19th Year Ganesha Festival Celebration – 2026

19TH YEAR GANESHA FESTIVAL

SHREEBALAGANESHAYUVAKARA SANGHA

Festival Dates14th – 16th September 2026
Celebration VenueNekar Colony, 1st Cross, Hosapete, Vijayanagara

Ganapati Bappa Morya!

Experience the divine bliss, vibrant cultural grandeur, maha annadanam, and joyous community unity as we celebrate 19 glorious years.

19 Years TraditionMaha Annadanam (Free Prasada)Grand Visarjana Shobhayatra
Adorable 3D Bal Ganesha with golden crown, modak, blessing pose and Mooshika mouse
Shree Bal Ganesha
Divine Blessings

THE CELEBRATION BEGINS IN

Counting down to the auspicious arrival of Lord Bal Ganesha on Monday, 14th September 2026 at 9:00 AM.

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Our Sacred Journey & Legacy

19 Years of Faith, Unity & Celebration

For 19 years, Shreebala Ganesha Yuvakara Sangha has celebrated Lord Ganesha with unwavering devotion, youth leadership, generous community service, and radiant cultural activities in the historic city of Hosapete.

3D Bal Ganesha seated on Lotus with sacred scriptures and diyas
Vighnaharta Bal Ganesha 2007 – 2026

A Grand Heritage of Brotherhood & Devotion

Founded in 2007 by enthusiastic, service-minded youth of Nekar Colony, 1st Cross, Hosapete, Shreebala Ganesha Yuvakara Sangha was born with a singular noble vision: to foster brotherhood, celebrate our sacred spiritual heritage, and transform the annual Ganeshotsava into a beacon of hope, charity, and communal harmony.

Today, entering its landmark 19th year in 2026, the celebration stands as one of the most anticipated and cherished family-friendly festivals in the Vijayanagara district.

Bhakti & Tradition

Strict adherence to traditional Vedic rituals, daily Maha Mangalarathi, and reverent pujas upholding our timeless Sanatana values.

Youth & Community Unity

Empowering the vibrant youth of Nekar Colony and Hosapete to unite together across generations in service of society.

Maha Annadanam Seva

Serving sanctified, delicious hot prasadam to thousands of devotees, families, and underprivileged brothers and sisters.

Cultural & Arts Heritage

Providing a radiant platform for local folk artists, classical dancers, bhajan mandalis, and talented youth to perform.

19th
Glorious Year
2007 – 2026 Celebration
10,000+
Blessed Devotees
Visiting Every Festival
100+
Youth Volunteers
Serving Round-the-Clock
3 Days
Grand Mahotsava
Non-stop Celebrations
Key Festivities

Festival Highlights

Six magnificent celebrations featuring adorable 3D Bal Ganesha cartoon character poses, creating unforgettable memories for the entire family.

Grand Ganesha Arrival
Day 1 • Morning
9:00 AM onwards
14 September 2026

Grand Ganesha Arrival

Auspicious Sthapana & Welcome

Welcoming our beloved Bal Ganesha to Nekar Colony with Vedic chants, traditional nadaswaram, flower shower, and grand Pranaprathistha pooja.

Nekar Colony MandapDetails
Annadanam (Maha Prasada)
Day 2 • Afternoon
12:00 PM onwards
15 September 2026

Annadanam (Maha Prasada)

Sacred Community Feast

Maha Annadanam serving sanctified, delicious meals on traditional banana leaves to thousands of visiting devotees with love and devotion.

Nekar Colony MandapDetails
Special Evening Program
Day 2 • Evening
5:00 PM onwards
15 September 2026

Special Evening Program

Devotional Bhajans & Dance

A radiant cultural spectacle with classical Bharatanatyam, live devotional musical ensembles, youth performances, and divine Aarti.

Nekar Colony MandapDetails
Prize Distribution
Day 3 • Afternoon
4:00 PM onwards
16 September 2026

Prize Distribution

Youth Talent & Sports Honors

Honoring local youth, students, and children who competed in drawing, devotional singing, rangoli, and sports tournaments.

Nekar Colony MandapDetails
Auction Program
Day 3 • Evening
6:00 PM onwards
16 September 2026

Auction Program

Auspicious Maha Laddu Bidding

The prestigious high-energy auction of the consecrated giant Maha Laddu and auspicious silver puja offerings.

Nekar Colony MandapDetails
Grand Ganesha Visarjana
Day 3 • Grand Finale
8:00 PM onwards
16 September 2026

Grand Ganesha Visarjana

Triumphant Farewell Shobhayatra

A magnificent night procession across Hosapete with thunderous Nashik dhol tasha, vibrant colors, fireworks, and water immersion.

Nekar Colony MandapDetails
Interactive Virtual Seva

Offer Modak & Aarti to Bal Ganesha

Wherever you are in the world, offer a sanctified modak, light the sacred diya, and receive divine blessings from Shreebala Ganesha.

Adorable Bal Ganesha smiling and ready for your offerings
108 Modaks Offered Today
Festival Timeline

Celebration Schedule

Detailed 3-day program schedule for the 19th Year Ganesha Festival (14th – 16th September 2026) at Nekar Colony, Hosapete.

Grand Ganesha Arrival & Pranaprathistha
Day 1
14 SEPTEMBER 2026 (Monday)9:00 AM onwards

Grand Ganesha Arrival & Pranaprathistha

Sthapana Pooja & Maha Mangalarathi

Witness the auspicious arrival of Lord Bal Ganesha as thousands of devotees welcome Bappa with beating drums, conches, and flower showers.

Procession of Bal Ganesha Murti from main temple road
Vedic Mantrocharana & Kalasha Sthapana Pooja
Maha Mangalarathi & 108 Coconut Archana
Traditional Modak & Panchamrutha Prasada Distribution
Main Mandap, Nekar Colony, 1st Cross, Hosapete
Maha Annadanam (Prasada Seva)
Day 2
15 SEPTEMBER 2026 (Tuesday)12:00 PM onwards

Maha Annadanam (Prasada Seva)

Serving Sanctified Meals to Devotees

Lord Ganesha loves food, and feeding fellow brothers and sisters is the highest seva. Join us for this sanctified community banquet.

Traditional Karnataka style festive feast on plantain leaves
Serving over 5,000+ devotees, families & children
Prepared with pure desi ghee and sanctified ingredients
Open to all without distinction of caste or creed
Annadana Mandapam, Nekar Colony, Hosapete
Special Evening Cultural Program
Day 2
15 SEPTEMBER 2026 (Tuesday)5:00 PM onwards

Special Evening Cultural Program

Bhajans, Classical Dance & Music Ensemble

A culturally enriching evening celebrating India's devotional arts, classical heritage, and youth talent under radiant festive lighting.

Invocatory Bharatanatyam & Kuchipudi recitals
Devotional Bhajan Sandhya by famous local mandalis
Skits and musical performances by youth members
Grand Deepotsava & Sandhya Maha Mangalarathi
Samskruthika Vedike (Festival Stage), Hosapete
Prize Distribution Ceremony
Day 3
16 SEPTEMBER 2026 (Wednesday)4:00 PM onwards

Prize Distribution Ceremony

Honoring Youth, Children & Community Achievers

Applauding the hard work, creativity, and enthusiasm of our community's youth and children with trophies, medals, and blessings.

Felicitation of drawing & painting competition winners
Awards for rangoli, quiz, and devotional singing contests
Sports champions trophy ceremony
Recognition of dedicated volunteer youth leaders
Samskruthika Vedike, Nekar Colony, Hosapete
Auspicious Auction Program
Day 3
16 SEPTEMBER 2026 (Wednesday)6:00 PM onwards

Auspicious Auction Program

Consecrated Maha Laddu & Puja Silver Bidding

An exhilarating, auspicious annual tradition where blessed festival offerings and the giant Maha Laddu are auctioned to support charity.

Auspicious Bidding for the consecrated 21-KG Golden Maha Laddu
Silver Kalash, Murti shawls, and puja items auction
Proceeds dedicated directly to community charity and sangha seva
High-energy spiritual bidding amidst chants of Ganapati Bappa Morya
Main Mandap Stage, Nekar Colony, Hosapete
Grand Ganesha Visarjana
Day 3
16 SEPTEMBER 2026 (Wednesday)8:00 PM onwards

Grand Ganesha Visarjana

Magnificent Procession & Sacred Immersion

The glorious crescendo of our 19th year celebration. An unforgettable, ecstatic night procession with thousands dancing with devotion.

Grand illuminated Rath chariot decorated with flowers
Thunderous live Nashik dhol tasha and brass band rhythms
Dazzling fireworks display and organic color gulal shower
Final emotional farewell Aarti and sacred immersion
Starting from Nekar Colony through Main Hosapete Roads to Tungabhadra
Bal Ganesha folding hands in Namaste welcoming all devotees to the 19th Year Celebration
🙏 Swagata & Namaste from Bal Ganesha
A Heartfelt Warm Invitation

YOU ARE INVITED!

Join us with your family and friends and celebrate the 19th Year Ganesha Festival with devotion, happiness and togetherness.

On this auspicious 19th year milestone, the youth, elders, and families of Shreebala Ganesha Yuvakara Sangha cordially welcome each and every one of you to partake in the grand darshan, sanctified Maha Annadanam, thrilling cultural events, and joyful celebration.

When14th – 16th September 2026
WhereNekar Colony, 1st Cross, Hosapete
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Venue & Directions

How to Reach Us

Visit our festival mandap in the heart of Hosapete, Vijayanagara. Devotees and guests from all over Karnataka are warmly welcomed!

Official Celebration Venue

SHREEBALA GANESHA YUVAKARA SANGHA

Nekar Colony, 1st Cross

Hosapete, Vijayanagara District

Karnataka, India - 583201

Hosapete Junction (HPT): ~2.5 km (10 mins by auto)
Hosapete KSRTC Bus Stand: ~2.0 km (7 mins drive)
Parking: Dedicated two-wheeler & four-wheeler parking near mandap
Live Mandap Pin • Hosapete