# Event Details

- **Event Name**: Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2026
- **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm – Sun, 11 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm
- **Event Description**: The long awaited annual Dhaatu International Puppet Festival (DIPF)  is back in 2026!

Mark your calendars and immerse yourself in Karnataka's rich traditions, through the magical artform of puppetry.

This is the 16th Edition of DIPF, and we are celebrating Karnataka's rich living traditions of puppetry. 

Dates: Jan 9, 10 & 11 (Fri, Sat, Sun)

There are shows all day long on Saturday and Sunday! 
All are welcome ? 

Details in the images above. 

Location: Mandala Cultural Centre, Bengaluru
@mandalabengaluru

#karnatakalivingtraditions #karnatakapuppetry #livingtraditions #intangiableheritage #bangalorearts #puppetry #woodenpuppets #dhaatupuppets #kidsevents #bengaluruweekends #fun
- **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/bangalore/dhaatu-international-puppet-festival-2026/200029227487755
- **Event Categories**: festivals, calendar
- **Interested Audience**: 
  - total_interested_count: 144

## Ticket Details


## Event venue details

- **city**: Bangalore
- **state**: KA
- **country**: India
- **location**: Mandala Cultural Centre
- **lat**: 12.72844
- **long**: 77.27494
- **full address**: Mandala Cultural Centre, Eastern Masala, Bangalore Mysore Road, Ramanagara 562159, India, Bangalore

## Event gallery

- **Alt text**: Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2026
  - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events10/banners/bc677e4883928a231a05009abd358a772e9637a5f67f820ca864684de8d2d432-rimg-w902-h1280-dc090a0c-gmir?v=1767803285

## FAQs

- **Q**: When and where is Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2026 being held?
  - **A:** Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2026 takes place on Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 04:00 pm to Sun, 11 Jan, 2026 at 07:30 pm at Mandala Cultural Centre, Eastern Masala, Bangalore Mysore Road, Ramanagara 562159, India, Bangalore.
- **Q**: Who is organizing Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2026?
  - **A:** Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2026 is organized by Dhaatu.
- **Q**: Who is this event for? Is it right for me?
  - **A:** Dhaatu International Puppet Festival 2026 is ideal for festival lovers, culture enthusiasts, and anyone looking for a vibrant, immersive community experience. Whether you're a first-time attendee or a longtime enthusiast in Bangalore, this event is thoughtfully curated to deliver a standout experience worth every moment. With 140+ people already showing interest, this is clearly an event worth adding to your calendar - don't miss out.

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