8ನೇ ವಾರ್ಷಿಕ ಯಕ್ಷೋತ್ಸವ 2026 | Yakshotsava 2026 at Ravindra Kalakshetra Bengaluru
Event Details
The 8th Annual Yakshotsava 2026 organized by Yakshashri Kalavrundha will be held at Ravindra Kalakshetra, Bengaluru. The day-long cultural celebration features traditional Yakshagana performances, music, dance, and vibrant Karnataka folk heritage.
The 8th Annual Yakshotsava 2026 is a grand cultural celebration dedicated to the rich heritage of Karnataka’s traditional Yakshagana art form. Organized by Yakshashri Kalavrundha, a well-known Bengaluru-based Yakshagana troupe, the event will take place at the prestigious Ravindra Kalakshetra on 30 May 2026.
This full-day festival will bring together talented Yakshagana artists, musicians, Bhagavatars, and performers who continue to preserve and promote the ancient storytelling tradition of coastal Karnataka. Visitors can witness colorful costumes, energetic dance movements, traditional percussion, mythological narratives, and immersive stage performances throughout the day.
Ravindra Kalakshetra, one of Bengaluru’s iconic cultural venues, has long been associated with theatre, classical arts, and Yakshagana programs, making it an ideal location for this annual Yakshotsava celebration.
The event is expected to attract Yakshagana enthusiasts, cultural lovers, students, families, and devotees from across Karnataka. Attendees can experience authentic Kannada cultural traditions while supporting local artists and traditional performing arts.
Highlights of the Event
- Traditional Yakshagana performances
- Mythological prasanga presentations
- Live Chende and Maddale music
- Cultural performances by renowned artists
- Family-friendly cultural festival atmosphere
- Celebration of Karnataka heritage and folk traditions