When Is Dussehra 2026 In Australia? – Know Everything Here

Renu Dahiya posted on Friday, Oct 20th, 2023

Australia, known for its multiculturalism, welcomes a diverse range of communities from around the world. Among them, the Indian community in Australia maintains its rich traditions and celebrates its cultural heritage with great zeal.

Dussehra, a significant Hindu festival, is one such occasion that brings Indians together in Australia, providing a sense of connection to their homeland, India. Check out the details of Dussehra 2026 in Australia, highlighting its significance, celebrations, Muhurat & more.

Dussehra 2026 Date & Timings In Australia

Dussehra is celebrated on the 10th day of the bright half of the lunar month of Ashwin. In 2026, Dussehra will be celebrated in Australia on Thursday, 2nd October after Navratri 2026. Here are the details regarding Dussehra 2026 Muhurat & timings – 

History Of Dussehra

In North India, it’s the epic battle of Lord Rama against Ravana, symbolizing the victory of good over evil. In the south, Mysore dazzles with lights as Goddess Chamundeshwari defeats Mahishasur, another demon, celebrating the same theme.

Other regions honour Goddess Durga’s conquest of Mahishasur during the nine-day Navaratri festival, followed by her immersion, marking her return to the divine world after establishing righteousness on Earth. These diverse stories remind us that Dussehra is a festival of courage, righteousness, and the ultimate victory of light over darkness.

Dussehra paves the way for the start of Diwali 2026 preparations, which falls just twenty days later. Diwali, one of the most celebrated festivals, honours Lord Rama’s return home after defeating Ravana, and it’s all about spreading light and joy in our lives.

Dussehra/Vijayadashami Celebrations In India

Dussehra is a festival of vibrant traditions and celebrations. People enact Lord Ram’s life story through the lively Ramleela, a theatrical performance.

At night, massive effigies of the demon king Ravan are filled with firecrackers and set ablaze on open grounds, lighting up the sky. In some celebrations, effigies of Ravan’s allies, Meghnad and Kumbhkaran, join the fiery spectacle. 

Gujarat adds its unique flavour with the Garba, a popular folk dance performed during Navratri and Dussehra. People adorn traditional attire and revel in the festivities. So, get your flights to Gujarat booked today to enjoy this vibrant celebration. Check out the most popular routes below – 

• Flights to Ahmedabad

West Bengal has its special way of marking Dussehra by immersing the idol of Goddess Durga in the river, bidding her a ceremonious farewell called Visarjan. Reserve your flights to West Bengal and take part in the Pooja of Goddess Durga. Here are the famous routes you can consider – 

• Australia to Kolkata Flights

South India embraces the idols of Goddesses Durga, Lakshmi, and Saraswati, bringing them home. Married women visit each other, exchanging gifts such as coconuts and betel nuts, and sing hymns to honour these three powerful forms of the goddesses Saraswati, Lakshmi, and Durga.

Reserve your flights to South India today to enjoy these diverse rituals and celebrations that make Dussehra a rich tapestry of cultural expressions. You can consider taking these popular routes – 

• Flights to Chennai
• Flights to Trivandrum
• Flights to Cochin
• Flights to Hyderabad
• Flights to Bangalore

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