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3 days of pujo, feasting and reunion — Portland's Bengali community welcomes Ma Durga home.
📅 October 16 (4:00 PM) – October 18 (2:00 PM), 2026 · World Forestry Center, Portland, ORআগমনীThe heartbeat of autumn, in the Pacific Northwest
Even as summer lingers on, our hearts are already turning toward Ma — counting down the days until the dhaak beats, the conch shells sound, and Prabashi comes together once again as one family.
Durga Puja isn't just a date on the calendar for us. It's the thread that ties every prabashi heart back home — to the smell of shiuli flowers, the sound of Mahalaya at dawn, the warmth of a hundred hands folded in prayer. Wherever we are, whatever the distance, this is the season we return to who we are.
And this year, that homecoming gets even more special — we're celebrating Durga Puja at a brand-new venue, built to hold everything we love about this festival: soulful rituals in a space that truly feels sacred, vibrant cultural performances, joyous music, and of course, a community Mahabhoj to bring us all to the same table.
Shubho Sharadiya is on its way. Let's make it unforgettable.
With heartfelt warmth,
Team Prabashi
Three Days of Ritual
Shasthi
- Doors open & Devi Boron
- Shasthi puja & anjali
- Evening aarti
Saptami, Ashtami & Navami
- Puja & Pushpanjali
- Bhog lunch served
- Navami puja & 108 lotus
Dashami & Bijoya
- Puja & Pushpanjali
- Sindoor khela & Bijoya greetings
- Visarjan & farewell
Live in Concert — Monali Thakur
Prabashi is proud to bring one of Bollywood and Bengali cinema's most beloved voices to Portland — an evening of Bollywood dance hits and soulful melodies, live under the pujo lights.
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FOOD STALLS
A variety of delicious food to satisfy every craving.
DHUNUCHI NACH
Feel the rhythm, the beat, and the spirit in the mesmerizing Dhunuchi Nach.
INNOVATIVE DECORATION THEME — ARANYA SAKTI
A forest-inspired theme featuring artwork handcrafted by our community using recycled plastic and glass.
PUJOR ADDA
Catch up with friends and family over endless conversations, laughter, and fun community games.
ASTHAMI R BHOG
Traditional khichuri bhog served with devotion and love by Prabashi volunteers.
PUJOR GAAN
Spontaneous music sessions to celebrate the spirit of Pujo.
One pass, every celebration
Each Festive Pass tier covers all five Prabashi events this season.
| Tier 01 Donor | Tier 02 General | Tier 03 General | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahalaya Cultural Program Entry | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Durga Puja Entry — All Days + Ashtami Lunch | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dashami Non-Veg Lunch | ✓ | N/A | N/A |
| Kali Puja Entry | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Monali Thakur Concert Entry | Tier 01 seating | Tier 02 seating | Tier 03 seating |
| ChandraBindoo Concert Entry | Tier 01 seating | Tier 02 seating | Tier 03 seating |
Event tickets
Durga Puja 2026 Puja Pass
- Access to all three days of puja, aarti & Mahalaya cultural programs
- Bhog lunch included on Ashtami
- Monali Thakur & ChandraBindoo Concert Entry
- Discounted early-bird pricing — ends on 31st August
Monali Thakur — Live in Concert
- Reserved concert seating
- A full evening of live Bollywood & Bengali music
- Presented by Prabashi Portland
- Limited seats — booking early is recommended
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Venues & Getting There
Five celebrations, one joyous season. Here's where to find us this year.
| Event | Venue | Date & Time |
|---|---|---|
| Mahalaya Cultural Event | Portland Balaji Temple: HECSA | Sunday, October 11 · 4:00 – 8:00 PM |
| Durga Puja | World Forestry Center | Oct 16, 4:00 PM – Oct 18, 2:00 PM |
| Monali Thakur Concert | TBD | Sunday, October 18 · 6:30 – 8:30 PM |
| ChandraBindoo Concert | Portland Balaji Temple: HECSA | Saturday, October 24 · 7:30 – 9:30 PM |
| Kali Puja | Portland Balaji Temple: HECSA | Saturday, November 7 · 6:30 – 11:30 PM |
- Family & stroller friendly
- ADA accessible