Siliguri, West Bengal | Sept 09: Praacheen Kala Kendra, a prominent institution dedicated to the promotion and preservation of Indian classical arts, is set to organise the Uttarbhanga Festival 2026 in Siliguri, West Bengal, celebrating the rich traditions of classical music, dance and fine arts.
The two-day festival will be held on October 5 and 6, 2026, with programmes beginning at 5:00 PM onwards each day. The festival will take place at Dinabandhu Manch, Sachin Sarkar Sarani Road, Siliguri – 734001, West Bengal.
The event also marks the opening of Praacheen Kala Kendra’s regional office at Ashutosh Mukherjee Road, Upstairs Bani Library, College Para, Siliguri, Darjeeling (W.B.), further strengthening the organisation’s presence in the region and its efforts to promote Indian cultural heritage.
The Uttarbhanga Festival is envisioned as a platform to bring audiences closer to India’s diverse artistic traditions through performances and presentations centred around classical music, dance and fine arts. The festival aims to encourage greater appreciation of India’s cultural legacy while providing a space for artistic expression and engagement.
Praacheen Kala Kendra has invited art enthusiasts, cultural organisations, students and members of the public to attend the festival and experience the celebrations.
Event Details:
Event: Uttarbhanga Festival 2026
Dates: October 5 & 6, 2026
Time: 5:00 PM onwards
Venue: Dinabandhu Manch, Sachin Sarkar Sarani Road, Siliguri – 734001, West Bengal
Organiser: Praacheen Kala Kendra
Focus: Classical Music | Dance | Fine Arts
Supported by: Ministry of Culture, Government of India
All are cordially invited to be part of the Uttarbhanga Festival 2026.
