Dussehra celebrations are taking place today, Tuesday, October 20, across Noida, Greater Noida and Greater Noida West. Residents planning an evening outing have several Ramlila venues to consider.
From the established Ramlila celebrations at Noida Stadium to the festival grounds of Greater Noida and Greater Noida West, local organisers have planned performances, effigy-burning ceremonies and community celebrations.
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, falls on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, in Noida.
For young residents looking to enjoy the festival with friends, the choice may come down to location, travel time and what they want to experience.
Here are five places worth considering.
Dussehra 2026: Five places at a glance
| Venue | Location | What to expect |
|---|---|---|
| Noida Stadium | Sector 21A, Noida | Ramlila, Ravan Dahan and large-scale stage performances |
| Shri Ram Mitra Mandal Ramlila Ground | Sector 62, Noida | Traditional Ramlila and Dussehra celebrations |
| Vijay Mahotsav | Site 4, Greater Noida | Ramlila performances, fair activities and Ravan Dahan |
| Shri Dharmik Ramlila | Sector Pi, Greater Noida | Stage performances and effigy-burning ceremony |
| Ramlila Ground | Ecotech 12, Greater Noida West | Ramlila, Ravan Dahan and a planned drone show |
Important: These are announced or reported programmes, not live confirmations of event operations. Exact timings, access arrangements and parking may change. Visitors should check the latest organiser updates and traffic advisories before travelling.
1. Noida Stadium, Sector 21A
Best for: Friends looking for a large Ramlila celebration in central Noida.
Noida Stadium is one of the city’s established venues for Dussehra celebrations.
The Shri Sanatan Dharma Ramlila Committee is organising its annual programme at the stadium, with performances featuring artists from Delhi and Mumbai.
This year’s stage incorporates designs inspired by Kedarnath, Badrinath and Jagannath Puri, along with lighting, LED screens and visual effects.
The Dussehra programme includes the traditional burning of effigies representing Ravana, Kumbhakarna and Meghnad.
What visitors should know
- Location: Noida Stadium, Sector 21A
- Date: Tuesday, October 20
- Ravan Dahan: Around 8:30 PM, as reported on October 19; reconfirm with the organiser
- Experience: Ramlila performances and Dussehra celebrations
The stadium is worth considering for residents travelling from central Noida and nearby sectors.
Those planning to capture photographs or videos should arrive with sufficient time to find a safe viewing position.
Find Noida Stadium on Google Maps
2. Shri Ram Mitra Mandal Ramlila Ground, Sector 62
Best for: Students, young professionals and residents of east Noida.
Sector 62 offers another option for celebrating Dussehra without travelling across the city.
The Shri Ram Mitra Mandal has organised Ramlila celebrations in the area for more than two decades.
For 2026, the programme includes performances by artists from Moradabad, alongside traditional music and dance.
The festival is scheduled to conclude with Dussehra celebrations on October 20.
For residents living around Sectors 62, 63 and nearby neighbourhoods, this could be a convenient evening outing.
What visitors should know
- Location: Ramlila Ground, Sector 62
- Date: Tuesday, October 20
- Ravan Dahan: Around 8 PM, according to October 19 reporting; reconfirm before travelling
- Experience: Ramlila performances and effigy burning
Check the exact entrance and parking arrangements before arriving.
Find the Sector 62 Ramlila Ground on Google Maps
3. Vijay Mahotsav, Site 4, Greater Noida
Best for: Groups looking for a traditional mela experience.
For Greater Noida residents, Site 4 is another place to consider.
The Shri Ramlila Committee, Greater Noida, announced its Vijay Mahotsav programme at Central Park, Site 4, from October 11 to 21.
The celebrations include Ramlila performances, cultural activities and a Dussehra programme.
A fair with food stalls, swings and amusement rides is also part of the announced festival experience.
For friends who want to spend more than a few minutes at an effigy-burning ceremony, the venue offers an opportunity to combine the festival with a mela outing.
What visitors should know
- Location: Central Park, Site 4, Greater Noida
- Date: Tuesday, October 20
- Experience: Ramlila, Ravan Dahan and mela activities
- Timing: Confirm the October 20 programme with the organisers
Expect crowds around the main celebration, and check which entrances are available to visitors.
Find Site 4 Central Park on Google Maps
4. Shri Dharmik Ramlila, Sector Pi, Greater Noida
Best for: Residents who enjoy traditional performances and stage productions.
The Shri Dharmik Ramlila Committee is organising Dussehra celebrations in the Sector Pi area of Greater Noida.
The programme has been associated with the Aichhar Ramlila ground and includes theatrical performances based on the Ramayana.
For 2026, organisers have prepared a large stage with modern lighting and visual presentation.
Ravan Dahan is also part of the announced Dussehra programme.
What visitors should know
- Location: Ramlila Ground, Sector Pi area, Greater Noida
- Date: Tuesday, October 20
- Experience: Stage performances and Ravan Dahan
- Timing: Confirm with the organiser before travelling
Visitors should check the precise venue entrance, as local references include both Pi 1 and Pi 2.
Find the Sector Pi Ramlila Ground on Google Maps
5. Ramlila Ground, Ecotech 12, Greater Noida West
Best for: Greater Noida West residents looking for a celebration closer to home.
Residents of Greater Noida West also have a local Dussehra option.
A Ramlila programme has been organised near the Ek Murti roundabout in Ecotech 12.
The announced celebrations include Ramlila performances, Ravan Dahan and a drone show planned around the festival programme.
For residents of nearby housing societies, this could be a practical alternative to travelling into central Noida.
What visitors should know
- Location: Ecotech 12, near Ek Murti roundabout, Greater Noida West
- Date: Tuesday, October 20
- Experience: Ramlila, Ravan Dahan and a planned drone show
- Timing: Confirm the final programme and access arrangements
The drone show is an announced attraction. Its final schedule and operation should be reconfirmed with the organiser.
Find Ecotech 12 on Google Maps
Dussehra traffic alert: Diversions are scheduled to begin at 2 PM around Noida Stadium and Sector 62 Ramlila Ground. Visitors should check Noida Traffic Police for the latest restrictions before travelling. Detailed traffic information is provided below.
Which Dussehra venue should you choose?
If you live in central Noida, Noida Stadium is an option worth considering.
For residents of Sector 62 and nearby neighbourhoods, the local Shri Ram Mitra Mandal celebrations may involve less travel.
In Greater Noida, Site 4 offers a programme that combines Ramlila with fair activities, while Sector Pi is another choice for traditional performances.
For Greater Noida West residents, the Ecotech 12 celebrations may be more convenient than travelling towards Noida Stadium.
The practical choice is likely to be the venue closest to home, particularly if you are travelling in a group and planning to return after the main ceremony.
Planning to photograph or record Ravan Dahan?
Festival celebrations offer opportunities for photography and short videos, particularly during stage performances and the effigy-burning ceremony.
If you are visiting with friends and planning to record Instagram Reels or other short videos, a few precautions can make the experience safer.
Choose a designated viewing area, keep clear of barricades and avoid moving through crowds while looking at your phone.
Do not use drones without the necessary permissions.
Remember that the burning of effigies may involve fireworks. Stay within the areas marked for spectators and follow instructions from organisers and emergency personnel.
Dussehra Traffic Advisory: Road Diversions Begin at 2 PM in Noida
Residents travelling to Ravan Dahan celebrations on Tuesday, October 20, should plan for traffic restrictions around major Ramlila venues.
According to the traffic arrangements reported for Gautam Buddha Nagar, diversions around Noida Stadium in Sector 21A and the Sector 62 Ramlila Ground are scheduled to begin at 2 PM and continue until the festival programmes conclude.
Noida Stadium, Sector 21A
Traffic restrictions will affect several approaches to the stadium, including routes from the Sector 12/22/56 crossing, Sector 10/21 U-turn, Sector 8/10/11/12 crossing and Sector 31/25 crossing.
Motorists may be redirected through alternative routes involving Nithari, Gijhor, Sector 57 and the Sector 31/25 crossing, depending on their direction of travel.
Parking: General parking is designated at the vacant ground near Adobe. Separate gates are designated for VIP vehicles and parking-pass holders.
Visitors should follow the directions of traffic personnel rather than attempting to drive directly to Stadium Chowk.
Sector 62 Ramlila Ground
Restrictions are planned between Sector 62 Police Post and the Value Bazaar/Fortis area.
Affected vehicles can use the Sector 59 crossing, formerly known as Mamura Chowk, as an alternative on specified routes.
Additional restrictions are planned between the C-DAC C-32 company and PMO, with alternative movement via Sector 62 Police Post Chowk.
Greater Noida West and Bhangel
Diversions are also reported near the Ramlila venue at Ecotech-12, Greater Noida West, and Maharishi Ashram in Bhangel.
Motorists travelling between Ek Murti Chowk and Galaxy Chowk should check the latest restrictions. The reported alternative route passes through DMart Chowk, Bisrakh Roundabout, ACE Roundabout and Khairpur Roundabout.
In Bhangel, traffic around Maharishi Ashram Chowk may be redirected using roads beneath the elevated corridor.
Idol immersion on October 20 and 21
Additional traffic diversions may be introduced around immersion locations near Kalindi Marg, Kulesara and Kisan Chowk.
These restrictions may be applied as required during immersion activities and should not be treated as continuous closures of every listed route.
Check official traffic updates before travelling
Residents should allow additional travel time, use designated parking areas and follow traffic police instructions.
For the latest information, check the Gautam Buddha Nagar Traffic Police official X account.
Traffic assistance helpline: 9971009001.
Traffic restrictions may change according to crowd conditions and operational requirements.
A few things to remember
Visitors should follow police and organiser instructions, use designated viewing areas and maintain a safe distance from fireworks and effigies. Programme timings and access arrangements may change, so check official updates before travelling.
For more local outings and activities, explore Pulse of Noida’s Experiences & Events section.
Editor’s note: This guide is based on announced Dussehra programmes for October 20, 2026. Traffic diversions have been announced around major Ramlila venues. Exact Ravan Dahan timings, parking arrangements and event access may change. Readers should check the latest organiser announcements and traffic police updates before travelling. Pulse of Noida will update this guide as additional verified information becomes available.
