Tumakuru Dasara from Oct 11–21; Helicopter Rides, Drone Show and Light & Sound Fountain Planned
Tumakuru Dasara 2026 will run from October 11 to 21, with preparations underway for several major attractions.
Tumakuru: Dates have been fixed for Tumakuru Dasara 2026, with celebrations planned from October 11 to 21 featuring religious, cultural and entertainment programmes.
A preparatory meeting chaired by Deputy Chief Minister and Tumakuru district in-charge minister Dr G Parameshwara discussed plans to make this year's festival more elaborate.
Logo launch planned for September 15
The official Tumakuru Dasara 2026 logo is planned to be unveiled on September 15.
Helicopter rides and proposed drone show
Plans include helicopter rides, torchlight parade, flower show, exhibition, Yuva Dasara, Mahila Dasara and cultural programmes. Organisers are also working on a drone show.
Light & Sound Fountain at Amanikere
A permanent large Light & Sound Fountain at Amanikere is among the proposals discussed. Decorative lighting across key city areas and free buses for visitors to view the illumination are also planned.
Focus on local artists
The festival aims to provide a major platform for local artists, young people and children. Parameshwara said 5,343 local artists were given opportunities last year.
Tumakuru Live Update: This report will be updated when the complete official programme and artist schedule are released.
