Dubai’s Navratri 2026 celebrations are set to bring Garba, Dandiya, live music and cultural festivities to venues across the city. The upcoming confirmed events start on October 9 and continue through October 24, with tickets currently available for several events from AED 20.
Navratri 2026 begins on October 11 and continues through October 19, followed by Vijayadashami or Dussehra on October 20. Dubai’s event calendar, however, stretches beyond those dates, with several celebrations scheduled before and after the nine-day festival.
Here are the currently confirmed upcoming Navratri and Dandiya events in Dubai.
1. Dyine Dandiya Night 2026
October 9–11, 2026
Creek Park Dubai
8 pm–11 pm
From AED 25
Dyine Dandiya Night will open the main Dubai Garba season with three consecutive nights at Creek Park.
The event features live Gujarati performances by Pooja Parmar, Nandlal Chhanga and Parthi Vyas. Traditional attire is mandatory, and attendees can bring their own Dandiya sticks. Outside food and water are not permitted.
The current ticket listing shows admission from AED 25.
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2. Thangals Dandiya Nights 2026
October 9–19, 2026
Salah Aldeen Sports Club, Al Mamzar
10pm daily
From AED 25
For those looking to celebrate across multiple nights, Thangals Dandiya Nights will run from October 9 to October 19.
The event promises traditional Navratri music, dancing and community celebrations, making it one of the longest-running Dandiya events on Dubai’s 2026 calendar.
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3. Dandiya Raas 2026
October 10, 2026
Al Mamzar Beach Park
7 pm
From AED 60
Dandiya Raas 2026 will bring a live line-up to Al Mamzar Beach Park, featuring Preety & Pinky, Chetan Fefar and Durgesh Vaghela, supported by a 12-piece live band.
DJ Chandan and host RJ Urmin are also part of the programme. The event is listed as family-friendly, with tickets required for attendees aged nine and above.
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4. Dandiya Night 2026 – Ratri Before Navratri
October 10, 2026
Woodlem Park School Dubai, Al Qusais
6:30 pm–11 pm
AED 35
Riveara – The Elite Events will host Rang Ratri Season 4 at Woodlem Park School Dubai.
The evening will feature Garba, Dandiya, live entertainment, festive shopping and food. Current eTicketing information lists general admission at AED 35.
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5. Garba Dandiya Night 2026
October 11, 2026
Zabeel Park Amphitheatre
Doors 6:30pm, show 7pm
From AED 20
Zabeel Park will host Garba Dandiya Night on October 11, giving residents a chance to celebrate Navratri with live music, dancing and food stalls.
The event listing currently shows tickets from AED 20. However, the event ticket does not include separate Zabeel Park entry.
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6. Parajiya Soni Events Present Navratri 2026
October 11–20, 2026
ISD Sports Academy, Dubai Sports City
Doors open at 8:30pm
From AED 50
Parajiya Soni Events will host a multi-day Navratri celebration at Dubai Sports City, with Garba, music and traditional festivities.
The current ticket listing confirms the event dates as October 11 through October 20, with admission starting at AED 50.
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7. Navratri Utsav 2026
October 16–17, 2026
Zabeel Park Amphitheatre
Doors 7pm, show 7:30pm
From AED 20
Navratri Utsav will return to Zabeel Park for two nights of Garba, Dandiya, live music and festive food.
The official Visit Dubai listing confirms the October 16–17 dates and lists tickets from AED 20 to AED 100. The current Platinumlist listing also confirms tickets from AED 20.
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8. Disco Dandiya – Season 3
October 16–17, 2026
Radisson Blu Dubai Deira Creek
Doors 7:30pm, show 8pm
AED 65
Disco Dandiya will bring a more contemporary spin to Navratri celebrations with DJ Sarpanch, live dhol, Bollywood music, Garba and Dandiya.
LED Dandiya sticks and food stalls will also be available at the venue. Tickets are currently AED 65 per person.
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9. Dusshera Mela and Garba Dandiya Ras 2026
October 17, 2026
Amity School, Al Qusais
5pm–midnight
From AED 30
This festive evening will combine Garba and Dandiya with live entertainment, food, shopping and family activities.
The current listing shows Silver tickets from AED 30, Gold from AED 45 and VIP from AED 75.
10. D3 – Dubai Dandiya Dil Se
October 17, 2026
Bright Riders School Dubai
Doors 7pm, show 7:30pm
From AED 50
D3 – Dubai Dandiya Dil Se is another family-focused Navratri celebration taking place on October 17.
The event will feature traditional Garba and Dandiya, DJ music, festive entertainment and food stalls. The current listing says children aged 0–12 can enter free, while admission for those above 12 starts at AED 50.
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11. Falguni Pathak Live in Dubai
October 24, 2026
Zabeel Park Amphitheatre
Doors 6 pm, show 7:30 pm
From AED 60
Falguni Pathak will close Dubai’s 2026 Garba season with a live performance at Zabeel Park Amphitheatre.
The current Platinumlist listing shows tickets from AED 60 and marks the event as selling fast. The event is scheduled for October 24, several days after Dussehra.
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What should you know before booking Dubai’s Navratri events?
Anyone planning to attend should check the individual ticket terms before travelling. Several events take place inside Dubai parks, where park admission may be separate from the event ticket.
For example, both Garba Dandiya Night and Navratri Utsav at Zabeel Park clearly state that the event ticket does not include park entry.
Ticket prices can also change as ticket categories sell out, so the prices above should be treated as the current starting prices listed at the time of checking on October 5, 2026.
Why do Dubai’s Navratri events start before October 11?
Dubai’s Garba and Dandiya season does not strictly follow the nine official Navratri dates. Organisers schedule additional celebrations around weekends and venue availability.
That is why events such as Dyine Dandiya Night and Thangals Dandiya Nights begin on October 9, while Falguni Pathak’s concert takes place after Dussehra on October 24.
FAQs
When does Navratri 2026 start in Dubai?
Sharad Navratri begins on October 11, 2026, and continues through October 19. Dussehra or Vijayadashami falls on October 20.
What are the cheapest confirmed Navratri events in Dubai?
Current listings show Garba Dandiya Night and Navratri Utsav from AED 20, while Dyine Dandiya Night and Thangals Dandiya Nights start from AED 25.
Which Dubai Navratri events have tickets available?
The events listed above currently have live ticket or booking pages. Availability and prices can change as individual ticket categories sell out.
Where can families go for Garba in Dubai?
Family-friendly options include Dyine Dandiya Night, Dandiya Raas, Dandiya Night at Woodlem Park School, Navratri Utsav and D3 – Dubai Dandiya Dil Se. Check the age rules on the individual ticket page before booking.
Is Falguni Pathak performing in Dubai in 2026?
Yes. Falguni Pathak is scheduled to perform at Zabeel Park Amphitheatre on October 24, 2026. The current listing shows tickets from AED 60 and says the event is selling fast.
Dubai’s 2026 Navratri calendar has a strong mix of community Garba nights, Dandiya celebrations and live performances. The confirmed upcoming events currently run from October 9 to October 24, with options across Creek Park, Al Mamzar, Zabeel Park, Al Qusais, Dubai Sports City and other parts of the city.
Since ticket prices and availability can change, it is best to use the booking links above to check the latest ticket category before heading to an event.
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