Vijayadashami: Ravan Dahan and the victory of good
Dussehra 2026 in Canberra
was on Wednesday 21 October 2026
Dussehra, also written Dasara or Dasera, falls on Wednesday 21 October 2026. Vijayadashami: Ravan Dahan and the victory of good, celebrated in Canberra by temples, community associations and families across Australian Capital Territory. The listings here come from organisers and public announcements, and the page updates as programmes are published, so it is worth checking back closer to the date.
Nothing listed yet for Dussehra 2026 in Canberra
Organisers usually publish Dussehra programmes four to six weeks out. If you are running one in Canberra, list it and it will appear here.
Dussehra 2026 in other cities
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Where to celebrate in Australian Capital Territory
Temples across Australian Capital Territory that hold Dussehra programmes. Check each one for its own times.
Dussehra 2026 in Canberra: questions people ask
When is Dussehra 2026 in Canberra?
Wednesday 21 October 2026. was on Wednesday 21 October 2026. Community celebrations often fall on the nearest weekend, so check each event's own date.
Where can I celebrate Dussehra in Canberra?
Nothing is listed yet for 2026. Temples across Australian Capital Territory usually hold programmes, and this page updates as organisers publish theirs.
What is Dussehra?
Vijayadashami: Ravan Dahan and the victory of good. It is also written Dasara or Dasera.
Are Dussehra events on Chalo alcohol free?
Yes. Every event on Chalo is listed as alcohol free and family safe.
How do I list a Dussehra event in Canberra?
Create a free listing from the Create event button. It appears on this page once it is live.