Our Annual Flagship Celebration

Sharod Utsav 2026 in Erlangen

She returns every year. But some arrivals feel different. For six years, Durgaville has been more than a celebration. It has been a promise to keep a piece of home alive in the heart of Germany. A place where the sound of the dhaak, the fragrance of shiuli, the glow of the lights, and the warmth of togetherness remind us that some traditions never fade, no matter how far we are from home. This year, we invite you to experience the magic. Not just to attend a festival, but to witness a spectacle that has been imagined, designed, and crafted with love over countless hours. A celebration where every detail has a purpose, every moment tells a story, and every memory is meant to stay with you long after the final dhunuchi dance. A new idol. A new vision. A season reborn. We are not ready to reveal everything just yet. But when the final curtains rise this October, we hope you won't just attend another Durga Puja. We hope you'll witness something that will make every devotee's heart feel at home, and every visitor understands why this festival means so much to us. This October, come and witness Durga Puja in Erlangen like never before. Sharod Utsav 2026 is almost here.

Festival Timeline

Six Days of Celebration

Daily ritual schedule, morning Pushpanjali offerings, afternoon community Bhog (lunch), and evening cultural programs and dinner is open to all guests. No invitations or registrations needed. Durgaville is as much your home as ours. One does not need invitiation toi come to their own home and seeks blessings of their own mother. So just come, enjoy and be part of the family.

No Registrations! No Entry Fees!

Oct 16, Friday

Moha Shoshti

06.00PM-06.30PM : Inauguration by chief guests

06.30PM-07.30PM : Bodhon, amontron & odhibas

07.30PM-08.30PM : Vedic mantra chanting

Oct 17, Saturday

Oct 18, Sunday

Oct 19, Monday

Oct 20, Tuesday

Oct 21, Wednesday

Moha Soptomi

Moha Oshtomi

Sondhi Pujo

Moha Nobomi

Bijoya Doshomi

09.00AM-01.00PM : Oshtomi pujo

12.00PM-01.00PM : Pushpanjoli

01.30PM-02.30PM : Musical afternoon

02.30PM-03.30PM : Fancy dress competition

06.15PM-07.15PM : Sondhya arati

07.30PM Onwards : Live performance by Malhar

03.56AM-04.44AM : Sondhi pujo & Pushpanjoli

12.00PM-01.00PM : Chondi Path

06.15PM-07.15PM : Sondhya arati

07.30PM Onwards : Conch playing & Candle lighting competitions

09.00AM-01.00PM : Nobomi pujo

12.00PM-01.00PM : Pushpanjoli

02.30PM-04.00PM : Hom

06.15PM-07.15PM : Sondhya arati

07.30PM Onwards : Quiz & saree draping competitions

10.00AM-12.00PM : Doshomi pujo & Bishorjon

12.00PM-12.30PM : Pushpanjoli

01.30PM Onwards : Debi boron, Dhunuchi naach & Sindur khela

09.00AM-01.00PM : Nabapatrika & Soptomi pujo

12.00PM-01.00PM : Pushpanjoli

01.30PM-02.30PM : Kid’s drawing competition

06.15PM-07.15PM : Sondhya arati

07:30PM Onwards : Cultural dance program

Festival Location

Gemeindezentrum Frauenaurach

Our 2026 celebration takes place at Gemeindezentrum Frauenaurach. The venue offers ample space for morning rituals, afternoon community dining, and evening stage showcases with full accessibility.

Admission is completely free for all six days including bhog and dinner on all days. Parking facilities and public transport stops are located within short walking distance of the hall entrance.

Sharodiya Volume 6

Call for Creative Submissions

Sharodiya is more than our annual magazine. It is a collection of memories, creativity, voices and stories that bring our community together.

As we prepare the 6th edition of Sharodiya, we invite writers, artists, photographers, travellers, food lovers and creative minds of all ages to become part of this special journey. Send us your stories, poems, articles, paintings, photographs, recipes, travelogues or any original work you would love to see published.

There are no age or language restrictions.

Last date of submission: 15 September 2026

Every contribution makes Sharodiya richer. Let your creativity become part of an edition that is especially close to our hearts and a true matter of pride for Durgaville.

Get Involved

Support Sharod Utsav 2026

Durgaville is a registered non-profit organization. Help us host Erlangen's Bengali community festival through voluntary contributions or event sponsorship.