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Delhi goes all out for Dussehra, and Ramlila is a big part of the celebrations. In the days leading up to the festival, venues across the capital stage performances from the Ramayana, building up to Ravan Dahan on Vijayadashami, when effigies of Ravana, Meghnath and Kumbhkaran are set alight. Many grounds also host melas, with food stalls, festive crowds and plenty happening beyond the main event.
You know the drill from childhood: trailing around the Ramlila ground, candyfloss or freshly roasted peanuts in hand, craning your neck to catch a glimpse of the Ravan effigy going up in flames. Well, there's no need to leave that memory in the past. This year, Dussehra falls on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and Delhi has plenty of places to relive the experience, whether you're after a grand Ramlila production or a neighbourhood mela with a good view of Ravan Dahan. Here are the best Ramlila grounds and places to watch Ravan Dahan in the capital. And this time, you might just get a view without having to stand on your tiptoes.
Ramlila Maidan | Old Delhi
Ramlila Maidan is one of Delhi’s best-known addresses for Dussehra, with a history of hosting the capital’s annual Ramlila stretching back to the 1930s. The celebrations here are organised by the Shri Ram Lila Committee, bringing the Ramayana to life through traditional stage performances before culminating in Ravan Dahan on Vijayadashami. Expect towering effigies, fireworks and crowds gathering for one of the city’s major Dussehra spectacles. The ground has also played a significant role in Delhi’s political history, making it a landmark that means far more to the capital than its annual festive proceedings.
Date and time: October 14–19, 2026, 7pm onwards
Address: Jawaharlal Nehru Marg, Asaf Ali Road, near Ajmere Gate
Nearest metro station: Delhi Gate, Violet Line
Tickets: Free
Luv Kush Ramlila | Red Fort Grounds
We're talking about a grand spectacle here. Staged against the historic Red Fort grounds, Luv Kush Ramlila is known for its large-scale production and dramatic storytelling...and also known for pulling such enormous crowds. The climax will bring the Ramayana's final battle to life before the effigies go up in flames – the the firecracker show that accompanies it. The venue will soon announce its chief guest, who'll surely be an A-lister from the worlds of film or politics.
Date and time: October 11–21, 2026, 6pm
Address: Luv Kush Park, Lal Qila, Delhi
Nearest metro station: Lal Qila, Violet Line
Entry: Free
Shri Ram Dharmik Leela Committee | East Delhi
This committee has been staging Ramlila for years in Delhi now, and this will be their 103rd time around. The Ramlila programme here builds towards the climactic Ram-Ravan battle, followed by effigy burning and fireworks. The committee's published 2026 schedule lists the final battle and Ravan Dahan at 5pm on October 20. There will also be Janak Bazar food, shopping stalls, and a family-friendly carnival.
Date and time: October 11–20, 2026, 5pm
Address: Ramlila Maidan, VVIP Park, Keshav Puram
Nearest metro station: Keshav Puram, Red Line
Tickets: Free
Dwarka Shri Ramlila Society | Sector 10, Dwarka
West Delhi residents, this one's worth a look. The society has announced a 221-foot Ravana effigy for its 2026 Dussehra celebrations, making it a headline attraction. Go especially if you're someone who loves a larger-than-life Ravan Dahan. The 15th annual Ramlila runs from October 11–20, with the final day's celebrations scheduled for Vijayadashami. Expect a large gathering, theatrical performances and a dramatic festival finale.
Date and time: October 11–20, 2026, 8pm onwards
Address: Sector 10 Ramlila Ground, near Muthoot Hospital
Nearest metro station: Dwarka Sector 10, Blue Line
Tickets: Free
Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra | Mandi House
Delhi’s Dussehra calendar wouldn’t be complete without a very theatrical Ramlila in the city's very own Broadway. Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra’s annual production, now 69 years old, traces Lord Rama’s journey from birth to coronation. The traditional dance-drama brings the Ramcharitmanas to the stage with handmade sets, fresh costumes and original verses. Expect LED visuals and Hindi and English translations on giant side screens, too, so you won’t miss any beat.
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Date and time: October 11- November 1, 2026, 6.30pm onwards
Address: Shriram Bharatiya Kala Kendra’s Open Air Theatre, Mandi House, New DelhiTickets:
Nearest metro station: Mandi House (blue and violet line)
Tickets: ₹500 onwards
Sagarpur Ramlila and Dussehra Mahotsav | South West Delhi
This is a neighbourhood mela, and one of the biggest of its kind in Delhi. If you prefer a local celebration with a singular main event, visit this one. The Sagarpur festival combines Ramlila with family attractions, food stalls, children's competitions and other community activities. It's a useful option for families who want to make an entire evening of it.
The organiser's 2026 schedule runs for ten days, with the final day's programme devoted to Ravan Vadh and the Dussehra celebrations.
Date and time: October 10–20, 2026
Address: DDA Ground, Sagarpur
Nearest metro station: Dashrathpuri, Magenta Line
Tickets: Free
Punjabi Bagh Ramlila Maidan | West Delhi
If you want to avoid the trek into Old Delhi for a proper Ravan dahan; Punjabi Bagh is the practical alternative. The local Ramlila ground is a place to check for community performances, festive stalls and the traditional Dussehra finale. This is a good option to investigate if you're travelling with children, as the crowds may be smaller than those at Ramlila Maidan and other such venues.
Date and time: October 10–20, 2026, 7pm onwards
Address: Ramlila Maidan, West Punjabi Bagh
Nearest metro station: Punjabi Bagh West, Pink Line
Tickets: Free