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Naldehra, Himachal Pradesh: Auramah Valley hosted its annual Auramah Festival from October 2 to 4, 2026, bringing residents, families and artists together for three days of art, live music, sporting events and cultural experiences at 6,300 ft in Naldehra.
The festival welcomed around 150 attendees, including residents, their families and participating artists, with celebrations unfolding across Auramah Valley and its surrounding landscape.
From music-filled evenings and forest gatherings to sporting tournaments, an art exhibition and The Valley Bazaar, the festival offered opportunities for the community to connect through experiences beyond everyday life.
An Evening of Classical Music Opens the Festival
The celebrations began on October 2 with arrivals and check-ins, allowing residents and their families to settle in before gathering at Boca Mario for drinks, dinner and old classical music.
The opening evening set a relaxed tone for the weekend, bringing together familiar faces and new conversations over food and music.
It marked the beginning of three days that would move between cultural experiences, outdoor activities and community celebrations.
A Day of Forest, Jazz, Sport and Qawwali
October 3 brought together some of the festival’s most memorable experiences.
The day began with breakfast at Boca Mario, followed by the Tennis Tournament. Against the natural backdrop of Naldehra, residents participated in friendly competition, with the Tennis Final also taking place on the same day.
One of the afternoon’s highlights was Lunch in the Forest, accompanied by a live jazz band. Surrounded by the Himalayan landscape, the gathering offered an opportunity to enjoy music, food, and conversations in an outdoor setting.
The sporting celebrations continued with the Pickleball Tournament and its finals, also held on October 3.
Meanwhile, The Valley Bazaar opened on the lawn, adding another dimension to the day’s activities.
As evening arrived, participants gathered at The Stable Bar for Qawwali: Night with Artists, bringing a rich musical experience to the close of an eventful day.
Art at the Heart of the Celebration
Art played a key role in Auramah Festival 2026, bringing together artists from across India, each contributing a distinct creative perspective.
Participating artists: Madhuri Bhaduri, Sudhakar Chippa, Suraj Kumar Kashi, Niladri Paul, Sumanto Chowdhury, Bikash Poddar, Kandi Narsimhulu, Dr. P. Gnana, Siddharth Shingade, Bhaskar Rao, Arpan Bhowmik, Dinkar Jadhav, Sandeep Chhatraband, Umakant Tawde, Sachin Kharat, Shuvankar Maitra, Sachin Sagare, Ganesh Pokharkar, Vivek Nimbolkar, Amol Pawar, Suparna Mondal and Sachin Akalekar.
Their participation added a cultural dimension to the festival, giving residents and guests a chance to engage with artistic expression amid the natural beauty of Naldehra.
The art programme culminated on October 4 with an exhibition and lunch soirée at The Manor Clubhouse, bringing creativity, conversation and community together.
A Memorable Finale of Golf, Art and Celebration
October 4 began with breakfast at Boca Mario, followed by the Golf Tournament at Naldehra Golf Course.
With the tennis and pickleball finals completed the previous day, the final day’s sporting focus was on golf.
The Valley Bazaar continued on the lawn, while the exhibition and lunch soirée at The Manor Clubhouse brought the art programme to a close.
As evening approached, residents, families and artists gathered at Boca Mario for drinks, dinner and Karaoke Night. The evening also featured an R&R (Rewards and Recognition) award distribution ceremony, bringing the three-day celebration to a memorable close.
More Than a Festival, a Celebration of Community
What made Auramah Festival 2026 special was not simply the range of activities, but the moments shared throughout the celebration.
A forest became a setting for jazz and lunch. Sporting spaces brought neighbours together in friendly competition. Art inspired conversations, while evenings unfolded around music, food and companionship.
The festival reflected the spirit of the Auramah Valley community where nature, recreation, culture and shared experiences come together.
Following three days of celebrations, attendees gathered for a final breakfast on October 5 before departures.
Auramah Festival 2026 marked another chapter in an evolving community tradition, celebrating the connections and experiences that make life in the mountains meaningful.
