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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.
Get Concert Tickets →Live in Concert — Chandrabindoo
One of Bengal's most iconic and beloved bands returns to the stage — an unforgettable night of witty, soulful, and unmistakably Chandrabindoo music, live in Portland.
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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.
Event tickets
Durga Puja 2026
- Attend puja, aarti & Mahalaya cultural programs
- Bhog lunch included on Ashtami
Monali Thakur — Live in Concert
- Reserved concert seating
- A full evening of live Bollywood music
- Limited seats — booking early is recommended
ChandraBindoo — Live in Concert
- Reserved concert seating
- An electric evening with Bengal's legendary band
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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 | Portland Balaji Temple: HECSA | 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