Diwali Pahat 2026 in Pune: Suresh Wadkar, Kaushiki Chakraborty, Salil Kulkarni and More; Dates, Venues, Ticket Prices From Rs 300
The Diwali Pahat dawn concerts listed in Pune for 2026, from Kothrud and Karve Nagar to Tilak Road and Chinchwad, with dates, timings, artists and starting ticket prices.
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Pune, 2nd November 2026: In Pune, Diwali morning has a sound of its own. Long before the city wakes up properly, auditoriums from Kothrud to Chinchwad fill with families in new clothes for Diwali Pahat, the dawn concerts of abhangs, natya sangeet, bhavgeet and classical music that have become one of Pune’s most loved festival traditions.
Here are the Diwali Pahat programmes listed so far for 2026. Prices are starting prices as listed by organisers and ticketing platforms. Dates, line-ups and prices can change, so confirm on the official booking page before you set the alarm.
Diwali Pahat programmes in Pune, 2026
| Date | Time | Programme and artists | Venue | From |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thu, 5 Nov | 6 am | Ranga Rang Diwali Pahat with Salil Kulkarni and Bela Shende | Yashwantrao Chavan Natyagruha, Kothrud | Rs 700 |
| Sat, 7 Nov | 6:30 am | Surel Diwali Pahat with Suresh Wadkar | Pandit Farms, Karve Nagar | Check listing |
| Sun, 8 Nov | 6:15 am | Diwali Pahat with Chandrashekhar Mahamuni, Ajit Vispute and Radhika Atre | Tilak Smarak Mandir, Tilak Road | Rs 500 |
| Sun, 8 Nov | 6:30 am | 33rd Diwali Pahat Maifil with Meenal Datar and Pt Rajabhau Shembekar, by the Dr Vasantrao Deshpande Memorial Foundation | Ram Krishna More Auditorium, Chinchwad | Rs 300 |
| Tue, 10 Nov | 6:30 am | Padwa Pahat with Kaushiki Chakraborty | Pandit Farms, Karve Nagar | About Rs 499 |
| Tue, 10 Nov | 6 am | Aarohi presents Diwali Padwa Pahat (music, poetry and dance) | Yashwantrao Chavan Natyagruha, Kothrud | Check listing |
Many housing societies, ganesh mandals and temples also hold free Diwali Pahat programmes, and some of the best-known free ones, such as the gathering at Sarasbaug in past years, are announced only a few days in advance. Watch local notice boards and your society WhatsApp group.
Tips for a Diwali Pahat morning
- Start early. A 6 am concert means leaving home by 5:15 to 5:30 am. Roads are empty, but parking near Tilak Smarak Mandir and Yashwantrao Chavan Natyagruha fills fast.
- Book ahead. The Padwa programmes and big names like Suresh Wadkar and Kaushiki Chakraborty sell out quickly.
- Dress for the cold. Pune mornings are around 15 to 17 degrees Celsius in early November. Open-air venues like Pandit Farms can feel colder.
- Plan breakfast. Half the fun is the misal, poha or upma and chaha afterwards. Many venues have stalls, and the old city’s breakfast spots open early during Diwali.
- Phones on silent. These are intimate concerts, often with soft morning ragas.
Diwali dates to keep in mind
Dhanteras is on Friday, 6 November, Lakshmi Puja on Sunday, 8 November, Diwali Padwa on Tuesday, 10 November and Bhau Beej on Wednesday, 11 November. See our full Diwali 2026 calendar for Maharashtra.
For everything else happening in the city this month, from plays to stand-up and stargazing, see events in Pune in November and our weekly events this weekend page.
Frequently asked questions
What is Diwali Pahat?
Diwali Pahat is a Maharashtrian tradition of early morning music concerts during Diwali, featuring abhangs, natya sangeet, bhavgeet and classical music.
Where are Diwali Pahat programmes held in Pune in 2026?
Listed venues include Yashwantrao Chavan Natyagruha in Kothrud, Pandit Farms in Karve Nagar, Tilak Smarak Mandir on Tilak Road and Ram Krishna More Auditorium in Chinchwad.
When is Diwali Pahat in Pune in 2026?
Programmes are listed from 5 November to 10 November 2026, with most on Lakshmi Puja day, Sunday 8 November, and Padwa, Tuesday 10 November.
What time does Diwali Pahat start?
Most programmes start between 6 am and 6:30 am and run for about two and a half to three hours.
