Dussehra and Vijayadashami celebrations across Australia — Ram Leela performances, cultural events, and community gatherings.
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026 is on Wednesday 21 October 2026 — in 4 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, a significant festival in India, celebrates the victory of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's triumph over the demon king Ravana. In Canberra, the Indian community looks forward to an exciting upcoming event that brings everyone together to honor this tradition.
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Vijaya Dashami at Perth Hindu Temple, Canning Vale — Vidhyarambam in the morning, then the evening Sri Meenakshi & Sri Sundareswarar procession, 'Ambu Poduthal' and Annadhanam.
By Hindu Association of Western Australia (Perth Hindu Temple)
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
Dussehra at the Hindu Temple in Florey: Vijaya Dashami pooja, Ravan Dahan and aarati on Wednesday 21 October.
By Hindu Temple & Cultural Centre of the ACT
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. Dates and times to be confirmed with organiser (Hindu Council), check their page before travelling.
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
A Kannada community Dasara celebration with a dolls exhibition and cultural performances.
By Sydney Kannada School
