Living a good life: Exploring eudaimonic well-being outcomes of diaspora festivals

This study explored the eudaimonic well-being outcomes of diaspora festivals. Employing the constructivist grounded theory methodology, the research identified five core domains of eudaimonic well-being outcomes at diaspora festivals: relationship with other diasporas, homeland attachment, homeland memories, self and group identities, and sense of meaning and fulfillment. The activation of these domains was attributed to multiple factors, including festival characteristics, the festivals' presence in the host country, and regular festival participation. The study's outcomes enrich our understanding of eudaimonic well-being, provide directions for future research on well-being in this context, and set the stage for further exploration within event and tourism studies. Furthermore, the study has implications for event management, tourism and destination strategies, sustainable development goals, migration and diaspora policies, and the promotion of multiculturalism.