Durga Puja 2026 - Rome

Experience the grandeur of Durga Puja, the most significant festival for Bengalis worldwide! Join the Rome Bengali community for four magnificent days of devotion, culture, and celebration.

Four Days of Celebration:

Day 1 - Saptami (October 7)

• Morning: Mahasaptami Puja
• Evening: Cultural program inauguration
• Traditional dance performances
• Bengali folk music

Day 2 - Ashtami (October 8)

• Morning: Mahashtami Puja
• Noon: Kumari Puja
• Evening: Classical music concert
• Fashion show - Traditional Bengali attire
• Kids' cultural program

Day 3 - Navami (October 9)

• Morning: Mahanavami Puja
• Afternoon: Drama performance
• Evening: Grand cultural night with professional artists
• Bengali band performance
• DJ night

Day 4 - Dashami (October 10)

• Morning: Final prayers and Sindur Khela
• Afternoon: Immersion procession (Bishorjon)
• Evening: Farewell gathering

Dining:

• Bhog (Sacred food offering) daily at noon
• Traditional Bengali thali all four days
• Street food stalls (Fuchka, Jhalmuri, Chatpati)
• Sweets corner (Roshogolla, Sandesh, Mishti Doi)
• Chai and coffee available throughout

Cultural Highlights:

• Professional pandal decoration by artists from Bengal
• Traditional dhak (drum) and dhunuchi dance
• Daily cultural programs by community members
• Special performances by invited artists from Italy and Bangladesh
• Photography and selfie zones
• Shopping stalls with Bengali clothing and accessories

Dress Code:

• Traditional attire encouraged
• Sarees, salwar kameez, kurta pajama welcome

Entry:

• Free for all devotees
• Donations welcome for temple maintenance