Navratri 2026: Seven Dandiya and Garba Events to Attend in Kolkata This Festive Season

Kolkata is gearing up for Navratri 2026 with a series of Dandiya and Garba events featuring traditional dance, live music, celebrity appearances, DJ performances and festive food. While Durga Puja remains a major attraction in the city, these celebrations offer residents another opportunity to enjoy the festive season with friends and family.

Pankhida Raas Garba 2026 will take place from October 15 to 19 at Aquatica, Rajarhat. The five-night event will feature singer Shradha Mishra and DJ Karma, with scheduled appearances by Shreya Kalra, Sapna Choudhary, Govinda and Sunny Leone. Tickets start at Rs 999.

Zankar: The Echoes of Dandiya 2.0, scheduled for October 17 and 18 in Ballygunge, will combine traditional Garba and Dandiya with Bollywood music and techno beats. The celebration will also feature DJ performances, food stalls and photo zones. Tickets are priced at Rs 849.

Dandiya Mahotsav 3.0 will run from October 17 to 20 at Regenta Orko’s in Kasba. Visitors can expect themed evenings, live dhol performances, Bollywood music and dedicated indoor and outdoor celebration areas. Entry prices start at Rs 450.

At New Town, Dandiya Beats 2026 will be organised from October 18 to 20 at Eiffel Banquets, Novotel Hotel and Residences. The programme includes a traditional music band, a DJ, an emcee and a dance troupe. Passes start at Rs 1,500 and include food coupons.

Garba Dandiya Utsav 2026, organised by The Urban City Dance and Fitness Studio, will take place on October 20 in Dunlop, Baranagar. The event will feature a large dance floor, food stalls, photo booths and Bollywood and traditional music. Tickets cost Rs 799.

Meanwhile, Dholira Jalsa 7 will bring four days of dancing and DJ nights to Kaikhali from October 17 to 20, with tickets starting at Rs 499. Liqua Dandiya Night, scheduled for October 16 at Liqua Rooftop Lounge in Kaikhali, will combine Garba, live music and food counters, with tickets starting at Rs 659.

Together, these Kolkata Navratri events offer a variety of options for those seeking traditional dance, contemporary music and festive entertainment in October.