Religious & Cultural

Mangaluru Dasara is one of the most prominent religious and cultural celebrations in Dakshina Kannada. The festival features Navadurga worship, cultural programmes, traditional performances and a grand Vijayadashami procession through the streets of Mangaluru. The 2026 celebration is scheduled from October 11 to October 20.

Laksha Deepotsava is a major annual religious celebration at Sri Dharmasthala Manjunatheshwara Temple. During the festival, thousands of lamps illuminate the temple and surrounding areas, accompanied by religious discourses and cultural programmes. The Dakshina Kannada district website notes that the annual celebration is held during November–December.