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SUMMARY:Sharana Samskruthi Utsava
DESCRIPTION:The Sharana Samskruthi Utsava\, also associated with the Dasara celebrations of Central Karnataka\, is a major cultural event in Chitradurga. \nThe festival showcases the region’s literature\, music\, dance\, folk traditions and spiritual heritage. Programmes bring together artists\, scholars\, cultural groups and members of the public. \nThe festival generally extends over several days and is particularly significant because it connects the traditions of the Sharana movement with contemporary cultural activities. A publication from S.J.M. Vidyapeetha describes it as a significant Central Karnataka cultural event and notes its association with Dasara Mahotsava.
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LOCATION:Sharana Samskruthi Utsava\, Murugha Matha / Bruhan Mutt premises\, Chitradurga\, Chitradurga district\, India
CATEGORIES:Sharana Samskruthi Utsava
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260914T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260926T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T154949Z
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SUMMARY:Maha Ganapathi Festival
DESCRIPTION:The Hindu Maha Ganapathi celebration is one of the most visually spectacular Ganesh festivals associated with Chitradurga city. Large Ganesh idols\, decorated pandals\, cultural programmes and processions create a festive atmosphere throughout the city. \nThe celebrations culminate in a major Shobha Yatre and immersion procession\, attracting large crowds. Local reporting has described the Chitradurga Ganesh celebrations as a major annual event\, with extensive arrangements made for crowd management during the procession. \nFor 2026\, the main Ganesh Chaturthi falls on 14 September according to the Chitradurga-specific Hindu calendar.
URL:https://chitradurgadistrict.rifto.in/event/maha-ganapathi-festival/
LOCATION:Maha Ganapathi Festival\, Chitradurga city\, Chitradurga district\, India
CATEGORIES:Maha Ganapathi
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260515T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260515T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T161038Z
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SUMMARY:Ugadi Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:Ugadi marks the traditional New Year in Karnataka and is celebrated widely across Chitradurga. \nFamilies clean and decorate their homes\, prepare traditional dishes and participate in religious activities. Bevu-Bella\, symbolising the mixture of life’s sweet and bitter experiences\, is an important part of the celebration. \nCommunity and cultural organisations in Chitradurga also conduct Ugadi programmes featuring Kannada songs\, folk performances\, traditional dress and cultural presentations.
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LOCATION:Ugadi Celebrations\, Chitradurga city and throughout the district\, Chitradurga district\, India
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260227T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260305T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T154244Z
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SUMMARY:Nayakanahatti Jathra
DESCRIPTION:Nayakanahatti Jathra is one of the most important traditional religious fairs in Chitradurga district. It is associated with Sri Guru Thipperudraswamy\, a highly revered saint whose teachings and traditions have a strong influence in the region. \nThe festival attracts large numbers of devotees from Chitradurga and neighbouring districts. One of its major attractions is the large decorated wooden chariot\, which devotees participate in pulling. Alongside religious ceremonies\, the fair creates a lively atmosphere with temporary shops\, food stalls\, cultural activities and traditional gatherings. \nKarnataka Tourism notes that the Jathra is held every February or March and attracts thousands of devotees. Historical documentation of the fair has also recorded very large visitor numbers.
URL:https://chitradurgadistrict.rifto.in/event/nayakanahatti-jathra/
LOCATION:Nayakanahatti\, Challakere Taluk\, Nayakanahatti\, Challakere Taluk\, Chitradurga district\, India
CATEGORIES:Nayakanahatti Jathra
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260221T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260221T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T160628Z
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SUMMARY:Maha Shivaratri Celebrations
DESCRIPTION:Maha Shivaratri is an important religious occasion in Chitradurga because of the district’s numerous historic Shiva temples and strong Shaiva traditions. \nTemples conduct special pujas\, abhishekam\, devotional programmes\, night-long prayers and cultural/religious discourses. In 2026\, preparations and special programmes were reported across Chitradurga for Maha Shivaratri. \nImportant temples associated with the district’s religious heritage include Hidimbeshwara Temple\, Ekanatheshwari Temple and other historic shrines within and around Chitradurga Fort. The district administration notes that the fort itself contains several historic temples.
URL:https://chitradurgadistrict.rifto.in/event/maha-shivaratri-celebrations/
LOCATION:Maha Shivaratri Celebrations\, Chitradurga city and throughout the district\, Chitradurga district\, India
CATEGORIES:Maha Shivaratri Celebrations
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20260129T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20260204T170000
DTSTAMP:20260902T155226Z
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SUMMARY:Taralabalu Hunnime Mahotsava
DESCRIPTION:Taralabalu Hunnime is a prominent cultural and spiritual festival connected with Sri Taralabalu Jagadguru Brihanmatha\, Sirigere. \nThe festival combines spirituality with cultural and educational activities. Recent editions in Bharamasagara have included programmes and competitions related to Vachana literature\, agriculture and water conservation\, making the event particularly relevant to the social and cultural identity of the district. \nThe event is more than a religious gathering—it provides a platform for literature\, social awareness\, agriculture-related activities and cultural performances. \nHighlights: \n\nVachana literature programmes\nCultural competitions\nAgriculture activities\nWater-conservation awareness\nReligious programmes\nCommunity gatherings
URL:https://chitradurgadistrict.rifto.in/event/taralabalu-hunnime-mahotsava/
LOCATION:Sirigere / Bharamasagara\, Chitradurga district\, Sirigere / Bharamasagara\, Chitradurga district\, Chitradurga district\, India
CATEGORIES:Taralabalu Hunnime Mahotsava
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