Bengaluru Hubba 2026 returns: Dates, events and what’s in store for the city

Bengaluru Hubba 2026 is back, transforming the city into a vibrant hub of art, music, and performances from January 16 to 25.

Published on: Jan 16, 2026, 11:19:14 IST

By Yamini C S

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After a quiet few months on the culture front, Namma Bengaluru is getting ready to celebrate again. The city’s much-loved festival, Bengaluru Hubba (BLR Hubba), is officially making a comeback, bringing music, art and performances to streets, parks and public spaces.

With over 250 events across 20 locations, this year’s festival promises a mix of international talent and local flair, offering a colourful start to the new year.

When is Bengaluru Hubba 2026?

The third edition of BLR Hubba will run from January 16 to January 25, 2026. This time, the festival has moved from its usual December slot to January, giving Bengalureans a colourful start to the new year.

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Why the date change?

Organisers, the UnboxingBLR Foundation, say January offers pleasant winter weather and helps kick off the year on a positive note. After the big success of the 2024 edition, this year’s festival is expected to be bigger, better and more thoughtfully planned, as per the Karnataka Tourism website.

What can you expect at BLR Hubba 2026?

BLR Hubba is not held in just one place. It is a city-wide festival, with events happening across Bengaluru.

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Here’s what makes this edition special:

– Big international names: World-famous guitarist Marty Friedman will perform this year.

– Lots of shows: Over 250 performances across more than 12 art forms, including music, dance, theatre, folk arts and literature.

– Global touch: Artists from Japan and Malaysia will also take part in events.

– Local flavour: Events like “Hubba in Your Park” and street performances will bring culture closer to neighbourhoods.

Where will the events happen?

More than 20 locations across the city will come alive during the festival.

Freedom Park: The main venue with large concerts and installations.
Heritage spots: Places like Panchavati (CV Raman’s home) and the NGEF Campus will host special events.
Metro stations: Expect music and art at Namma Metro stations around MG Road and Church Street, turning daily travel into a fun experience.

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Quick info for visitors

Dates: January 16 to 25, 2026

Main Venue: Freedom Park and multiple locations

Tickets: Expected soon on platforms like BookMyShow

Themes: “Hot Problems, Cool Solutions” and “Business-to-Leisure”.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Yamini C S
Yamini CS is a Senior Content Producer at Hindustan Times with nearly six years of experience in digital journalism. She is part of the India News desk, where she works on a wide range of stories cutting across civic issues, city-based developments, politics, governance, public policy, breaking news, trending topics, and international affairs that have an impact on India. Her role involves tracking fast-moving developments, verifying information from official and on-ground sources, and presenting news in a clear, accessible format for a digital-first audience. A significant part of her work includes handling live blogs during major news events, such as elections, court verdicts, political developments, civic disruptions, protests, weather-related alerts, and unfolding national or international incidents. Through live coverage, she focuses on timely updates to help readers follow complex stories as they evolve. Before moving to the broader India News desk, Yamini was associated with the Bengaluru desk at Hindustan Times, where she extensively covered urban governance, infrastructure, traffic and transport issues, weather events, public grievances, and civic administration in the city. This experience strengthened her grounding in city reporting and sharpened her focus on citizen-centric journalism. She began her career as a correspondent with Reuters after completing a postgraduate diploma in journalism from the Indian Institute of Journalism and New Media. Her early training instilled a strong emphasis on accuracy, sourcing, and news ethics, which continue to shape her reporting style. Outside of work, Yamini enjoys reading across genres, listening to music, and spending time with her family, which help her maintain balance in a fast-paced newsroom environment.Read More

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