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About World Garba Challenge

About World Garba Challenge

About World Garba Challenge

The World Garba Challenge unites top talent from around the world in a spectacular celebration of dance, culture, and community.
Held in the vibrant city of Dubai, this electrifying event is more than just a competition - it's a global stage to showcase your passion, connect with fellow performers, and honor the spirit of Garba. Whether you're a solo dancer, a duo, or a dynamic group, the challenge invites you to bring your energy, embrace your heritage, and leave your mark in this unforgettable cultural experience.

The World Garba Challenge brings together the finest performers from across the globe for the ultimate celebration of garba, culture, & unity. Set against the dazzling backdrop of Dubai, this competition is more than just a showdown, its a chance to connect, perform, & make history on a world stage. Whether you are a passionate solo dancer, a couple, or a team, the World Garba Challenge invites you to bring your best moves, celebrate your roots & be a part of the challenge.

The World Garba Challenge unites top talent from around the world in a spectacular celebration of dance, culture, and community.
Held in the vibrant city of Dubai, this electrifying event is more than just a competition - it's a global stage to showcase your passion, connect with fellow performers, and honor the spirit of Garba. Whether you're a solo dancer, a duo, or a dynamic group, the challenge invites you to bring your energy, embrace your heritage, and leave your mark in this unforgettable cultural experience.

Meet Our Star Hosts!

Meet Our Star Hosts!

Meet Our Star Hosts!

Ojas Rawal

Host

Ojas Rawal

Host

Sunny Pancholi

Host

Sunny Pancholi

Host

Ojas Rawal

Host

Ojas Rawal

Host

Sunny Pancholi

Host

Sunny Pancholi

Host

Venue

Venue

Venue

Adress: Al Nasr Leisureland, Ice Rink, Oud Metha, Dubai

Adress: Al Nasr Leisureland, Ice Rink, Oud Metha, Dubai

The World Garba Challenge will be hosted at Al Nasr Leisureland, one of Dubai’s most well-known event venues, centrally located and fully air-conditioned for complete comfort. No matter how high the energy gets on the dance floor, you'll stay cool while bringing the heat with your moves. This iconic indoor venue ensures a smooth, enjoyable experience for both participants and audiences, throughout all performance days. Dubai’s festive spirit meets modern comfort, all under one roof!

The World Garba Challenge will be hosted at Al Nasr Leisureland, one of Dubai’s most well-known event venues, centrally located and fully air-conditioned for complete comfort. No matter how high the energy gets on the dance floor, you'll stay cool while bringing the heat with your moves. This iconic indoor venue ensures a smooth, enjoyable experience for both participants and audiences, throughout all performance days. Dubai’s festive spirit meets modern comfort, all under one roof!

The World Garba Challenge will be hosted at Al Nasr Leisureland, one of Dubai’s most well-known event venues, centrally located and fully air-conditioned for complete comfort. No matter how high the energy gets on the dance floor, you'll stay cool while bringing the heat with your moves. This iconic indoor venue ensures a smooth, enjoyable experience for both participants and audiences, throughout all performance days. Dubai’s festive spirit meets modern comfort, all under one roof!

Performers

Performers

Performers

Kashyap Sompura

Kashyap Sompura

Music Director

Kashyap Sompura is a versatile music director and founder of Pancham Studios, known for blending Indian classical and contemporary sounds. He has collaborated with legends like Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, and Sonu Nigam across films, theatre, TV, and albums. His work spans Bollywood, Gujarati, Marathi, and English projects, as well as global live shows under his band RANG TARANG. With over 150 performances worldwide, he crafts music that deeply resonates.

Kashyap Sompura is a versatile music director and founder of Pancham Studios, known for blending Indian classical and contemporary sounds. He has collaborated with legends like Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, and Sonu Nigam across films, theatre, TV, and albums. His work spans Bollywood, Gujarati, Marathi, and English projects, as well as global live shows under his band RANG TARANG. With over 150 performances worldwide, he crafts music that deeply resonates.

Kashyap Sompura is a versatile music director and founder of Pancham Studios, known for blending Indian classical and contemporary sounds. He has collaborated with legends like Lata Mangeshkar, Asha Bhosle, and Sonu Nigam across films, theatre, TV, and albums. His work spans Bollywood, Gujarati, Marathi, and English projects, as well as global live shows under his band RANG TARANG. With over 150 performances worldwide, he crafts music that deeply resonates.

Music Director with 5 Singers and Band of 14

Music Director with 5 Singers and Band of 14

Music Director with 5 Singers and Band of 14

Vijay Panchal

Vijay Panchal

Vijay Panchal

Alpa Shah

Alpa Shah

Raaj Tejani

Raaj Tejani

Arpana Raiyani

Arpana Raiyani

Vrushti Chedda

Vrushti Chedda

Alpa Shah

Alpa Shah

Raaj Tejani

Raaj Tejani

Arpana Raiyani

Arpana Raiyani

Vrushti Chedda

Vrushti Chedda

DJ Buddha

Dubai’s Desi Deep House Pioneer

DJ Buddha

Dubai’s Desi Deep House Pioneer

DJ Buddha

Dubai’s Desi Deep House Pioneer

DJ Buddha is known for his signature blend of Bollywood, Bhangra, and House music, making him a standout in Dubai’s nightlife. A pioneer of Desi Deep House and a Top 10 Best Asian DJ in the Middle East nominee.

DJ Buddha is known for his signature blend of Bollywood, Bhangra, and House music, making him a standout in Dubai’s nightlife. A pioneer of Desi Deep House and a Top 10 Best Asian DJ in the Middle East nominee.

DJ Buddha is known for his signature blend of Bollywood, Bhangra, and House music, making him a standout in Dubai’s nightlife. A pioneer of Desi Deep House and a Top 10 Best Asian DJ in the Middle East nominee.

Soyam Ladka

Fire & Water Drum

Soyam Ladka

Fire & Water Drum

Soyam Ladka

Fire & Water Drum

Soyam Ladka - Rockstar on

the Drums!

The beat drops when Soyam steps in. A powerhouse performer fusing glam, groove, and grit, he turns drums into drama and stages into runways. Rhythm isn’t just heard, it’s felt.

Rockstar on the Drums!

The beat drops when Soyam steps in. A powerhouse performer fusing glam, groove, and grit, he turns drums into drama and stages into runways. Rhythm isn’t just heard, it’s felt.

Soyam Ladka - Rockstar on

the Drums!

The beat drops when Soyam steps in. A powerhouse performer fusing glam, groove, and grit, he turns drums into drama and stages into runways. Rhythm isn’t just heard, it’s felt.

2024 Recap

2024 Recap

2024 Recap

Navrang Navratri 2024

Navrang Navratri 2024

Navrang Navratri 2024

Navrang Navratri 2024 was truly grand, glamorous, and one-of-a-kind, a celebration that captured the spirit of tradition with a modern twist. For the first time, Dubai hosted a 10-day air-conditioned Navratri, where more than 20,000 people came together to celebrate, and make memories that lasts a lifetime. From energetic garba nights and celebrity performances to food, shopping, and pure happiness, Navrang Navratri 2024 set a new standard for Navratri,  blending culture, community, and luxury in a way that delighted all who attended.

Navrang Navratri 2024 was truly grand, glamorous, and one-of-a-kind, a celebration that captured the spirit of tradition with a modern twist. For the first time, Dubai hosted a 10-day air-conditioned Navratri, where more than 20,000 people came together to celebrate, and make memories that lasts a lifetime. From energetic garba nights and celebrity performances to food, shopping, and pure happiness, Navrang Navratri 2024 set a new standard for Navratri,  blending culture, community, and luxury in a way that delighted all who attended.

Navrang Navratri 2024 was truly grand, glamorous, and one-of-a-kind, a celebration that captured the spirit of tradition with a modern twist. For the first time, Dubai hosted a 10-day air-conditioned Navratri, where more than 20,000 people came together to celebrate, and make memories that lasts a lifetime. From energetic garba nights and celebrity performances to food, shopping, and pure happiness, Navrang Navratri 2024 set a new standard for Navratri,  blending culture, community, and luxury in a way that delighted all who attended.

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  • Dance. Learn. Celebrate.

  • Dance. Learn. Celebrate.

  • Dance. Learn. Celebrate.

  • Dance. Learn. Celebrate.

Garba on the Global Stage.

Garba on the Global Stage.

Garba on the Global Stage.

Explore the Registration Fee

Explore the Registration Fee

Explore the Registration Fee

Categories

Categories

Categories

Solo

Solo

Solo

The Solo Category is for dancers who want to celebrate their passion for Garba, perform on their own, and compete to be recognized as the best of the best.

The Solo Category is for dancers who want to celebrate their passion for Garba, perform on their own, and compete to be recognized as the best of the best.

The Solo Category is for dancers who want to celebrate their passion for Garba, perform on their own, and compete to be recognized as the best of the best.

Couple

Couple

Couple

The Couple Category invites pairs to bring their passion & coordination to the stage, whether you’re life partners, friends, or simply two dancers connected by rhythm.

The Couple Category invites pairs to bring their passion & coordination to the stage, whether you’re life partners, friends, or simply two dancers connected by rhythm.

The Couple Category invites pairs to bring their passion, coordination & magic to the stage, whether you’re life partners, friends, or simply two dancers connected by rhythm.

Group

Group

Group

The Group Category lets you perform together with up to 12 participants, adding power, creativity, and unity to your garba performance.

The Group Category lets you perform together with up to 12 participants, adding power, creativity, and unity to your garba performance.

The Group Category lets you perform together with up to 12 participants, adding power, creativity, and unity to your garba performance.

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INDIA

OTHERS 🌎

Total Registration Fee

Solo- 2500/-* AED

Couple- 4500/-* AED

Group- 24,000/-* AED

UAE

INDIA

OTHERS 🌎

Total Registration Fee

Solo- 2500/-* AED

Couple- 4500/-* AED

Group- 24,000/-* AED

UAE

INDIA

OTHERS 🌎

Total Registration Fee

Solo- 2500/-* AED

Couple- 4500/-* AED

Group- 24,000/-* AED

End of Registration Phase 1: 31st July 2025

End of Registration Phase 1: 31st July 2025

Your registration is so much more than just a spot in a dance competition, it’s a complete cultural and travel experience! All participants will enjoy 11 days in Dubai, with hotel accommodation, pure vegetarian meals, and access to all 11 nights of Navrang Navratri, plus a guided tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Dance, celebrate, explore, and make memories that will last a lifetime!

Your registration is so much more than just a spot in a dance competition, it’s a complete cultural and travel experience! All participants will enjoy 11 days in Dubai, with hotel accommodation, pure vegetarian meals, and access to all 11 nights of Navrang Navratri, plus a guided tour of the city’s most iconic landmarks. Dance, celebrate, explore, and make memories that will last a lifetime!

T&C Apply

T&C Apply

T&C Apply

Rewards

Rewards

Rewards

Exciting Prizes Await.

Exciting Prizes Await.

Exciting Prizes Await.

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INDIA

OTHERS 🌎

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Solo

Win Gold Worth..
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Solo Performer- 640/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st – 4250/-* AED
2nd – 3200-* AED
3rd – 2100/-* AED

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Couple

Win Gold Worth…
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Couple - 1050/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st- 6350/* AED
2nd- 4250/-* AED
3rd- 2100/-* AED

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Group

Win Gold Worth…
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Group- 4250/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st- 63600/* AED
2nd- 42400/-* AED
3rd- 29650/-* AED 4th- 21200/-* AED

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UAE

INDIA

OTHERS 🌎

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Solo

Win Gold Worth..
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Solo Performer- 636/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st – 4240/-* AED
2nd – 3180-* AED
3rd – 2120/-* AED

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Couple

Win Gold Worth…
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Couple - 1060/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st- 6360/* AED
2nd- 4240/-* AED
3rd- 2120/-* AED

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Group

Win Gold Worth…
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Group- 4240/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st- 63596/* AED
2nd- 42397/-* AED
3rd- 29678/-* AED 4th- 21198/-* AED

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UAE

INDIA

OTHERS 🌎

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Stroke Background
Background Design

Solo

Win Gold Worth..
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Solo Performer- 636/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st – 4240/-* AED
2nd – 3180-* AED
3rd – 2120/-* AED

Background
Stroke Background
Background Design

Couple

Win Gold Worth…
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Couple - 1060/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st- 6360/* AED
2nd- 4240/-* AED
3rd- 2120/-* AED

Background
Stroke Background

Group

Win Gold Worth…
Daily Awards (10 days)
Best Group- 4240/-* AED
Win Gold Worth..
Grand Finale Prizes
1st- 63596/* AED
2nd- 42397/-* AED
3rd- 29678/-* AED 4th- 21198/-* AED

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FAQs

FAQs

FAQs

FAQs

Doubts? We’ve Got You Covered

Doubts? We’ve Got
You Covered

Doubts? We’ve Got You Covered

Who can participate in the World Garba Challenge?

Where is the challenge happening?

Is prior professional training in Garba required?

What kind of costumes are expected?

What are the categories?

Is travel cost included in the package? What if I want to arrange my own travel?

Who can participate in the World Garba Challenge?

Where is the challenge happening?

Is prior professional training in Garba required?

What kind of costumes are expected?

What are the categories?

Is travel cost included in the package? What if I want to arrange my own travel?

Who can participate in the World Garba Challenge?

Where is the challenge happening?

Is prior professional training in Garba required?

What kind of costumes are expected?

What are the categories?

Is travel cost included in the package? What if I want to arrange my own travel?