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Looking for the best Durga Puja pandals in Mumbai in 2026? With beautifully decorated pandals, elaborate Durga idols, dhak beats, dhunuchi naach and traditional Bengali bhog, the city has plenty to offer during one of Bengal’s biggest festivals. Durga Puja, also known as Durgotsav, celebrates Goddess Durga’s victory over the demon Mahishasura, symbolising the triumph of good over evil.
Durga Puja 2026 begins on Friday, October 16 (Maha Shasthi), and concludes on Wednesday, October 21 (Bijoya Dashami). While Kolkata is synonymous with grand Pujo celebrations, Mumbai’s Bengali communities bring their own festive traditions to the city, with popular pandals across Powai, Juhu, Thane, Vashi and beyond. Expect devotional rituals, cultural performances, spectacular decorations and plates of Bengali delicacies, including bhog served at community celebrations.
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Whether you’re looking for Durga Puja pandals to visit in Mumbai, places to offer prayers, or the best spots for pandal-hopping with friends and family, this guide covers where to go, what to expect and how to make the most of Pujo 2026 in the city.
The best Pujo pandals in Mumbai this Durga Puja
North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Samiti
If there’s one Durga Puja celebration in Mumbai that actively attracts the spotlight, it's the North Bombay Sarbojanin Durga Samiti in Juhu. Known for its celebrity-studded celebrations and founded by filmmaker Padmashree Shasadhar Mukerji in 1948, the pandal draws devotees and celebrity watchers alike. Visitors can participate in daily aartis, pushpanjali, and other traditional rituals in the atmosphere surrounding the beautifully decorated idol of Goddess Durga.
Where: SNDT Campus, Juhu, Santacruz West
Nearest Stations: Vile Parle station on the Western/Harbour Line – a walkable distance of around 3-5 minutes. The closest Metro stop is Santacruz Metro Station, a 5–10 minute auto ride away.
Dates: Friday, October 16 to Tuesday, October 20
Bengal Club Shivaji Park
Bengal Club is one of the oldest Durga Puja celebrations in Mumbai. Established in 1922 and relocated to Shivaji Park in Dadar in 1936, it's been bringing the Bengali community together year after year. This year, the club will celebrate its 91st Durgotsav with its top-notch decorative pandals, grand aartis, and delicious food. You can find dhak drumming and cultural performances that bring the festive celebrations to life.
Where: Shivaji Park, Dadar West
Nearest Stations: Dadar station on the Western/Central Line – a 7–10 minute taxi ride away. The closest Metro stop is Dadar Metro Station, a 5–8 minute taxi ride away.
Dates: Thursday, October 15 to Wednesday, October 21
Lokhandwala Durgotsav
Founded by a small group of Bengali families in 1996, Lokhandwala Durgotsav has grown into one of the city’s most popular Durga Puja celebrations. Managed by singer Abhijeet Bhattacharya, the festival is known for its elaborate pandal designs sculpted each year by Art Director Bijon DasGupta, spirited dhak performances, traditional Bengali rituals, and generous bhog servings. Visitors can participate in the celebration through daily puja ceremonies and cultural festivities, among others.
Where: Lokhandwala Durga Puja Ground, Andheri West
Nearest Stations: Jogeshwari station on the Western/Harbour Line – an auto ride of 10-15 minutes. The closest Metro stop is Lower Oshiwara, a 5–7 minute auto ride away.
Dates: Thursday, October 15 to Wednesday, October 21
Navi Mumbai Bengali Association
Started in 1981, Navi Mumbai Bengali Association (NMBA) has been bringing a slice of Bengal to Vashi with its annual Durga Puja celebrations. This year will be its 47th year, packed with cultural programmes, including a performance by playback singer Rupankar Bagchi on Saptami (you can find the full 2026 schedule posted on their official social media). Additionally, the air-conditioned venue also features stalls selling Bengali sarees, handicrafts, jewellery, and Kolkata-style street-food favourites. And, undoubtedly, Pujo celebrations are incomplete without bhog, which will be served on select days.
Where: CIDCO Exhibition Centre, Vashi
Nearest Stations: Vashi Railway Station on Harbour Line – a walkable distance of around 5-8 minutes.
Dates: Friday, October 16 to Tuesday, October 20
New Bengal Club
If pandals with grand architectural replicas are your thing, then New Bengal Club in Thane deserves a spot on your pandal-hopping itinerary. The club has been organising Durga Puja for over two decades, and this year marks their 25th celebration. The attraction replica is Jaipur’s Hawa Mahal, bringing a piece of Rajasthan’s architectural heritage to the city. You can participate in the festive rituals and community celebrations while soaking up the incredible craftsmanship.
Where: Upvan Lake Ground, Thane West
Nearest Stations: Thane Railway Station on the Central Line – an auto ride of around 10-15 minutes.
Dates: Friday, October 16 to Wednesday, October 21
Spandan Powai Durgotsav
Spandan Foundation celebrates Durga Puja through socially conscious themes, Bengali traditions with art, community service, and culture. More than just a pandal visit, Spandan Foundation is also known for its philanthropic initiatives and inclusive community programmes, making this one more than just a Durga Puja pandal visit. You can visit the Hiranandani Garden venue to experience the devotional Pujo atmosphere with music, food, aartis and more.
Where: Spandan Pujo Grounds, Hiranandani Gardens, Powai
Nearest Stations: Vile Parle station on the Western/Harbour Line – a walkable distance of around 3-5 minutes. The closest Metro stop is Santacruz Metro Station, a 5–10 minute auto ride away.
Dates: Friday, October 16 to Wednesday, October 21