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Mysuru Dasara: An 11-Day Cultural Extravaganza with Complete Schedule
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News18•09-10-2026, 17:52
Mysuru Dasara: An 11-Day Cultural Extravaganza with Complete Schedule
- •The world-famous Mysuru Dasara celebrations will take place for 11 grand days from October 11 to 21.
- •The festival kicks off on October 11 with the inauguration at Chamundi Hills, followed by palace illumination and flower shows.
- •Key highlights this year include Raita Dasara, Mahila Dasara, Yoga Dasara, and the traditional coastal Kambala sport.
- •Spectacular drone shows are scheduled at the Bannimantap Torchlight Parade Grounds on October 17 and 20.
- •The 11-day festivities will conclude grandly on October 21 with the traditional Vijayadashami Jamboo Savari and torchlight parade.
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The world-famous Mysuru Dasara festival in 2026 spans 11 days, officially beginning with inaugural rituals on October 11 and concluding with the grand Jamboo Savari on October 21.
The grand finale on October 21 features the Vijayadashami Jamboo Savari procession carrying the golden Howdah from the Mysuru Palace to Bannimantap, followed by a torchlight parade, police band performances, and a dazzling drone show.
Key attractions for the 2026 festival include a traditional coastal Kambala buffalo race near VTU College on October 18 and 19, Raita Dasara agricultural events, drone shows, a pet show, and a heritage cycle ride.
