Vijayadasami at Sri Venkateswara Temple
Vidyarambham on Vijayadasami morning at SVT Helensburgh.
By Sri Venkateswara Temple Helensburgh
Dussehra and Vijayadashami celebrations across Australia — Ram Leela performances, cultural events, and community gatherings.
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026 is on Wednesday 21 October 2026 — in 11 days
Australia splits on this date and both readings are legitimate: panchang computed for the eastern cities gives Wednesday 21 October, while Perth gives Tuesday 20 October, which is also the date consulates and IST-based calendars publish. Take the observing organisation’s own published date for its own event.
Dates shown are the Australian calendar dates. Community celebrations in Australia often run on the nearest weekend — check each event below for its own date.
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Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a significant festival in India that celebrates the victory of good over evil, marked by the triumph of Lord Rama over Ravana. Melbourne embraces this festive spirit with two exciting events that bring the Indian community together in celebration.
Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a significant Hindu festival celebrating the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana, symbolizing the triumph of good over evil. In Sydney, the Indian community can look forward to an exciting event that captures the spirit of this cherished festival.
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Vidyarambham on Vijayadasami morning at SVT Helensburgh.
By Sri Venkateswara Temple Helensburgh
Vijaya Dashami rites at Mays Hill: morning abishekam, evening pooja and Vithiyarambam.
By Sydney Murugan Temple

Vijayadashami (Dussehra) observed at Sydney's Odia temple, marking the triumph of good over evil at the close of the Durga Puja and Navratri season
By Shree Jagannatha Temple Sydney

SPUVIC's three-day Durgotsav celebration at Epping Memorial Hall, running Shashthi through Navami/Dashami, 23-25 October 2026.
By Sarbojanin Puja Utsav of Victoria (SPUVIC)

Hindu Council of Australia's two-day Deepavali Fair at Blacktown Showground, with Ravan Dahan, a Ramayan presentation, fireworks, rides, cultural performances and food stalls. Free entry, 12pm-10pm both days.
By Hindu Council of Australia

Prem Prakash Mandal Mandir's fourth Dussehra Mela at Epping Soccer Stadium - Ramlila, effigy burning and fireworks, free entry from 2pm.
By Prem Prakash Mandal Mandir Melbourne