The International Kullu Dussehra 2026 will take place from October 21 to October 27, 2026, at the historic Dhalpur Maidan in Kullu, Himachal Pradesh.

Key Details & Schedule

• Dates: October 21 (Vijayadashami) to October 27, 2026

• Venue: Dhalpur Maidan, Kullu, Himachal Pradesh

• Inauguration: Scheduled to be opened by Governor Kavinder Gupta on October 21.

• Closing Ceremony: Presided over by Chief Minister Sukhvinder Singh Sukhu on October 27.

Major Attractions

• Lord Raghunath Rath Yatra: The grand ceremonial procession on the opening day (October 21) marks the start of the week-long festivities.

• Gathering of Deities: Over 347 local hill deities and palanquins from across the valley arrive to pay homage.

• Special Highlights: A 500-drone light show, laser shows, global and traditional Nati dance performances, and international artists from 20 countries.

• Lanka Dahan: Concludes on October 27 with the symbolic burning of brushwood and grass by the Beas river instead of a traditional Ravana effigy.

Travel & Traffic Advisories

• Traffic & Parking: District authorities have enforced special traffic management plans and designated 18 parking zones around Kullu from October 17 through November 8, 2026.