Festivals

Dussehra (Vijayadashami)Dussehra is celebrated as an important Hindu festival with prayers, cultural activities and community gatherings across the district. In 2026, Vijayadashami is observed on October 20.

Ladle Mashak Ansari UrsThe annual Urs at the Ladle Mashak Ansari Dargah in Aland, Kalaburagi District, brings together devotees for religious and cultural programmes. The 671st annual Urs was held on September 22–23, 2026, including a traditional Jashn-e-Chiraghan and Qawwali programme.

Khwaja Bande Nawaz UrsA major Sufi religious gathering at the Khwaja Bande Nawaz Dargah in Kalaburagi, featuring prayers, religious programmes and cultural activities. The festival reflects the city’s long-standing Sufi heritage.

Sharana Basaveshwara JatraOne of Kalaburagi’s major annual religious festivals, held at the Sharana Basaveshwara Temple. The colourful Rathotsava attracts large numbers of devotees and visitors. In 2026, the 204th Jatra Mahotsava was held on March 7–8.