Mysuru Dasara 2026: dates, tips & budget

Name: Mysuru Dasara
Start: 2026-10-11
End: 2026-10-21
Location: Mysuru, Karnataka

Ten days of celebrations with the illuminated Mysore Palace and the grand Jamboo Savari procession on the final day.

Happening now11–21 Oct 2026Confirmed dates

Endsin 8 daysMysuru, Karnataka

UsuallySeptember or October (ten days of Navratri, ending on Vijayadashami)

What it is

Mysuru Dasara is Karnataka's state festival. The Mysore Palace is lit with nearly 100,000 bulbs in the evenings, there are cultural programmes and a big exhibition, and the festival ends with the Jamboo Savari elephant procession (21 October in 2026).

Tips for going on a budget

Palace illumination is usually in the evening; check the official schedule for timings.
Book Mysuru hotels early or stay in Bengaluru and take the train.
Gold card passes give access to reserved viewing areas.

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Dates checked 2026-10-12. Always confirm on the official source: Mysuru Dasara official.

Mysuru Dasara 2026: dates, tips & budget

What it is

Tips for going on a budget

Plan your trip

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