Annual elders’ fest Hiriyara Habba in Bengaluru on October 4
The organisers are expecting 800 senior citizens from 40 old-age homes across Bengaluru to come together for the event, supported by over 800 volunteers
The Volunteers (VTVO) has announced Hiriyara Jaatre 2026, the annual elders' festival in Bengaluru, set to take place on Sunday, October 4, 2026. This event, which began in 2017, brings together senior citizens from various old-age homes for a day filled with games, sports, entertainment, and cultural performances. According to the organizers, this year, approximately 800 senior citizens from 40 old-age homes across Bengaluru will participate, supported by around 800 volunteers.
The organizers emphasize that the elders will not merely be spectators, but active participants, performers, and competitors throughout the celebration. The festivities are scheduled to commence at New Horizon Gurukul School in Kadubeesanahalli at 7 a.m. and will continue until 5 p.m.
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