Kesari Raat 2026

Kesari Raat 2026 is a 10-night Navratri festival taking place from 10 to 19 October 2026 at Umiya Farm Party Plot on Sardar Patel Ring Road, Ahmedabad. The festival combines traditional Gujarati culture and devotion with live folk music, Garba, Dandiya Raas, food and festive entertainment. Kesari Raat

The celebration features a 1,10,000 sq. ft. Garba arena designed for large-scale dancing, with dedicated spaces for Garba, Mataji Chawk, performances, seating and food. Gates open at 8:00 PM, with Garba continuing through the night. Kesari Raat

Music & Performances

The festival features two headline acts across its 10 nights:

• Vaalam Band – Folk rock and contemporary Raas fusion, performing on 10, 12, 14, 16 and 18 October

• Dharam Gadhvi – Gujarati folk, Lok-Sahitya and Raas performances on 11, 13, 15, 17 and 19 October

Each night also features live musical sets, dhol accompaniment and Aarti. Kesari Raat

Key Highlights

• 10 consecutive nights of Navratri celebration

• Live Garba and Dandiya Raas

• Traditional Gujarati folk music

• Aarti and devotional performances

• 1,10,000 sq. ft. Garba ground

• Midnight Amdavadi Food Bazaar

• Jalebi-Fafda, Kadhi, Sev Khamani and other food options

• 360° selfie and photography zones

• Royal Kesari-themed décor

• Dedicated parking facility

• CCTV surveillance and security arrangements

• Family- and couple-friendly environment

The Midnight Amdavadi Food Bazaar offers traditional Gujarati snacks, beverages and street-food options throughout the night. The venue also features themed décor, photo installations and spacious areas for traditional Garba styles including Tran Taali, Dodhiyu and Dandiya Raas.

Pass Options

The official website lists single-night passes, a 10-night season pass, group passes for five people and a family & friends pack for 10 people. Passes provide access to the festival ground, live performances and food street, with additional benefits for group packages.

Date: 10–19 October 2026
Venue: Umiya Farm Party Plot, Sardar Patel Ring Road, Ahmedabad
Timings: 8:00 PM onwards until the last beat