Events

Mysuru is known for large-scale Yoga Day celebrations. The city hosted a major International Yoga Day event at Mysuru Palace, bringing together thousands of participants.

Independence Day is celebrated with flag hoisting by the District Collector, cultural performances by school students, parades, patriotic songs, and awards recognizing outstanding public service. Government departments and educational institutions participate in the celebrations.

Navaratri is celebrated with Golu displays, devotional music, temple festivals, and cultural performances. Ayudha Pooja and Vijayadashami mark the conclusion with vehicle, tool, and machinery worship.

Temples celebrate Krishna Jayanthi with devotional songs, bhajans, children's Krishna costume competitions, processions, and special prayers. Homes and temples are decorated with traditional footprints of Lord Krishna.

Large Ganesh idols are installed in public places and temples. Cultural programs, devotional music, and immersion processions are organized throughout the district.

Mysuru Dasara is the district's most famous annual cultural celebration. The 2026 festival is scheduled from 11 October to 21 October, with Jamboo Savari on 21 October. The celebrations include cultural programmes, exhibitions, music, sports, palace events and the grand elephant procession.