Hogenakkal Falls, the majestic waterfalls that form a natural border between Karnataka and Tamil Nadu, make for a perfect weekend getaway from Bangalore. Hogenakkal offers an array of layered waterfalls, ancient rock formations, an adventurous and fun coracle ride, fresh catches to gorge on, and a scenic drive from Bangalore. Located only 130KM away, it is a perfect one-day trip from Bangalore for friends, family, kids, and couples, especially after the monsoon.

Due to its sheer volume and spread, Hogenakkal waterfall is often referred to as the ‘Niagra Falls of India’. The comparison is questionable, and I hate the idea of pitting two places against each other as I believe the comparison insignifies the beauty of both the places. Nonetheless, the waterfalls in Hogenakkal and its surroundings are breathtaking and worth the effort of travelling 130 KM for a perfect day outing from Bengaluru.

In this article, I will share how to travel from Bangalore to Hogenakkal Falls, places of interest, and other useful information required for a weekend trip to Hogenakkal from Bengaluru.

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If you are searching for more options for one-day trips from Bangalore, you can visit Mandaragiri Hills or Muninagara Dam.

Want to beat the crowd? Explore Gudibande – a hidden gem from Bangalore within 100 KM.

Where Is Hogenakkal?

The river path of Kaveri and Hogenakkal falls creates a natural border between Chamrajnagar district of Karnataka and Dharmapuri district of Tamil Nadu. However, the tourist entry point lies in the Dharmapuri district.

• Bangalore to Hogenakkal distance: 130 KM
• Chennai to Hogenakkal distance: 350 KM
• Dharmapuri to Hogenakkal distance: 48 KM
• Salem to Hogenakkal distance: 90 KM

Hogenakkal Google Map Location

A Bit of Everything About Hogenakkal Falls First

Hindus in the southern parts of India consider the river Kaveri the holiest, sometimes even holier than the Ganges. After originating at Talakaveri in the Brahmagiri Hills of the Western Ghats in the Kodagu district in Karnataka, it reaches Hogenakkal at its full glory with water contributed from its tributaries. Hogenakkal area is home to one of the oldest carbonatite rock formations in the world. In Hogenakkal, the mighty Kaveri river, swaying and trickling through the rock formations (sometimes as high as 20 m), created a large network of layered waterfalls and sandy beaches before moving on towards the Bay of Bengal.

Hogenakkal – What’s In A Name?

Hogenakkal in Kannada means Smoky Rocks. When the meandering water stream drops into the rock, the water splashes look like smoke from a distance. Thus, the name. In ancient times, the Tamils used to call it Uguneer Kal. Being ruled by the Mysore Kingdom, many Kannadigas lived in this area for centuries. So, the Kannada name became more popular.

How To Reach Hogenakkal From Bangalore

Best Time to Visit Hogenakkal

The best time to visit Hogenakkal waterfalls is just after the monsoon, September – November. The water level will be high, yet calm enough for coracle rides, swimming, etc. Due to the constant flow of water in the Kaveri River, Hogenakkal does not dry up even in summer. So, swimming and a picnic by the riverside on a breezy summer day may not be a bad idea at all. However, you must avoid the monsoon. Coracle rides and swimming are prohibited. The entire area will be on high alert, and it will be risky for even a riverside picnic.

We visited in September. The weather was perfect for a coracle ride.

Things To Do In Hogenakkal

Coracle Ride

If you are in Hogenakkal, you must ride the Coracle boat. A coracle is a small circular boat made of bamboo. Traditionally, the bottoms are covered with animal hides for waterproofing. Nowadays, plastic sheets are widely used instead. These boats are very popular in Southern India, some parts of Vietnam, Cambodia, and Laos. The government rate is 750 INR per boat for a 30-minute ride. Life jackets are provided. The 30-minute ride is a leisurely ride through the river. The boatman will spin your boat, too. You can extend the ride to 1 hour for 1600 INR or 2 hours for 2400 INR. Longer rides will take you through the gorge, cascading waterfalls, and viewpoints. We opted for the 2-hour ride. It is highly recommended. We even spotted flying fish. Only 3-4 people are allowed per boat.

Oil Massage

Men queue up on the riverbank to get a head and full body massage with ayurvedic oils. It might cost 100-200 INR for a single sitting. Honestly, the open setup is not a pleasant sight. But it seems very popular among the locals.

Swimming

Swimming and bathing under the waterfall are allowed. Please make sure to stick within the designated area only.

Eat The Fish

Small shops line up across the road, selling fresh catch of the day. Fried, curry in every form. They serve rice, sambar, rasam, etc, with it. You can also preorder before going for a boat ride and eat later. If you prefer home food like us, you can find plenty of picnic spots.

Hogenakkal Entry Fee

There is no entry fee for Hogenakkal Waterfalls.

Hogenakkal Waterfalls Timings

The Hogenakkal Waterfall is open from 8 AM to 5 PM.

Time Required To Visit Hogenakkal Waterfalls

The area is huge and has activities like boating and swimming. It will require at least 4-5 hours to explore the place, including the coracle ride.

Hogenakkal From Bengaluru – Daytrip Or Weekend Trip?

Hogenakkal is located only 130 KM away from Bengaluru, making it a perfect one-day trip from Bangalore with friends, family, and kids. I would not recommend staying overnight for this trip unless you are coming from Chennai or making it a stopover in your bigger Karnataka itinerary.

Where To Stay In Hogenakkal Falls?

If you are travelling from Bengaluru to Hogenakkal, you do not need to stay in Hogenakkal. In case you want to stay for some reason, you can stay near the falls at TTDC Hotel Tamil Nadu – HOGENAKKAL. You will find more hotel options in Dharmapuri.

What To Eat In Hogenakkal?

Small shops line up across the road, selling fresh catch of the day. Fried, curry in every form. They serve rice, sambar, rasam, etc with it. You can also preorder before going for a boat ride and eat later. If you prefer home food like us, you can find plenty of picnic spots. You can also eat authentic biriyani, meals at TTDC Hotel Tamil Nadu – HOGENAKKAL.

Is It Safe To Travel To Hogenakkal?

Yes, absolutely. Please stick to designated areas for swimming. Do not venture out for hiking without a guide. Use lifejackets during the coracle ride.

Is Hogenakkal Worth Visiting?

Absolutely. Hogenakkal Waterfalls is one of the most breathtaking and largest waterfalls in India. It is a must-visit place in South India. Hogenakkal Waterfalls is a perfect one-day trip from Bangalore for friends, family, kids, and couples.

Other Places Of Interest Near Hogenakkal Waterfalls

Crocodile Park

There is a crocodile park just a kilometre away from Hogenakkal Waterfalls. It has a large collection of different species of crocodiles. We are not sure how ethical their ecosystem is. You may visit if it interests you. We did not visit it.

Location: here
Opening Hours: 9 am – 12 pm, 2 pm – 5 pm; Closed on Tuesdays
Distance from Hogenakkal Waterfall: 1 KM
Entrance Fee: 5 INR pp

So, now you have all things ready for a great day trip to Hogenakkal Waterfalls from Bengaluru within 130 KM with your friends and family. When are you hitting the road?

Do let me know your experience when you visit.

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Luckily, there is no shortage of one-day getaways or picnic places near Bangalore. After a tiring week at work and a small spell of being under the weather, we were looking for an offbeat picnic destination on the outskirts of Bengaluru to unwind and to have some light activities. Gudibande fits the bill perfectly. It is definitely one of the best unexplored day trips from places near Bengaluru.

Are you also planning a day trip to Bhairasagara Lake, Gudibande Fort, and Vatadahosahalli Lake, or are you looking for a day outing near Bengaluru with a picnic lunch and an easy hike? Then, you are at the right place. In this article, I will share the best route, how to visit Gudibande Fort from Bangalore, its history, a guide to the Gudibande Fort trek, timings, picnic spots, etc.

Keep reading!!!

If you are searching for more options for one-day trips from Bangalore, you can visit Mandaragiri Hills or Muninagara Dam.

Where Is Gudibande?

Gudibanda or Gudibande is a small town in the Chikkaballapur district of Karnataka. It lies at a brief detour on the Bengaluru-Hyderabad highway. The distance from the center of Bangalore to Gudibande is around 92 KM and a drive time of 2 – 2.5 hours. The seemingly unmentionable town has a vibrant history, a fascinating mythological significance, and three stunning tourist attractions (Bhairasagara Lake, Gudibande Fort, and Vatadahosahalli Lake) which never fail to amaze the visitors. Gudibande Fort was built on the top of Surasadmagiri Hill which lies northwest of Gudibande town.

Take a look at the distance to Gudibande from some famous spots nearby.

Distance from Bangalore to Gudibande: ~ 92 KM
Drive Time from Bangalore to Gudibande: 2 – 2.5 hours

Distance from Lepakshi to Gudibande: ~ 23 KM
Drive Time from Lepakshi to Gudibande: 40 – 50 minutes

Distance from Chikkaballapur to Gudibande: ~ 33 KM
Drive Time from Chikkaballapur to Gudibande: 40 – 50 minutes

Distance from Adiyogi, Isha Foundation to Gudibande: ~ 33 KM
Drive Time from Adiyogi, Isha Foundation to Gudibande: 40 – 50 minutes

Distance from Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru to Gudibande: ~ 68 KM
Drive Time from Kempegowda International Airport, Bengaluru to Gudibande: 1 – 1.2 hours

A Bit Of History About Gudibande

The fascinating history of Gudibande goes back to the time of Ramayana. Legend says on the quest to find Sita and defeat Ravana, Lord Rama established a Shiva temple to worship on the top of the Surasadmagiri hill in Gudibande town with the help of Sage Vishwamitra. The temple is known as Sri Rameshwara Temple, and it is believed to be one of the ancient 108 Jyotirlingas mentioned in the ancient Hindu scriptures. In Kannada, the language spoken in this part of India, ‘Gudi’ means temple, and ‘Bande’ means rock. The town derives its name from the temple on the top of a rock, Gudibande.

Unfortunately, the ancient temple did not hold the test of time. The current structure of the temple was built much later during the 17^th century. Byra Gowda, a descendant of the Tuluva dynasty of the Vijayanagara Empire, ruled this area during the 17^th century. He was known to be a just and progressive ruler. He built the Gudibande fort, renovated Sri Rameshwara Temple into what we see today, and irrigated a rainwater harvesting mechanism that remains the most important source of water for this area even today. He built numerous lakes including Bhairasagar (or, Byra Sagar) Lake which was named after him.

Gudibande Fort – An Architectural Marvel

The 400-year-old Gudibande Fort was an architectural marvel of that time. Built on the top of the Surasadmagiri Hill, the seven-storey fort is interconnected with well-laden stairs. As per historical records, Byra Gowda was so impressed with Madhugiri Fort (located around 70 KM from Gudibande) that he commissioned a replica in Gudibande. However, its intelligent escape route and groundbreaking rainwater harvesting mechanism make Gudibande Fort a unique masterpiece. All seven levels are also interconnected with a secret escape route for royalties, soldiers, and fort dwellers to escape or bring essentials in case of siege. There are 19 rock ponds and numerous water tanks called ‘Dhone’ at the different levels of the fort. He also built many lakes around the town, Vatadahosahalli Lake, and Bhairasagar Lake being the important ones. All these water bodies were designed to hold 3 lakh liters of rainwater at a time. Isn’t it amazing for a 400-year-old construction?

How To Reach Gudibande From Bangalore

Places To Visit In Gudibande

You can cover all major attractions on a one-day trip to Gudibande from Bengaluru.

Bhairasagara Lake

While going towards the Gudibande town from Bangalore, 2 – 3 KM before reaching the Gudibande town, you will find a vast waterbody on the backdrop of hills. It is named Byra Sagar (now Bhairasagara) after the famous ruler Byra Gowda. It is popularly known as Gudibande Lake. If you are coming by two-wheelers, you can reach smaller roads to the lake bank. But if you are coming by car, I would recommend you park your car on the roadside and walk to the lake. The lake runs along the winding road for almost 1.5 KM. So, the drive along the lake is a must-do experience during this day trip. Spend some time relaxing, watching birds, or enjoying a beautiful sunset. You will not regret the time spent here. However, I will reveal the best spot for sunset on this day trip from Bangalore to Gudibande in some time. Read on to know.

I heard that this lake is in the shape of the map of India. Honestly, I had a bird’s eye view of it from different angles from the top of Gudibande Fort and even verified satellite images in Google Maps, it does not resemble the shape of India, not even close. The place is absolutely breathtaking. Not sure, why people make such bizarre comparisons to hype up a place. Nonetheless, the place deserves a trip on its own.

Location: here
Opening Hours: sunrise to sunset
Admission: Free

Gudibande Fort

The main attraction of Gudibande is of course the 17th century Gudibande Fort built on the top of Surasadmagiri hill. You can see the mighty hill and the fort wall from a distance while approaching Gudibande town. Once you reach the town center, take a narrow lane which will take you to the base of the hill. The hike to the top of Gudibande Fort is easy to moderate. It is suitable for any age group with no mobility issues. You need to climb around 500 steps through the different levels of the fort.

The first half of the hike is quite easy with well-laden stairs and stone railings wide enough to safely sit and take rest. As you climb higher, the view of the Gudibande town, Bhairasagara Lake, Vatadahosahalli Lake, and a range of green-covered hills will mesmerize you. The colorful houses of Gudibande surprised me the most. They look like scattered gift boxes wrapped in different colored papers from the top. Make sure to take a pause between your hikes and relish the view. This section does not have any shade. Fortunately, we visited on a cloudy day in January. The cold breeze made our hike quite enjoyable.

Halfway through the hike, we reached a flat rocky surface. It felt like a dead end. We could not find any road up from here to the top. We thought either we reached the top or we lost our way. But do not make the mistake of going back from this point. Look closely, you will find a small flight of stairs that will take you inside the fort. But do not forget to enjoy the view before moving to the next part of the hike.

Here comes the challenging part of the hike. As you enter the fort, the stairs become narrow and steeper. The height of each stair is more than usual. So, you need to stretch your legs quite a bit. Each flight of winding stairs will take you to the next level of the fort. So, you will encounter a sharp ascend. At the end of each level, you will be greeted with a huge intricately carved stone door and a temple-like structure. Sometimes, you will feel that you have reached a dead end. But enter through the door and you find the next flight of stairs. These stone stairs are part of the original 400 years old fort. So, some of the stones might be broken. Watch your steps while climbing. The entire section is very narrow. It becomes even narrower when unmaintained shrubs and trees cover the sides of the stairs. You will find cave-like formations with boulders on the way. The boulders are loosely arranged on each other like a deck of cards. They might look scary initially, but they are natural formations and have been intact for centuries. So, I guess it is safe to pass through its narrow openings. Unlike the first section of the hike, this section has thick stone walls on both sides blocking the view (which means no motivation for the climb) and the wind that makes the area very suffocating. Take proper rest if required during the hike.

Once you reach the top, you will be greeted with spectacular views and ruins of the once invincible fort. You can still see a few rock ponds on the top. A major part of the fort walls still exists. You can walk along the wall. But be careful not to climb on the wall or go near the cliff. They are not properly maintained. Sri Rameshwara Temple, the ancient Shiva temple, has been renovated to some extent. When we visited, it was closed. We sat on a rock and enjoyed the 360-degree view of the town, Vatadahosahalli Lake, Bhairasagar Lake, and the cascading hill range. I think the view from the top of the Gudibande trek is better than that from Nandi Hill on a clear day minus the crowd. There are no shades on the temple except the temple premise. But, it was quite breezy. So, you will not feel the heat even on sunny days.

The climb can take 30 minutes to 1.5 hours based on your fitness level. We were pressed for time to reach Vatadahosahalli Lake before sunset. So, we could stay only 40 – 45 minutes on the top. But, you can easily spend an hour or two. Just relax, enjoy the view, or click photos. Climbing down will take less time. While we took 45 – 50 minutes to reach the top with a few rest and photo breaks, we climbed down in less than 30 minutes.

Trekking Summary

• Difficulty Level: Easy to moderate
• Suitable For: All age groups with no mobility issue
• Route Condition: Mostly stairs and flats. Some parts are broken, but easy to navigate.
• Time Required To Climb: 30 minutes – 1.5 hours
• Time Required To Climb Down: 30 – 40 minutes

Safety Precautions For Trekking

Though the hike to the Gudibande Fort is an easy trek, you must follow some safety measures to make your trip risk-free.

• Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
• Carry enough water.
• Beware of monkeys. Do not show food or flashy items to them.
• There is no light in the fort. So, climb down before dark.

Location: here
Opening Hours: 6 AM to 6 PM daily
Admission: Free

Vatadahosahalli Lake

Our final stop for the day trip to Gudibande from Bengaluru is Vatadahosahalli Lake. It is also known as Sabbanahalli Lake. It is 7-8 KM from Gudibande Fort. This part of the drive is the most scenic. It goes through rolling hills, valleys, and small villages. In the evening you will see villagers taking cattle herds back home.

Do you know the best thing about this lake? You can drive along Sabbanahalli or Vatadahosahalli Lake and take your four-wheeler to the bank of the lake during the dry season. There are many flat surfaces on the bank of the lake where you can go camping or have a picnic or barbecue meal. The sun setting behind uniquely structured hills with loosely placed rocks and boulders on the backdrop of the lake is a sight to behold. We were a little late to reach. The sun had already started to set. Many families were enjoying picnics by the water. Adults were managing food, and chitchatting while kids were playing with rocks. However, it wasn’t hard for us to find a quiet space by the lake. We carried some homemade snacks. Sunset by the water, homemade food, us, and random conversations. Our kind of date. Sabbanahalli or Vatadahosahalli Lake is one of the best picnic spots near Bengaluru.

Location: here
Opening Hours: sunrise to sunset
Admission: Free

Best Time To Visit Gudibande

Clear Winter days are the best time to visit Gudibande. However, you can visit Gudibande all year round if you plan your timings correctly.

The best time to climb Gudibande Fort is, of course, winter. You can also plan the hike to Gudibande Fort during sunsets and sunrises in summer. A clear day is a plus, as you can view the entire hill range from the top. We visited in the afternoon in January. There was no sun, but it wasn’t cloudy either. We had a pleasant hike and got amazing views from the top of Gudibande Fort. I would not recommend the rainy season, as the stairs can get slippery.

The best time to visit Bhairasagara Lake is all year round. The sunsets are amazing. It is very breezy. So, you can come here at any time of the day. Since the lake goes along the road, if you are not planning to go to the lake bank, you can even enjoy it from the road during the monsoon. In heavy monsoons, the water might spill onto the road. So, drive carefully.

The best time to visit Vatadahosahalli or Sabbanahalli Lake is sunset. However, you can visit any time of the day for a picnic. Avoid the rainy season as the bank will be muddy.

Time Required To Visit Gudibande

You need an entire day to visit all 3 attractions in Gudibande. At a minimum, spend at least half an hour at both Bhairasagara Lake and Vatadahosahalli Lake. The hike to the top of Gudibande Fort can take 30 minutes – 1.5 hours and the climb down will take 30 – 40 minutes. You must spend at least half an hour on the top before starting the descent. So, a half-day trip to Gudibande from Bengaluru is doable. However, it will be a rushed itinerary. I would recommend taking a little slower approach. Spend longer enjoying the view, carry some food, and have them by the lake. Gudibande is the best to enjoy as a day trip from Bengaluru.

Day Trip From Bengaluru Or A Weekend Trip

A trip to Bhairasagara Lake, Gudibande Fort, and Vatadahosahalli Lake is ideal for a day outing or picnic from Bangalore. I would not recommend staying overnight for this trip. If you want to spend a day surrounded by nature, go somewhere close to the western ghats.

Where To Stay In Gudibande

There is no hotel in Gudibande town or nearby. If you insist on staying for a night, choose some farm stays or resorts near Chikkabalapura.

Where To Eat In Gudibande

Gudibande is a small town with no modern amenities. You will not find restaurants in Gudibande or any nearby town. Your best bet is the highway joints on the Bengaluru-Hyderabad road. There was one coconut seller, a nimbu-soda seller, and a churmuri or jhal muri (puffed rice mixed with spices, and veggies) seller in front of Gudibande fort. There is one more coconut seller near Vatadahosahalli Lake. Please do not rely on them. Carry food and water and have them in the best picnic spots near Bengaluru.

How Safe Is Gudibande?

Gudibande is an offbeat place to visit from Bengaluru. Even on weekends or holidays, there will hardly be any people. We encountered just 5-6 people during the hike. There were just two of us at certain sections of the hike to the Gudibande fort. We did not feel unsafe even for once. There are only 20-25 people at max on the top. But they were families, couples, a group of friends. Please do not venture out off the trail. There could be broken structures, unknown traps (it was a fort after all), or snakes.

Is Gudibande Worth Visiting For A Day Trip From Bengaluru?

A big yes! Gudibande Fort is a hidden gem near Bangalore. The view from the top is breathtaking. This is our second visit to Bhairasagara Lake. We loved it both times. And, Vatadahosahalli or Sabbanahalli Lake is one of the best picnic destinations near Bengaluru. We plan to go back again for a barbecue picnic by the lake.

Other Places Of Interest Near Gudibande

If you start early, you can visit nearby places with Gudibande. I have a few recommendations for you.

• Nandi Hill (~ 47 KM)
• Adiyogi, Isha Foundation (~ 33 KM)
• Lepakshi (~ 23 KM)
• Sri Bhoga Nandishwara Gudi (~ 45 KM)
• Avalabette (~ 14 KM)
• Dandiganahalli Dam (~ 43 KM)

A Few Things To Consider

A day trip to Gudibande from Bengaluru is very convenient and can be done with kids and senior citizens. However, please keep a few things in mind to make the trip hassle-free.

• Gudibande is a quaint sleepy town. You will not find any place to eat. Carry enough water and food. They will be helpful for the hike too.
• There are no lights or security officials in the fort or near the lake. So, climb down before the dark.
•  Be aware of the monkeys. There are a lot of them on the top of Gudibande fort and the initial section of the hike.
• Do not show food or flashy items to monkeys. Carry a stick for an emergency. But please do not scare them or hit them unnecessarily.
• Wear comfortable shoes and clothes.
• If you are planning for a picnic lunch, please carry a bin bag to take bag your trash. Leave the place as it was before you were there.
• Plan your picnic by the lake. Please avoid the fort for picnics as they might attract unnecessary attentions from the monkeys. Also, there is a temple on the hilltop. So, please be respectful of the place.
• Stick to the designated route while hiking.
• There is no washroom. However, you can use the restrooms in the highway restaurants on the Bengaluru-Hyderabad highway. The nearest one is 15 KM away. So, plan accordingly.
• Avoid monsoon season as the stairs can be slippery and the lake bank will be muddy.
• Carry sunglasses.

Picnic Essentials To Carry

Vatadahosahalli or Sabbanahalli Lake is one of the best picnic destinations near Bengaluru. I highly recommend carrying some precooked food for a picnic in the lap of nature. Prefer barbecues over picnics. That is even better. I know that planning is a difficult task. I have put together a checklist of picnic essentials for you.

• Waterproof, easy-to-clean picnic mat
• Picnic Basket to carry your essentials
• Heat-retaining tiffin box
• Napkins & tissues
• Water bottle
• Disposable utensils like plates, cutleries, bowls, glasses
• Thermal flask
• Tea bags
• Umbrella
• Foldable picnic chair
• Salt and paper sachets
• Outdoor sports kit for kids
• Paper soap
• The most important one – trash bags. Leave the place as it was before you were there.

So, now you have all things ready for a great day trip to Gudibande from Bengaluru within 100 KM with your friends and family. When are you hitting the road?

Do let me know your experience when you visit.

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Some Useful Information

Before we start, here is some useful information for you.

How to get around during Ganesh Puja in Bangalore

You can see Ganesh Puja pandals on almost every street in Bengaluru. However, the bigger Ganapathi festival celebrations are sparsely located across the city. So, there is no easy way to cover them by taking public transport. Haggling with autorickshaws for fare and route is extremely painful in Bengaluru. The best way to explore them is to travel by own vehicle. In some major Puja pandals, you might have to park your vehicle far from the pandal. Another alternative is to book an Ola or Uber rental if you plan to visit multiple pandals in a day. Individual rides will take an obnoxious amount of waiting time and fare.

Dates of Ganesh Chaturthi 2026

This year Ganesh Chaturthi Puja is on 14th September, Monday, 2026. The celebration continues for 10 days.

Top 10 Places to See Ganesh Puja Pandals in Bengaluru in 2026

Lord Ganesha is worshipped in every household. You will find all Vinayaka temples are decorated with lights, flowers, and diyas during this time. Many communities will celebrate Ganesh Puja. Every other street in Bengaluru, especially in areas like Basavanagudi, and Malleshwaram will have a Ganesh Puja pandal.

Here is the list of the top 10 biggest Ganatpathi Puja pandals or festivals in Namma Bengaluru in 2026.

1. Bengaluru Ganesh Utsav – Basavanagudi – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is probably the biggest Ganapathi Festival in Bengaluru. The 64th Bengaluru Ganesh Utsava upholds the rich cultural tradition and unique Indian heritage through a magnificent showcase of music, dance, drama, and art. Many stalwarts of the Indian Music industry perform here every year. The Utsava starts on 14th September 2026 and continues till 26th September 2026.

The highlight of the 64th Bengaluru Ganesha Utsava is a grand procession that will continue through the heart of Basavanagudi, starting from BMS College of Engineering to Ramakrishna Aashram Circle through Gandhi Bazar Circle and DVG Road, ending at APS College grounds while showcasing the divine presence of Lord Ganesha in all His glory. This magnificent procession marks the culmination of the13-day celebration with unprecedented grandeur and devotion. The best part is that you can join the divine procession too. The procession starts from 4 pm onwards on 26 September 2026.

Procession Route: BMS College of Engineering → Gandhi Bazar Circle → DVG Road → Ramakrishna Aashram Circle → APS College Grounds
Venue: APS College Grounds, Mallikarjuna Temple St, NR Colony, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004
Location: here

2. Sri Sathya Sai Ganapathi Temple – JP Nagar – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Every year, the temple is decorated in an extravagant way. It is a huge crowd-puller. So, plan accordingly. Also, the usual temple timings apply.

Venue: 132, Puttenahalli Rd, KR Layout, JP Nagar Phase 6, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560078
Location: here

3. Sri Vinayaka Mitra Mandali – Jaya Nagar – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Sri Vinayaka Mitra Mandali, a charitable organisation, started Ganesha Utsava in Jayanagar, Bengaluru, in the year 1982. The 45-year-old puja will continue from 14 to 18 September 2026.

Venue: WH9F+PVG, 1st A Main Rd, 8th Block, Jayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560070
Location: here

4. Freedom Park – Gandhi Nagar – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Seshadri Rd, Gandhi Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560009
Location: here

5. Dwarakanath Bhavan – Basavanagudi – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: 50, Krishna Rajendra Rd, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004
Location: here

6. Madiwala Ganesh Utsava – BTM – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

The 10-year-old puja will continue from 14 to 18 September 2026.

Venue: 27/10, Hosur Rd, Somasundarapalaya, Madiwala, 1st Stage, BTM 1st Stage, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560068
Location: here

7. Shri Venkateshwara Swamy Temple – Bellandur – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: WMJG+967, 12th B Cross Rd, Near Bellandur Government School, Bellandur, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560103
Location: here

8. Shri Panchamukhi Ganesha Temple – Kengeri – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Kengeri, near NICE Toll Plaza, Bengaluru
Location: here

9. Shree Dodda Ganapati Temple – Basavanagudi – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: 235, Bull Temple Road, Basavanagudi, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560004
Location: here

10. OPC (ODISHA Puja Committee) Bengaluru Ganesh Utsava – Maha Vinayaka Mahotsav – Ganesh Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Maha Vinayaka Mahotsava is the flagship annual event of the Odisha Puja Committee, Bengaluru — one of the largest Ganesh Puja celebrations by the Odia community in Karnataka. Bringing together Odias and non-Odias alike for a day of devotion, culture and celebration, the 2026 edition promises to be grander than ever with a larger venue, acclaimed performers and the felicitation of distinguished Odia achievers. Ganesh Puja & Prasad Sevan will be followed by a cultural program and a grand musical night.

Venue: OPC GROUND, Lake View Road, Doddanekundi, Marathahalli, Bengaluru
Location: here

I hope this list will help you explore all Ganesh Puja festivals in Bengaluru in 2026.

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We all know Japan is the most popular spring destination in the world for the abundance of Sakura Cherry blossoms. And, people from all over the world flock to Japan to witness the phenomena. It is crowded and quite heavy on the pocket. Let’s do something different and more pocket-friendly this spring. I will take you to Bengaluru, the Silicon Valley of India, to witness the color riots, often called Pink Bengaluru.

Here is your only guide to know how/where to find Bengaluru’s version of cherry blossom.

A bit about Pink Trumpet, the plant first

Often confused with cherry blossoms like in Japan, the pink in Bangalore is actually from a tree named Tabebuia Avellaneda. It is popularly called Pink Trumpets. If you look closely, the shape of the flower looks exactly like a trumpet, a musical instrument. Thus, it is popularly called pink trumpets. Tabebuia Avellaneda or pink trumpet is a neotropical tree from Central America.

Not only baby pink of Tabebuia Avellaneda, but you will also spot yellow from Tabebuia Argentea and fuchsia of Tabebuia Rosea across the city’s landscapes.

How does Bengaluru turn into a pink heaven every spring?

Are you wondering how the pink trumpet is sweeping Bangalore with colors, a city so far away from its native Mexico? Well, this started with a king’s obsession with these flowers.

ln the late 19th century, the British made military settlements in and around Bengaluru. They wanted to decorate their houses with exotic plants and flowers. So, they brought pink trumpets and many other exotic plants and trees from their native and other colonies. Back then, Bengaluru was under the rule of Maharaja Krishnaraja Wadiyar IV, the king of Mysore. He took a fancy to these flowers so much that he ordered planting hundreds of pink trumpet trees in the Lalbagh Garden, the royal garden, and across the city. He even hired renowned horticulturists John Cameron and Gustav Hermann Krumbiegel from Europe as the economic botanists and supervisors of the Lal Bagh Garden to oversee the entire project. I do not blame him for the obsession. These flowers are very pretty.

In 1980, SG Neginhal, a renowned horticulturist, decided to plant Tabebuia Avellaneda as avenue trees across Bengaluru. Thus, turning Bengaluru into a pink paradise every spring.

Best season to spot Pink Blossoms of Bangalore

The bloom starts in late December and lasts till the end of March. However, the peak season is the Mid-March. During this time, all trees will bloom to their full capacity and shade their leaves. So, all you can see is pink.

Not only baby pink of Tabebuia Rosea, but you will also spot yellow from Tabebuia Argentea and fuchsia of Tabebuia Rosea across the city’s landscapes. 

How to reach Bangalore

If you are searching for more options for one-day trips from Bangalore, you can visit Mandaragiri Hills or Muninagara Dam.

Getting Around in Bengaluru

Bangalore is a huge city. A lot of infrastructure projects are going on across the city. Gone are the days, when Bengaluru was the most cycle-friendly city. Now most roads either do not have footpaths or have broken ones. Sadly, it is not a walkable city anymore.

By Metro

Bengaluru is infamous for its traffic, and narrow roads. So, your best bet is to utilize its metro line. Currently, it has two operating routes from north to south and east to west, coinciding at the Majestic station. Majestic is a major hub for intercity trains and bus services. The metro operates from 5 am to 11 pm with a frequency of 5-15 minutes. You can buy coins (single rides), smart cards (multiple rides), or use an app. Day passes are available.

By Bus

Both AC Volvo and non-AC buses are available across many routes within the city. Most buses are crowded. Fare ranges from 25 – 100 Indian rupees.

By Cab

Cab aggregators like Uber, and Ola are easily available throughout the city. Use them for your transport from/to the airport, railway stations, and sights located outside the metro route. Use day rentals to avoid the hassle of booking multiple times.

By Auto

Well, riding an auto in Bengaluru is not for the faint-hearted. Most auto drivers will drive harshly and break traffic rules. It is impossible to catch an auto on your own with fair value. You can book it through Ola, Uber, and the Namma Yatri app.

Places to see Pink Trumpets in Bengaluru

Honestly, you do not have to go to a dedicated point to see the fully bloomed pink trumpet trees during the peak season, say mid-February to late March. Just roam around the city, and you will spot them in abundance.
However, a few places in the city have the highest concentration of these trees. Here is the list of places in Bengaluru where you can spot pink trumpets easily.

• Cubbon Park
• Beniganahalli Lake
• AECS Layout, Marathalli
• Outer Ring Road
• Madiwala
• Yelahanka
• KR Puram Bridge
• Domlur crossing and 100 ft road from Domlur towards Koramangala

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Where else in India, you can spot spring blossoms

If you happen to travel to India during spring and seeing pink trumpets in Bengaluru makes you long for more spring blossoms, here is your list of spring blossoms in India other than the pink trumpets of Bengaluru.

• Cherry Blossoms in Himachal
• Tulips, apples, apricots, and pear blossoms in Kashmir
• Palash blossoms in Purulia, India

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Due to its convenient location in the western ghats region of India, you can visit many amazing locations from Bangalore or Bengaluru for a one-day gateway. Muninagara Dam is a perfect gateway from Bangalore for a day or even for a few hours. It is definitely one of the best unexplored day trips from Bengaluru.

If you are searching for more options for one-day trips from Bangalore, you can visit Mandaragiri Hills.

Where is the Muninagara Dam

Muninagara Dam and Reservoir are in a small village inside the Ragihalli forest. It is part of the Banneghatta National Park region. The lake is almost 30-40 acres and is the main source of water for the nearby villages. The backdrop of hills, lush green, and the absence of a maddening crowd makes Muninagara one of the best day trips from Bangalore.

Muninagara Dam Location

Muninagara Dam is located at an average distance of 30-50 KM from Bangalore depending on which part of the city you stay and takes 2-3 hours to reach. The dam was around 40 KM from my house. It took us more than 1.5 hours to reach the outskirts of Bangalore. Once we crossed Bangalore, it took us another 1 hour to reach Muninagara village through the scenic Kanakpura Road.

Location: here

How to reach Muninagara Dam?

There are a few public buses to the nearby villages. But the frequency and availability are questionable. The best way to reach Muninagara Dam is either to drive your own car or to rent a car/taxi.

You can use Savaari, Ola, etc. for taxi rentals.

Driving to Muninagara Dam is easy. Except for 200-300 meters of the village road during the end stretch, the road condition, even the rest of the village road, is in very good condition. You can easily find the driving directions to Muninagara Dam on Google Maps.

There are a lot of empty fields near the dam where you can park your car. We did the same. It is absolutely safe.

Two-wheelers can reach the lake.

Things to do in Muninagara

After parking our car, we had to walk through a very narrow dusty road for 100 meters to reach the dam. The dam is not in use for now. You can cross it easily. Hike up along the dam for another 50 meters and you will reach the lake. The view is breathtaking.

We took the stairs down to the grasslands beside the lake. There is no big tree. So, it is difficult to find shade on a sunny afternoon. We stalled ourselves just beside the water. The cool breeze instantly took the heat away. We leisurely finished our picnic lunch and talked for hours while sipping the tea that we carried in a flask.

After some time, we went to the other side of the lake. There are two half bridges. You can get stunning views from the bridges. We spent some time enjoying views from the bridge before heading back.

Best Time to visit Muninagara Dam

You can visit Muninagara Dam any time of the year. We visited in February when there was no rain in the recent past. But the lake was full.

There is no big tree to provide shade beside the lake. So, the best time to visit Muninagara Dam is during sunrise or sunset.

Time required for visiting Muninagara Dam

2-3 hours is enough if you are planning a picnic like us. Otherwise, 1 hour is sufficient to explore the area near Muninagara dam.

Is visiting Muninagara Dam safe?

Muninagara Dam is not a popular destination. In fact, there were only 6-7 other tourists when we were visiting. But we did not see or feel anything that we felt unsafe. Villagers will not disturb anyone. Please be mindful and do not indulge in any activities that you will not appreciate outsiders indulging in your area. To answer the question in short, yes. Muninagara Dam is a safe place to visit for a day trip from Bangalore.

What to eat near Muninagara Dam

There is no option to eat or drink near the area. Please carry enough water. We carried lunch and tea. You can also make it a short picnic trip. Please make sure to carry a dustbin bag to bring back picnic leftovers. Just leave the place as it was before your visit.

Places to visit near Muninagara Dam

If you have more time than a few hours, you can consider visiting nearby places after visiting Muninagara Dam. We visited just the dam.

• Mariapura Lake
• Muninagara Waterfall – a small stream that surfaces during and after the monsoon.
• Gundananjanjeya Temple
• Prani – The Pet Sanctuary

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Is Muninagara Dam worth visiting?

YESSS!! The calm lake with a backdrop of hills tucked hidden inside lush greeneries will create lasting memories for you. It is one of the best one-day trips from Bangalore within 50 km.

Have more queries? Shoot it in the comment. I will be happy to chat!

If you like offbeat places like this, read my Ipoh blog.

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Significance of Kali Pujo – A Different Diwali

Goddess Kali is worshipped in many forms at different times of the year across India. On the first new moon after Durga Puja, Shyama Kali is worshipped all over Bengal, the neighboring country Bangladesh, some parts of Bihar, Odissa, Assam, and Tripura. This coincides with Diwali which is celebrated in the rest of India and Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped during it. The day before the Kali Puja is marked as Bhoot Chaturdashi when it is believed that negative energy and evil spirits are at the peak of their energy. To ward off the evil, people light exactly 14 diyas or lamps in the house including the darkest and furthest corners, and eat 14 different types of leafy vegetables. The next night during the new moon, Kali Puja is performed.

Do you want to check out the places in Bangalore for Ganesh Puja? Check Here!

Some Useful Information

Before we start, here is some useful information for you.

How to get around during Kali Puja in Bangalore

There aren’t many Kali Puja or Kali Bari in Bangalore. And, Kali Puja pandals are sparsely located across the city. So, there is no easy way to cover them, even the major ones, by taking public transport. Haggling with autorickshaws for fare and route is extremely painful in Bengaluru. The best way to explore them is to travel by your own vehicle. Parking might be difficult near puja pandals. You just have to park a few blocks away. Another alternative is to book an Ola or Uber rental if you are planning to visit multiple pandals in a day. Individual rides will take an obnoxious amount of waiting time and fare.

Dates of Kali Puja 2026

This year, Kali Puja is on Sunday, 8th November 2026.

Top Places to See Kali Pujo in Bangalore in 2026

If you are planning to worship Maa Kali or just go for pandal hopping, you can visit one or some of these Kali Pujo pandals in Bangalore in 2026.

Kali Baris in Bangalore in 2026

There are four well-known authentic Kali Baris in Bangalore. You can come to them for Shyama Puja.

Electronic City Kali Bari – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

It is a very homely Kali Bari located in Electronic City. You will find idols of Goddess Kali, Goddess Durga, and Lord Ganesha, among others. The location is outside the city and difficult to navigate. You will not get a cab or an auto while coming back. The road condition for the last 1 km is terrible. There are no shops near the temple to buy puja offerings.

Venue: Bettadasanapura, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Bangalore Kalibari – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

The oldest Kali Bari in Bangalore has been conducting Kali Pujo since 1973 in a barren land. Later, the current temple was built in the same place. You can have their bhog prasad during the puja. The lane in front of the temple is very narrow. So, park a little further.

Venue: 5th Cross, Viginapura, Opposite FCI Godown Gate, KR Puram, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: website

KR Puram Kali Bari – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Built alongside the Mareamma Temple, this Kali Bari is right opposite the Pushpanjali Theatre. It has ample parking space.

Venue: Beside Mareamma Temple, Opposite Pushpanjali Theatre, Bangalore Corporation Industrial Estate, Mahadevapura, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: website

Bangalore Kali Bari – North Bangalore Cultural Samithi – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

The temple has idols of Ganapati, Kali, and Shiva. It also has two big halls on the ground and the first floor that can be rented for family functions and get-togethers. Ample space for parking is available.

Venue: 8, Nandini Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Kali Pujo Pandals in Bangalore in 2026

Basically, all big Durga Puja committees in Bengaluru also arrange Kali Puja. I am sharing some of the pandals for your reference.

Hattogol – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

It is probably the most famous Kali Pujo in Bangalore. This time, it will be a two-day celebration from 19th October to 20th October 2026.

Venue: Aicobo Grounds, Aicobo Nagar, 1st Stage, BTM Layout, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Alaapi – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

It is another heavyweight Kali Puja in Bangalore. The puja starts at 6 pm on 20th October 2026. The Pushpanjali and Bhog are open to all.

Venue: Sekhar Olympus Apartment Clubhouse, 58, Sir.M Vishveshwaraya Rd, Horamavu, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

SORRBA – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

This puja is a very popular one. They also organize Durga Puja on a large scale. The puja starts at 6:30 pm on 20th October 2026.

Venue: SJR Park Vista, Off Harlur Rd, Amblipura, PWD Quarters, 1st Sector, HSR Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Sarathi Socio Cultural Trust – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

This is also very popular among Bengalis living in Bangalore. The venue for this year’s Kali Pujo is yet to be disclosed.

Venue: Mangala Kalyana Mantapa, Ganapathi Temple Rd, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Whitefield Cultural Association (WCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

It is celebrating its 23rd year of Kali Puja. It started both Durga Puja and Kali Puja in the same year. The puja is a three-day celebration from October 18th to 20th, 2025, 2 pm onwards.

Venue: Parking ‘G’, Nexus Whitefield, Prestige Ozone, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

The Bengalee Association – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

This is one of the oldest and most popular Kali Puja in Bangalore.

Venue: 1/a, Assaye Rd, Shivan Chetty Garden Post, Ulsoor, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Hoodi Sarbojanin Kali Puja Association – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

This puja stepped into its 17th year.

Venue: Hoodi Sports Club, Hoodi Main Road Hudi, Krishnarajapura, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Kali Puja by Bengaluru Durga Puja Committee (BDPC) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Jayamahal Palace Hotel, 1, Jayamahal Main Rd, near Cantonment Railway Station Road, Nandi Durga Road Extension, Jayamahal, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560046
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Kali Puja by RT Nagar Sarbajanin Durga Puja Samiti – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Shri Vinayaka Devasthana, 576, 1st Cross Rd, P&T Colony, RT Nagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Jagriti Bangiyo Cultural Association (JBCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

They are celebrating their 6th year of puja. The pujo starts at 8 pm on 20 October 2025.

Venue: Natyapriya’s Nruthyakshetra, School Of Performing Arts, Hoysala Nagar, Ramamurthy Nagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Aarohan – A Socio-Cultural Forum – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I am not able to find the location on the map.

Venue: Belathur, Kadugodi, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Rainbow Socio-Cultural Association – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I do not have any updates for 2026.

Venue: Apartment Club House, Sipani Royal Heritage, Chandapur
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Abhinandan Cultural Association – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I do not have any updates for 2026.

Venue: Silicon City College, KR Puram, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Parijat Cultural Association – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: MJR Pearl, Adjacent to BMTC Bus Station, Gopalkrishna Nagar, Maithri Layout, Kadugodi, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Begur Bengali Cultural Association (BBCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Milana Greens, Mylasandra Rd, Suraksha Nagar, Yelenahalli, Begur, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Udaynagar Sarbojanin Kali Puja – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

This puja stepped into its 9th year. This time, it will be a three-day celebration from 20th to 22nd October 2025.

Venue: New Brilliant School, Uday Shankar Road, A Narayanapura, Udaya Nagar, Mahadevapura, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: instagram

Sanskritik Cultural Association – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Elite Banquet Hall, Puttenhalli Road, Kr Layout, JP Nagar Phase 6, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Socio-Cultural Association, Indira Nagar – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

It is one of the most popular Kali Pujo in Bengaluru.

Venue: HAEA Bhavana, 3478, 1st Cross Rd, HAL 2nd Stage, Indiranagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

East Bengaluru Cultural Association (EBCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I do not have any updates for 2026.

Venue: Sri Abhaya Anjaneyaswamy Temple, Kattamanallur, Konadasapura, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Bangalore Srehatta Sammelani – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: NGO’s Transit Facilities, SH – 3, Nagavarapalya Main Rd, DRDO Phase 1 Township, Bhuvaneswari Nagar, C V Raman Nagar, DRDO Phase 1 Township, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560093
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Barsha – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Shree Muthahalli A/c Party Hall, 167, 19th Main Rd, 11th Cross Rd, Sector 4, HSR Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Bengali In Bangalore (BinB) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: MLR Convention Centre, Cassia Block, Campus, JP Nagar 7th Phase, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Kodichikanahalli Sarbojanin Utsav Committee (KSUC) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I do not have any updates for 2026.

Venue: Siri Convention Hall, Shanbog Nagappa Layout, Bilekahalli, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Utsav Bangalore – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Mulki Sunder Ram Shetty Sabhangana, 9th Main Rd, Vijaya Bank Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

South Bangalore Cultural Association (SBCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Ramalingeshwara Cave Temple, Hulimavu, near Meenakshi Mall, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Uttarahalli Residents’ Cultural Association (URCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Shakthi Hill Resorts, BEML Layout, Off, Mysore Rd, Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Bongodhara Sarbajanin Durgoutsav – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

This puja turns 7 this year.

Venue: White Pearl Convention Centre, Belahalli Cross, Srinivaspur, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Poorva Bangalore Cultural Association (PBCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: SMV Convention Hall, XQ87+C94, Immadihalli, Whitefield, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Bengaluru Cultural Association (BCA Munnekollal) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I do not have any updates for 2026.

Venue: Government School, Munnekolala, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Durga Puja Committee Jalahalli East – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I do not have any updates for 2026.

Venue: Sarvamurthy Temple Air Force Station Jalahalli East, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Prabaasee Association – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Unfortunately, I do not have any updates for 2026.

Venue: Havyaka Bhavana, Near Malleshwaram Railway Station. 101/A, 11th Cross, 8th Main Rd, Malleshwaram, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Oikotan Hebbal Cultural Society – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: Beside Green Country Public School, Hebbal, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

BSK Seva Sangha Trust – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

This puja turns 10 this year.

Venue: Sapthapathi Souharda Party Hall, 80 Feet Rd, Seethe Circle, Giri Nagar, Near Vianayaka Hospital, Banashankari, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Electronic City Cultural Association (ECCA) – Kali Puja in Bengaluru in 2026

Venue: White Feather Convention Center, Hosur Road, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

I hope you will have a blast hopping from pandal to pandals, eating bhog, and offering pushpanjali during Kali Puja in Bangalore this year.

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Bengaluru is home to a large Bengali community and hosts Durga Puja celebrations across the city. But with pandals spread from Koramangala and Electronic City to Hebbal, Whitefield, Sarjapur Road, and Kengeri, deciding where to go can be confusing—especially when venues change every year. Here is your list of places to celebrate Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026.

Where can I see Durga Puja in Bangalore? Can I go for Durga Puja pandal hopping in Bangalore? Can I offer Pushpanjali and do a “boron” on Dashami in Bangalore? Where can I eat ‘bhog’? Will there be any cultural programmes or book stalls near the pandals? Will there be food stalls outside the pandals where we can eat quintessential Bengali street foods just like we do in West Bengal? I am non-Bengali; can I just experience Durga Puja in Bengaluru for the first time? I hear so many of them. This 2026 guide brings together 50+ Durga Puja pandals in Bangalore, organised area-wise, with my top 15 favourite Durga Puja pandals in Bangalore for visitors with limited time. I have included the latest venues, Google Maps, organiser information, and dates! Everything is verified.

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Durga Puja and Navratri: Different Traditions, Shared Devotion

Goddess Durga is worshipped in different forms and traditions in different parts of India.

Durga Puja coincides with Navratri, but the two have evolved through different regional customs. In many parts of India, Navratri is observed through fasting, vegetarian food, garba, dandiya, and the worship of different forms of the Goddess Durga over nine nights. Dussehra, the 10th day, celebrates Sri Ram defeating Ravan, the triumph of good over evil.

Bengalis call Goddess Durga Maa (mother) Durga and consider her a daughter. While she lives her happily ever after with Mahadev, her husband, and their children (Lakshmi, Saraswati, Kartik and Ganesh) on Mount Kailas, she visits her home with her children every year on Shasti, the 6th day of Navaratri. Before returning, she establishes good over evil on earth. We celebrate her victory over Mahishasur and make her promise, “aashe bochor abar hobe”, which translates to “come back next year”. Doesn’t it feel familiar to every family waiting for a daughter or loved one to come home?

Why Do Many Bengalis Eat Non-Vegetarian Food During Durga Puja?

This has been a recurring debate on social media. The reason is simple. When a daughter comes home, we can only celebrate! Durga Puja, like any other Shakti Puja, requires adherence to strict rules and zero tolerance for negligence. However, food customs vary among families and communities. It varies by family, community, and day of the festival. Some eat vegetarian food, observe specific restrictions, eat only traditional bhog offered to Devi Durga, and some even offer fish to Maa Durga. Families and friends from all economic, social, and even religious backgrounds come together, celebrate together, have festive meals including fish and meat, exchange gifts, and spend time with music and art. This is why food stalls selling biryani, fish fry, rolls, cutlets, and kebabs are common outside large pandals.

My Childhood Memories of Durga Puja

As children, my sister and I eagerly waited for Durga Puja every year. Our endless discussions revolved around how many new outfits we would receive, how many pandals we would visit, who would read the Durga Puja special children’s magazine first, and how long we could stay at our neighborhood puja pandal. Then we grew up. Work, responsibilities, and life took us, and many others like us, away from home.

Want to experience Bangalore’s most vibrant Ganesh Puja celebrations? Find the best places here!

Fortunately, living away from Bengal does not mean leaving Durga Puja behind. Bengaluru’s large Bengali community celebrates the festival across the city with traditional rituals, themed pandals, cultural programmes, and plenty of festive food. For those who miss home, it brings back familiar emotions; for everyone else, it offers a warm and colourful introduction to Bengali culture.

Some Useful Information

Before we start, here is some useful information for you.

How to get around during Durga Puja in Bangalore

Durga Puja pandals are spread across Bengaluru, making them difficult to cover by public transport. Haggling with autorickshaws for fare and route is extremely painful in Bengaluru. Driving your own vehicle is the most convenient option. However, keep in mind that parking spots may be located a little far and get full during peak hours, like Maha Astami evening for big pandals. Alternatively, consider booking an Ola or Uber rental when visiting several pandals in one day; individual rides may take an obnoxious amount of waiting time and fare.

Dates of Durga Puja 2026

This year, Durga Puja is from Saturday, 16th October 2026 to Tuesday, 21st October 2026.

• 16 October, Friday: Maha Sasthi
• 17 October, Saturday: Maha Saptami
• 18 October, Sunday: Maha Astami
• 19 October, Monday: Maha Astami
• 20 October, Tuesday: Maha Navami
• 21 October, Wednesday: Vijaya Dashami

In 2026, Sasthi spans two days, resulting in the main Saptami rituals falling on 18 October.

Top 15 Places to See Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

If you have limited time, but still want to enjoy Durga Puja in Bangalore to the fullest, you must visit these top 15 puja pandals.

• Sarathi Socio Cultural Trust, Koramangala
• Electronic City Cultural Association (ECCA), Electronic City
• Oikotan Hebbal Cultural Society, Hebbal
• Poorva Bangalore Cultural Association (PBCA), Whitefield
• Kanakpura Road Bengali Association (KARBA), Kanakpura Road
• Bengali In Bangalore (BinB), Bannerghatta Road
• Bengaluru Durga Puja Committee, Hebbal
• Jayamahal Sarbajanin Durga Puja, Jayamahal
• R T Nagar Sarbajanin Durga Puja Samiti, Palace Ground
• Socio-Cultural Association, Indira Nagar
• The Bengalee Association, Ulsoor
• Whitefield Cultural Association (WCA), Whitefield
• SORRBA, Sarjapur Road
• BARSHA, Sarjapur Road
• Jagriti Bangiyo Cultural Association (JBCA), KR Puram

50+ Places to go for Durga Puja Pandal Hopping in Bangalore in 2026

If you are up for a crazy pandal-hopping game, here is the list of 50+ Durga Puja pandals in Bangalore in 2026.

Places to see Durga Puja in South Bangalore

Places to see Durga Puja in Koramangala, Bengaluru in 2026

Koramangala is home to two of the biggest Durga Puja events in the city. These were my first encounters with Durga Puja in Bangalore back in 2013. During the Ashtami and Navami evenings, the crowd, traffic, and parking can really become a challenge. A few years back, we couldn’t enter the main Puja area on an Ashtami evening. So, plan accordingly.

1. Sarathi Socio-Cultural Trust – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Celebrating its 24rd year, it has a great lineup for its cultural events. It draws a huge crowd. So, you may want to visit it before evening. There is Anandamela (food festival) and a Dhaki competition on 15th Oct.

Venue: Mangala Kalyana Mantapa, Ganapathi Temple Rd, KHB Colony, 7th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

2. Kalyana Mantap Ground Durga Puja – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This Durga Puja pandal is just opposite the Sarathi Socio-Cultural Trust puja. It is held in a big ground.

Venue: Kalyana Mantap Ground, Ganapathi Temple Rd, 5th Block, Koramangala, Bengaluru
Location: here

3. Kolaj Durga Puja – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is at a walkable distance from the other two big Durga Puja pandals in Koramangala. Every year, they create artwork for pandal decorations.

Venue: Sri Krishna Temple Kalyan Mandapa, #137, 1st Cross,5th Block, Oppo Lazeez, Near Jyoti Nivas College, Koramangala, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja in and around Electronic City, Bengaluru in 2026

The IT hub of the country is known for some of the biggest Durga Puja events in Bangalore.

4. Electronic City Cultural Association (ECCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This one emerges as a winner in many categories in the Sharad Sanman events in Bangalore every year. We love going here.

Venue: White Feather Convention Center, Hosur Road, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

5. BARSHA – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

The Bengali Association for Sarjapur and HSR area residents organizes one of Bangalore’s largest Durga Pujas. It draws a huge crowd. Please keep in mind that this year, it has shifted to a new venue in Electronic City.

Venue: BARSHA Durga Puja Ground, South Avenue Grounds, 1/7, NICE Toll Gate, Behind Electronic City Metro Station, ( Entry from NICE Road Toll Junction, Konappana Agrahara, Electronic City, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

6. Electronic City Kali Bari Durga Puja – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Maa Durga’s metal idol is worshipped here. You can visit throughout the year. When we visited it on Nabami, a Baul singer was performing.

Venue: Kali Bari, Kapila Block, Sai Shakthi Layout, Bettadasanapura, E-city Phase 1, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

7. Rainbow Socio-Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

They have yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026.

Venue: PRAKRUTHI VILASA, Singena Agrahara, Bommasandra, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebok

8. Ganga Vertica Durga Puja – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This puja is organized by the Ganga Vertica Residential Society. But it is open to all for the five days of the puja.

Venue: Ganga Vertica, Neeladri Rd, Karuna Nagar, Electronics City Phase 1, Electronic City, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

9. Agrani Socio-Cultural Association (ASCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is one of the biggest Durga Puja celebrations in Bangalore. It turns 16 this year.

Venue: Sri Lakshmi Narayana & Ashta Lakshmi Temple, Near Ittina Neela Apartments, Electronic City, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

10. Trinayani Cultural Samiti – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: 178, 3A Cross Rd, Green House Layout, Doddathoguru, Electronic City Phase I, Electronic City, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja near Bannerghatta Main Road, Bengaluru in 2026

11. Bengali In Bangalore (BinB) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It used to be one of the grandest Durga Pujas in Bangalore pre-pandemic. The entire AIBACO ground in BTM used to be decorated for the puja celebration. There used to be a lot of food stalls and a fun fair. In 2022, it shifted to another location. Honestly, I feel it lost its charm. But in 2025, they moved again to its current location. Though I couldn’t get a chance to visit, I heard it was good.

Venue: Chandrodaya Convention Center, Dairy Circle, 2, Bannerghatta Rd, near Bengaluru, Bhavani Nagar, Hombegowda Nagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

12. Begur Bengali Cultural Association (BBCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is a large-scale puja. There will be food stalls and cultural events on all 4 days. There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct.

Venue: Milana Greens, 275/36/2, Mylasandra Rd, Suraksha Nagar, Yelenahalli, Begur, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

13. South Bangalore Cultural Association (SBCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This puja turns 30 this year. There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct.

Venue: Ramalingeshwara Cave Temple, Hulimavu, near Meenakshi Mall, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

14. KSUC Bangalore – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This is organised by Kodichikanahalli Sarbojanin Utsav Committee.

Venue: Siri Convention Hall, 60 feet road, Shanbhog Naggappa Layout, Sambhawa Naggapa Layout, Bilekahalli, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

15. Utsav Bangalore – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It starts from 15th Oct onwards.

Venue: Mulki Sunder Ram Shetty Sabhangana, 9th Main Rd, Vijaya Bank Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja in and around JP Nagar, Bengaluru in 2026

JP Nagar is one of the oldest residential areas in Bangalore. You will find a few Durga Puja celebrations in this area.

16. Anandadhaara Durga Puja – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It turns 15 this year.

Venue: 1st Block, 451, 11th B Cross Rd, Jeewan Sathi Colony, 1st Phase, J. P. Nagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

17. Sanskritik Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It turns 12 this year.

Venue: Elite Banquet Hall, Puttenhalli Road, KR Layout, JP Nagar Phase 6, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

18. Kanakpura Road Bengali Association (KARBA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This puja turns 15 this year. This is a very well-organized and well-decorated Durga Puja celebration in Bengaluru. This puja is one of our personal favourites.

Venue: Shankaraa Foundation, Doddakalsandra, Kanakpura Road, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

19. Uttarahalli Residents’ Cultural Association (URCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

They have yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026.

Venue: BRS Grandeur, 2nd Cross Rd, Vajarahalli Village, Bangalore City Municipal Corporation Layout, Bengaluru, Vajarahalli, Karnataka
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja in and around Kengeri, Bengaluru in 2026

20. EKTARA SOCIO-CULTURAL ORGANISATION – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Ektara Socio-Cultural Organisation has been organizing Kengeri Sarbojonin Durgotsav and Navratri. Their main attraction is the themed pandal. This puja is one of our personal favourites.

In 2024, we stumbled upon this hidden gem. The only high-concept theme puja in Bengaluru!!! The theme was “Durga – The Rising”. It showcased the plights of women of different ages, communities, and places, and how they try to fight back and demand justice. The idols were made in a tribal setup. The contrast that 2 young boys (representing Kartik and Ganesh) playing happily and 2 young girls (representing Lakshmi and Saraswati) being disturbed by a man while playing shows the sad reality of today’s world. Maa Durga was seen protecting her children. Sadly, there were just 10 more people when we visited it on Nabami afternoon. I understand the location is far from the center of the city. The theme and pandal decoration deserve a decent amount of footfall.

Unfortunately, they have yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026. Their social media page has not been updated since 2024.

Venue: Ektara Puja Ground, Kengeri, Near ACS College of Engineering, Opposite Provident Sunworth Apartment, Kengeri, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook, website

Places to see Durga Puja in and around Rajarajeshwari Nagar, Bengaluru in 2026

21. Aikatan Durgotsav – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Aikatan is a Bengali club and cultural association established in 1984. In 2024, their pandal was inspired by the Dakshineshwar Kali Temple.

Venue: Subhas Bhavan Ground, Ideal Homes, RR Nagar, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook, website

Places to see Durga Puja in North Bangalore

Places to see Durga Puja in and around Hebbal, Bengaluru in 2026

22. Bongodhara Sarbajanin Durgoutsav – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It turns 7 this year. There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct.

Venue: White Pearl Convention Centre, Belahalli Cross, Srinivaspur, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

23. Oikotan Hebbal Cultural Society – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is one of the biggest Durga Puja events in Bengaluru. Every year, they come up with unique themes. In 2024, their theme was Kashi Vishwanath Temple. In 2025, it was Bhagavad Gita. This year, the theme is Egypt. The renowned singer Rahul Dutta will be performing on 19th Oct, Maha Astami night, and Lopamudra Mitra on 20th Oct, Maha Nabami night.

Venue: EBISU Convention Center, Hegde Nagar Main Road, Jakkur Post, Chokkanahalli, Hegde Nagar Rd, opposite Regal Hospital, Balaji Layout, Chokkanahalli, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

24. Bengaluru Durga Puja Committee (BDPC) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

One of the biggest Durga Puja celebrations in Bengaluru. R T Nagar Sarbajanin Durga Puja Samiti, another big Durga Puja pandal in Bangalore, will be held at the same venue, but at a different gate (Gate 9). If you decide to visit this area, visit both.

Venue: Gate 6, Grand Castle, Palace Grounds, Bellary Rd, near Mekhri Circle, Armane Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

25. Harmony Cultural And Welfare Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

The renowned singer Lopamudra Mitra will be performing on the night of 18th Oct.

Venue: Harshodaya Convention Center, 19th Cross, MCECHS Layout, Near Thanisandra Main Road, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja near Yelahanka, Bengaluru in 2026

26. Vivekananda Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It turns 25 this year.

Venue: Nisarga Grounds, Yelahanka New Town, 5th Phase, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja near Majestic, Bengaluru in 2026

27. Jayamahal Sarbajanin Durga Puja – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

They will celebrate the 72nd-year Durga Puja this year.

Venue: Jayamahal Ladies Club Ground, Adjacent to Jayamahal Park, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

28. Prabaasee Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

They have yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026. Their social media page has not been updated since 2022.

Venue: The Canara Union, Building No. 42, 8th Main Rd, Mount Layout, Maruthi Extension Vinayaka Layout, Malleswaram, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

29. R T Nagar Sarbajanin Durga Puja Samiti – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is one of the biggest Durga Pujas in Bengaluru. It has a wide variety of food stalls. BDPC, another big Durga Puja pandal in Bangalore, will be held at the same venue, but at a different gate (Gate 6). If you decide to visit this area, visit both. There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct.

Venue: Palace Ground, Princess Green, Gate 9, Bellary Road, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja near Yeswanthpur, Bengaluru in 2026

30. Bangiyo Parishad – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: HMT Executive Club Premises, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

31. Anandamayee Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Unfortunately, they are yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026. Their social media page has not been updated since 2022.

Venue: Daivajana Vasudev Shet Kalyana Mantapa, Opposite Jalahalli Metro Station, Peenya, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

32. Durga Puja Committee Jalahalli East – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Sarvamurthy Temple, Air Force Station, Jalahalli East, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

33. North Bangalore Cultural Samiti (NBCS) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

The 49-year-old organization arranges Durga Puja inside a Kali Mandir in Malleswaram every year. They also arrange Kali Puja and Jagadhatri Puja.

Venue: Bangalore Kali Bari, FTI Colony, Nandini Layout, Opposite ISKCON, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook, instagram

Places to see Durga Puja in East Bangalore

Places to see Durga Puja near Indira Nagar, Bengaluru in 2026

Indira Nagar and its surroundings are home to The Bengali Association and Socio-Cultural Association, two of the top places for Durga Puja in Bangalore.

34. Socio-Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is celebrating the 58th year of Durga Puja. A must-visit during Durga Puja. There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct.

Venue: Sishu Griha Senior School Ground, beside Poornaprajna Education Centre, HAL 3rd Stage, New Tippasandra, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

35. The Bengalee Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This puja has been synonymous with Durga Puja in Bangalore since 1959. It is a must-visit on your pandal hopping list for Bangalore. There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct.

Venue: 1/a, Assaye Rd, Shivan Chetty Garden Post, Ulsoor, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

36. Bengaluru Sreehatta Sammelani – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: The Occasion Bangalore – Events Venue & Lawn, Sri Devi Anugraha, Anup Layout, Basi Reddy Garden KR Puram, Road, Hoodi, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

37. Kaggadasapura Bengali Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This puja turns 20 this year. The renowned singer Lopamudra Mitra will be performing on the night of 19th Oct.

Venue: V K Sports, No.155/3, Ground Floor, 5th Main, Malleshpalya, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja near Whitefield, Bengaluru in 2026

38. Whitefield Cultural Association (WCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is celebrating its 24th year of Durga Puja. This is one of the most famous Durga Pujas in Bangalore. The huge ground hosts a fair beside the puja pandal. Food stalls, rides, hawkers selling balloons, and toys won’t let you miss your hometown. The theme for 2026 is Sun Chariot. In 2024, they moved to this new venue. Honestly, I liked the old venue, Whitefield Inner Circle Ground, more.

Venue: behind MAHAVEER TRANQUIL, Palm Meadows, Nallurhalli, Whitefield, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

39. East Bengaluru Cultural Association (EBCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It turns 9 this year.

Venue: Sri Manjunatha Swamy Kalyana Mantapa, Sannatammanahalli, Katamnallur, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

40. Prestige Lakeside Habitat Bengali Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This puja is organized by the residents of Prestige Lakeside Habitat. But it is open to all for the five days of the puja.

Venue: Zephyr Clubhouse, Prestige Lakeside Habitat, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

41. Prestige Shantinketan Durga Puja Samiti – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This is quite huge considering a residential society organizes it. The ground is huge. Everything was well organized. We had Bhog on Maha Astami. Though it is open to all, the gates will be closed to non-residents if it gets crowded.

Venue: Prestige Shantiniketan, Whitefield, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

42. Udaan Socio Cultural Society – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Whitefield Convention Centre & Hotel, Opp. Nallur Halli Metro Station, 120, ITPL Main Rd, Vijayanagar, EPIP Zone, Whitefield, TTMC, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

43. Namma Ashram – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Namma Ashram, Nallurahalli Main Rd, Palm Meadows, Siddapura, Whitefield, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: instagram

44. Swayamsiddha Socio Cultural Women’s Trust – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Sumadhura Banquet Hall, 82/1, J.N Gardens Post Near Silver Oaks School Kannamangala, Goravigere, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

45. Poorva Bangalore Cultural Association (PBCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

One of our favorite pujas in Bangalore. This year, it is celebrating its 23rd year.

Venue: KARNATAKA TRADE PROMOTION ORGANISATION, Export Promotion Industrial Park Plot NO.121, Whitefield, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja in and around Outer Ring Road (ORR), Bengaluru in 2026

46. Sharbabharatiya Sylheti Forum – Sylheti Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: PSR Convention Centre, Bus Stop, behind Sulikunte, off Sarjapur Road, Sulikunte, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

47. Shree Jagannath Temple Trust – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Every year, they worship Maa Durga in their temple complex. They have yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026. 

Venue: Sri Jagannatha Swami Temple, Agara, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

48. Green Glen Layout Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Sobha Lakeview Club House, Bellandur, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

49. East Indian Social HSR Association (EISHA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This puja turns 11 this year. This is a pet-friendly puja. This year, the theme is inspired by the art of Jamini Roy. You can also watch a grand Chhau performance on 19th Oct from 7 pm onwards.

Venue: HSR BDA Complex, 12th Main Rd, Sector 6, HSR Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

50. Assam Society Of Bangalore – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

It is celebrating the 14th year of its Durga Puja celebration.

Venue: Freedom International School Ground, Near Outer Ring Road, HSR Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

51. KABYA – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Ground opposite Marathahalli Police Station, Kadubeesanahalli, Marathahalli – Sarjapur Outer Ring Rd, Kadubeesanahalli, Marathahalli, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

52. Kalinga Youth Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

This one starts on 17th Oct.

Venue: Adjacent to Incor Opulence, behind Gunjur Club, Gunjur Palya, Bengaluru, Karnataka
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

53. SORRBA – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

SORRBA organizes Durga Puja on a grand scale every year. Durga Puja pandal hopping in Bangalore isn’t complete without visiting this puja.

Venue: Samskruti Pavilion, Sulikunte, Sarjapur – Marathahalli Rd, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

54. Aarohan – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Ground adjacent to Assetz Marq, Seegehalli, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

55. Varthur Bengali Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: CSK Mall, Gunjur Palya, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

56. Sukriti Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: VMS Grandeur Convention Hall, Varthur – Sarjapur Rd, opposite to TISB School, Dommasandra, Bengaluru, Karnataka 562125
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

57. Bengaluru Cultural Association – BCA Munnekollal – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: Government School, Munnekolala, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

58. South East Bengaluru Bengali Association (SEBBA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: The White Housse, 4B, 14th Main Rd, next to BDA Complex, Sector 6, HSR Layout, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

59. Karnataka Adarsha Odia Association (KAO) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: KH & BMR Kalyana Mantapa, VQ6F+F7M, Sarjapur – Marathahalli Rd, Sree Narayana Nagar, Sompura, Sarjapura
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

Places to see Durga Puja near KR Puram/Mahadevpura, Bengaluru in 2026

60. Abhinandan Cultural Association – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct, 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm.

Venue: Silicon City College, KR Puram, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

61. Jagriti Bangiyo Cultural Association (JBCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

JBCA Puja is one of the biggest Durga Puja celebrations in Bengaluru. Every year, they come up with a beautiful pandal and a matri protima. There will be food stalls, rides, and shops. It is one of our favourite places to visit during Durga Puja in Bengaluru. This year, the main attraction is all-women Dhakis.

Venue: ITI Ground, beside Hanging Bridge, KR Puram, Bangalore
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

62. KR Puram Cultural And Welfare Trust – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

There is Anandamela (food festival) on 15th Oct, 7 pm onwards.

Venue: Sea College of Science, Commerce and Arts, Ayyapan Nagar Circle, Ekta Nagar, Devasandra Main Rd, Virgonagar, Krishnarajapuram, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

63. Tripura Mondoli Durga Puja – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

They have yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026.

Venue: Sainik Welfare Centre, Next to Ramamurthy Nagar Police Station, 2nd G Cross, Vijinapura, 16, 3rd D Main Rd, East of NGEF Layout, Dooravani Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560016
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

64. Horamavu Bengali Cultural Association (HBCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: #500, Kalkere Main Road, Next to Anjaneya Temple, Opposite Siddhi Decor World, Kalkere, Horamavu Post, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

65. Kithaganur Durga Puja Association (KDPA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

They have yet to announce any event details for Durga Puja in 2026.

Venue: Birla Open Minds International School, near LVS Gardenia, KR Puram, Kithaganur Main Rd, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

66. Aamantran Welfare – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: No. 42, Gowdara Narayanappa Garden, 5th Main Road, “Devasva”, Vinayaka Layout, KP Puram, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

67. Bengaluru Sylheti Cultural Association (BSCA) – Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026

Venue: SR Akshatha Palace, WP8Q+538, Varthuru, Dommasandra Main Road, opp. Gunjur Lake, Mavinkere, Bengaluru
Location: here
Official Website: facebook

If you love or are part of any Durga Puja in Bengaluru that I am not aware of or do not have enough information about, please feel free to drop a comment!

I hope you will have a blast hopping from pandals to pandals, gorging on those delicious foods outside the pandals during Durga Puja in Bangalore in 2026.

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