23rd September, 2017

Feel Proud Bangaloreans: Here's How Bangalore Is Outshining Even Gujarat This Dandiya!

Dusshera in Gujarat is known for its amazing Dandiya festivals and Kolkata for the massive Pandals they have for Pujo, and you are completely mistaken if you feel Bangalore doesn’t add much to the grand Navratri festivity which covers the entire nation.  

From the outside, the Dussehra buzz in Bangalore might be hard felt, but with so much happening in the nightlife space in the city, you will hardly get the Dussehra blues staying thousands of miles away from all the action. With so many Dandiya performances, Garba nights, Live Pandals presented in an uber cool and urban attire, Bangalore is surely giving the otherwise famous cities famous for Dussehra a run for their money.  

Look no beyond folks! Here is a list of 5 handpicked events and experiences happening in the city which can brighten up your festive mood the way you have always wanted.


#1. Dhol Baje Dandiya Night

When: 29 September
Where: Hilton, Domlur

This one is modern urban clubbing blended beautifully with the all-time classic dandiya night. This is the kind of madness which is being brought to Bangalore this time. From deafening dhols to foot-tapping Bollywood numbers to Garbas to Dandiya, the night has it all.

The power packed event is happening at the mind-blowing 5-star venues – Hilton, to make sure your insane party happens in sheer style. The drinks for the ladies are on the venue, Bangalore never had this before. Get high with the dhols, unlimited alcohol, and lip-smacking food. This is something that you will cherish in the years to come.

Get your passes here!


#2. Durga Puja Pandals

The true essence of Navratri lies in visiting the Pandals and soaking in festivity in its purest form. In Bangalore you can find gorgeous Pandals set up in places like White Feather in Electronic City, Siddharth Convention Center in HSR Layout, Inner Circle Grounds in Whitefield, Bapu Composite College in Yeshwanthpur and K B Kalyan Mantap, Sarjapur. Just take a stroll on the road and hit any of these places for some mesmerizing sights. 


#3. Open-Air Garba Night with Punjabi Tadka

When: 30th September
Where: Pablo’s Gastrobar

A big shout out for all the Gujaratis and Punjabis in Bangalore because this one is dedicated to you guys and everyone else who can't stop tapping their feet to Bhangra beats. 

Don't worry if  Dil le gayi Gujarat Di, just Chak De Phatte Bangalore because we are going to pump in adrenaline in your body with the most exciting news you could possibly hear this week.

This is the first time it's ever happening, a Garba night with a Punjabi Tadka, and who knows what one might be in for. Grab onto the dandiya sticks dance to the unbeatable Dhol beats all night long.  

Get your passes here!


#4. Dandiya Utsav 2017

When: 30 September
Where: Royal Orchid, Old Airport Road

Royal Orchid is an opulent venue, which will leave no stone unturned to make the dandiya party memorable. To keep you filled with energy and vigor there will be Live Dhol, Dual Dance Floor and mind-blowing Audio Visuals. Also, you will get to enjoy great food from multiple food stalls, ensuring you don't get exhausted by the foot thumping mixes of the talented DJs.

Get your passes here!


#5. Disco Dandiya Night 2017 – DJ Hassan

When: 29 September
Where: The Gateway Hotel, Residency Road

Disco Dandiya happening at the beautiful 5-star venue by Taj – The Gateway Hotel, is one of the most awaited music festivals this season. With the king of Bollywood music – DJ Hassan, playing the best of Dandiya dance numbers, you will be hooked to the dance floor all night long. The grand musical experience will also have 5 other phenomenal DJs and live Dhol to rock the evening.

There will be complimentary Dandiya sticks to make your Garba experience a truly magical one.

Get your passes here!


Probably by now, you know where you will be headed to with your friends and family to get the best out of this Dussehra in Bangalore.

by Vaibhav Lal