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Saarang 2026: Tradition Reimagined | Beyond Realms

After more than five decades of cultural stewardship, Saarang 2026 marks the strategic resurgence of one of India’s most enduring youth-led platforms. Hosted at Indian Institute of Technology Madras, Saarang’s 52nd edition—themed Beyond Realms—positions itself at the intersection of legacy and future-forward creativity.

India’s largest cultural festival celebrating arts, music, and performance since 1974 – SAARANG IIT MADRAS

Since 1974, Saarang has scaled from a campus celebration into a nationally benchmarked cultural phenomenon. The 2026 edition accelerates that trajectory with a robust programming mix spanning music, dance, fashion, theatre, gaming, and visual arts—engineered for scale, reach, and impact.


Scale & Strategic Impact

  • 80,000+ anticipated footfall

  • 500+ colleges participating nationwide

  • One of India’s largest student-run cultural festivals

  • Hosted in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India (12.9916° N, 80.2337° E)

Signature Competitive Showcases

💃 Saarang ’26 Choreo Night

A national convergence of elite dance crews—jump styles, breakdance, and narrative choreography—delivering a high-velocity evening of movement and storytelling.

👑 Face of Saarang 2026

Theme: Glamour · Style · Confidence

  • Prize Pool: ₹50,000+

  • 200+ expected participants
    A marquee fashion and runway competition spotlighting charisma, presence, and aesthetic authority before a live audience of thousands.

🎸 Decibels – Battle of the Bands

Saarang’s western music flagship—English-dominant performances spanning online eliminations and live IIT Madras finals.

  • Prize Pool: ₹50,000

  • Built to surface emerging bands with commercial-stage readiness.


Why Saarang 2026 Matters

  • Heritage-led credibility with contemporary execution

  • Student-driven excellence at national scale

  • Platform-first approach for emerging talent

  • Cross-genre cultural ROI—music, fashion, performance, and youth engagement

Saarang 2026: Beyond Realms is not merely a festival—it’s a legacy brand activating the next generation of cultural leadership.

Venue: IIT Madras, Chennai
Month: January 2026
Registrations: Open across events

Performance Schedule Saarang 2026

Date Day Performer Genre Performance Highlight
10 Jan 2026 Saturday Viola EDM High-octane EDM set featuring pulsating beats, electrifying drops, and an immersive arena-scale dance experience
10 Jan 2026 Saturday Angemi EDM Festival-grade electronic music with explosive buildups and massive drops designed for peak crowd energy
10 Jan 2026 Saturday Brodha V Hip Hop / EDM Hard-hitting live performance blending sharp lyricism, heavy bass, and commanding stage presence
11 Jan 2026 Sunday Avial Rock / Alternative Raw, genre-defying rock performance with powerful riffs and authentic live energy
12 Jan 2026 Friday Sid Sriram Melodic / Indian Contemporary Soulful, emotionally charged concert redefining contemporary Indian live music

HOW TO REACH?

Nearest airport: Chennai Intl. Airport (12 km, ~30 mins by cab)

Nearest railway station: Chennai Central (13 km, 30–40 mins via cab/metro)

Nearest metro: Little Mount (4 km, 10–15 mins by auto)

City buses available from major stops to IIT Madras campus

Ticket Price

Saarang Event Pass

Pass Name Price (₹) Pass Type Events / Access Included No. of Events
Popcorn 399 Combo Pass All informal events
Arcade 499 Combo Pass All gaming events
Lexis 499 Events Pass Whats The Good Word, Crossie, Spell Bee 3
Trivia 499 Events Pass Pick any 2 quiz events (MELA Quiz, India Quiz, Lone Wolf Quiz) 2 (from 3)
Wordsmith 899 Events Pass Quiz, Writing & Word Games bundle 11
Diva 349 Events Pass Face of Saarang, AnyBody Can Design 2
LM 699 Events Pass Alankar, Tarang, Cadence 3
WM 699 Events Pass Decibels, Vox, Cadence 3
TenToes 499 Events Pass Saarang Streets, Freestyle Solo 2
Crossfire 449 Events Pass STEW, JAM 2
Solus 499 Events Pass Performance Poetry, Mono Acting 2

Saarang Pro Show

Ticket Category Price (₹) Seating Position Experience Snapshot
Gallery Unlimited 2,449 EDM (General Viewing Zone) Entry-level access with open gallery viewing, designed for high-energy crowd engagement
Celestial Chords 2,788 POP / Non-EDM Zone Balanced viewing with melodic and contemporary performances, ideal for vocal-led proshows
Raga and Rhythm 2,849 EDM Zone Fusion-focused access blending rhythm-driven EDM with layered musical elements
Rapwave Rhapsody 3,149 EDM Zone Premium hip-hop and EDM crossover experience with enhanced stage proximity
Monsoon Mayhem 3,149 EDM (Bass-Heavy Zone) High-intensity EDM access engineered for maximum sound, drops, and crowd momentum
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