Mysuru Dasara 2026 – Day-by-Day Program Schedule
Mysuru Dasara 2026
Festival Dates: 11 October 2026 (Sunday) – 21 October 2026 (Wednesday)
Day 1 – 11 October 2026 (Sunday)
Dasara Inauguration
- Official inauguration at Chamundi Hill
- Special pooja to Goddess Chamundeshwari
- Beginning of cultural programs across Mysuru
- Palace illumination commences
Day 2 – 12 October 2026 (Monday)
Brahmacharini Pooja
- Religious ceremonies and devotional programs
- Cultural performances at various venues
- Evening palace illumination
Day 3 – 13 October 2026 (Tuesday)
Chandraghanta Pooja
- Traditional worship and rituals
- Music, dance, and cultural events
Day 4 – 14 October 2026 (Wednesday)
Kushmanda Pooja
- Special poojas and temple activities
- Folk art and cultural performances
Day 5 – 15 October 2026 (Thursday)
Skanda Mata Pooja
- Religious observances
- Dasara exhibition and entertainment events
Day 6 – 16 October 2026 (Friday)
Katyayani Pooja
- Devotional programs
- Cultural and community celebrations
Day 7 – 17 October 2026 (Saturday)
Siddhidhatri Pooja
- Temple rituals and special prayers
- Evening cultural programs
Day 8 – 18 October 2026 (Sunday)
Saraswati Pooja & Mahishasura Samhara Observance
- Worship of Goddess Saraswati
- Educational and cultural celebrations
- Palace illumination and special performances
Day 9 – 19 October 2026 (Monday)
Durga Ashtami
- Special Durga poojas
- Spiritual and cultural activities throughout the city
Day 10 – 20 October 2026 (Tuesday)
Maha Navami & Ayudha Pooja
- Ayudha Pooja ceremonies
- Gaja Pooja (Elephant Worship)
- Ashwa Pooja (Horse Worship)
- Hayagreeva Pooja
- Preparations for Vijayadashami celebrations
Day 11 – 21 October 2026 (Wednesday)
Vijayadashami – Grand Finale
- Nandi Dhwaja Pooja
- Traditional ceremonies at Mysore Palace
- Grand Jamboo Savari Procession
- Torchlight Parade at Bannimantap
- Closing ceremony of Mysuru Dasara 2026
Major Attractions During Dasara
- Mysore Palace Illumination
- Dasara Exhibition
- Yuva Dasara Events
- Food Festival
- Cultural Programs & Folk Performances
- Traditional Wrestling Competitions
- Heritage and Tourism Activities
- Special Temple Celebrations
Best Days to Visit
For visitors wishing to experience the grandest celebrations, the period from 18 October to 21 October 2026 offers the most vibrant atmosphere, including palace illumination, cultural events, the Jamboo Savari procession, and the Torchlight Parade.
Disclaimer: This article is intended for informational purposes only. Event schedules, timings, venues, and programs are subject to change based on official announcements and administrative decisions. Please check the latest updates from the Mysuru Dasara authorities before attending any event.