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Sharad Navratri / Durga Puja

Nine nights celebrating goddess Durga with prayers, fasting and cultural programs.

11
Oct
2026

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Sharad Navratri / Durga Puja - Nine Nights of the Goddess

The most significant Navratri celebration with elaborate Durga Puja pandals, cultural performances, garba nights, and Kali Puja across the UK.

The Divine Feminine Power

Sharad Navratri is the most celebrated of the four Navratris, dedicated to worshipping nine forms of Goddess Durga. In Bengal, it's celebrated as Durga Puja with elaborate pandals.

Nine Days of Worship

  • Days 1-3: Goddess Durga (Power and Energy)
  • Days 4-6: Goddess Lakshmi (Wealth and Prosperity)
  • Days 7-9: Goddess Saraswati (Knowledge and Wisdom)

Bengali Durga Puja Highlights

  • Elaborate Pandals: Artistic temporary shrines with grand Durga idols
  • Pushpanjali: Morning flower offering ceremony
  • Dhunuchi Nach: Traditional dance with incense burners
  • Bhog: Elaborate vegetarian feast offered to Goddess
  • Cultural Programs: Dance, music, and drama performances
  • Sindoor Khela: Married women play with vermillion
  • Vijayadashami: Grand immersion procession

Gujarati Navratri Celebrations

  • Daily Garba and Dandiya nights
  • Traditional folk music
  • Garba dance competitions
  • Best-dressed awards
  • Authentic Gujarati food court

Season Pass: £45 for all 9 nights

Single Entry: £8 per day

Event Details

Date & Time

Sunday, Oct 11, 2026
12:00 AM
Ends: Oct 19, 2026 at 12:00 AM

Location

Durga Temples and Community Pandals

Price

£8.00

Organizer

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