareness about reusing materials.
  • Screen-Free Enjoyment: Encourages healthy, tech-free recreation and mindfulness through tactile and social engagement.
  • Inclusive Participation: The open format welcomes people of all ages, fostering community bonding and intergenerational creativity.

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