GURUGRAM — As the Millennium City continues its rapid urban and economic expansion, its cultural footprint is set to expand in tandem with the return of the Gurugram Festival for its third consecutive year. Scheduled from November 27 to November 29, 2026, at Epicentre, Apparel House, the three-day cultural extravaganza aims to weave classical arts deeply into the daily fabric of the city.
Founded in 2024 by Vikram Dutta, the festival was built on the philosophy that a city’s true identity is measured just as much by its cultural offerings as by its commercial infrastructure.
Celebrating Maestros and Emerging Talent
The 2026 edition opens on November 27 with a grand tribute honoring the enduring legacy of Bharat Ratna Dr. Bhupen Hazarika. A premier highlight of Season 3 is the introduction of the Young Master Series, a newly minted platform designed to spotlight rising classical talents alongside legendary practitioners to bridge generational gaps.
The lineup features an impressive roster of celebrated artists and cultural figures, including:
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Eminent Maestros: Padma Shri Pandit Ulhas Kashalkar, Padma Shri Pandit Tarun Bhattacharya, and Taal Yogi Suresh Talwalkar.
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Acclaimed Performers: Sangeet Natak Akademi awardee Priyadarshini Govind, Pandit Debojyoti Bose, Pandit Vinod Lele, Pandit Harish Tiwari, Mehtab Ali Niazi, Sneha Chatterjee, and accompanying artist Pandit Dharamnath Mishra.
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Vocal & Instrumental Duets: Performances led by the Kashyap Bandhu (Dr. Prabhakar Kashyap and Dr. Diwakar Kashyap), Vinay Mishra, Hrishikesh Mazumder, Isshan Ghosh, Amaan Hussain, Sarwar Hussain Khan, and Jotirmoy Roy.
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Literature & Ideas: Noted author Santosh Desai, driving cross-disciplinary dialogues and cultural exchanges.
Beyond stage performances, Season 3 features interactive workshops, masterclasses, and community outreach initiatives intended to make classical traditions accessible to broader audiences.
