Durga Puja celebrations with the goddess Durga and traditional drummers

Baybasi presents · October 16–18, 2026

Autumn Festival 2026

Three days. One celebration.

Durga Puja, Dandiya, music, and community by the Bay.

Rec Center Meadows · 650 Shell Blvd · Foster City

Free festival entry ✦ Free parking

Ticketed attractions and meal passes are separate.

Plan your visit

Everything essential,
at a glance.

Arrive ready for a joyful weekend by the Bay.

When
October 16–18, 2026
Where
Rec Center Meadows
650 Shell Blvd, Foster City
Entry & parking
Free festival entry
Free parking
Food & meals
Food stalls all three days
Member meals Saturday & Sunday

October 16–18 · Foster City

Make a weekend of it.

Choose your moments, gather your people,
and celebrate with Baybasi.

Baybasi community members celebrating together

Plan the full weekend

Event Pass

Compare day and weekend passes, meal options, and the benefits included with each pass.

Explore Event Passes ↗
Dandiya night with dancers and colorful lights

Friday · October 16

Beats by the Bay

Dandiya starts at 5:00 PM—experience it in the traditional way with Dr Sharvari Dixit & troupe and in a Laser Disco way with DJ Sam.

Buy Dandiya Tickets ↗
Durga Puja at Baybasi

Full weekend

Devotion meets culture

Puja, Pushpanjali, Shakti, cultural performances, and Dhunuchi Naach.

View Full Schedule ↓
Iman Chakraborty live in concert

Sunday · October 18

Moonlight Melody

Celebrate the final day with puja and traditions, then Iman Chakraborty live at 6:00 PM.

Buy Iman Tickets ↗

Puja tradition

Boron Dala

Prepare for the celebration with a Boron Dala from Baybasi. Submit your purchase request through the form.

Purchase Boron Dala ↗
A scenic boat ride on the Foster City Lagoon

Special attraction · Festival weekend

A little time on the lagoon.

Take in Foster City from the water with Baybasi and Edgewater Marine. Check the boat ride page for availability and booking details.

View Boat Ride Options ↗

A world of flavor · All three days

Meet our food stalls.

From kebabs and regional Indian favorites to momos and bakery treats,
there is something delicious waiting throughout the festival.

Kebab

Wah Jee Wah

South Indian Cuisine

Koriander

Bengali Cuisine

The Eden Gardens

Indo-American Cuisine

Kosta Curries

Nepalese Cuisine

Urban Momos

Bakery

Butter & Roses

Food stalls are available Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. Individual stall hours and menu availability may vary.

Your weekend, at a glance

The festival schedule.

Cultural program details ↓

All times are Pacific Daylight Time (Foster City). Choose a day or search for an activity.

Saturday October 17

  1. Puja

    Saptami/Ashtami

  2. Puja

    Pushpanjali

  3. Puja

    Bhog

  4. Puja

    Prasad Distribution

  5. Dining

    Member Lunch

  6. Cultural

    Shakti - Cultural Program

  7. Puja

    Sandhi Puja

  8. Puja

    Sandhya Arati & Dhunuchi Naach

  9. Cultural

    Cultural Program Starts

  10. Dining

    Member Dinner

Sunday October 18

  1. Puja

    Nabami/Dashami

  2. Puja

    Boli

  3. Puja

    Yagya

  4. Puja

    Bishorjon

  5. Puja

    Sindoor Khela

  6. Dining

    Member Lunch

  7. Cultural

    Moonlight Melody - Iman Chakraborty Live in Concert

    Get tickets for Iman Chakraborty ↗
  8. Dining

    Member Dinner

Boat ride times are listed separately on the boat ride page.

Saturday, October 17 · In the spotlight

Cultural Program Details

Tradition, innovation, and togetherness
at Recreation Center Meadows.

Baybasi Cultural Program flyer for October 17, 2026, featuring Agomoni, Symbiosis, and Runway Renaissance
View full-size flyer

People · Culture · Innovation

Culture unites us.

Three expressions of our shared heritage.

Agomoni

Songs, Dhak, Shonkho — Our Unified Voice

Symbiosis

Coexistence of Human & AI

Runway Renaissance

Featuring the Baybasi men on ramp!

A little planning. A memorable weekend.

Meet us by the Bay.

Rec Center Meadows

650 Shell Blvd
Foster City, California

October 16–18

Friday through Sunday, 2026.

Free parking

Nearby public parking is available within walking distance. View parking locations and map ↓

Free festival entry

Ticketed attractions and member meals have separate passes or tickets.

Food & meals

Food stalls are available all three days. See the schedule for member lunch and dinner, and check pass inclusions before booking.

Plan your visit

Parking & walking routes

Nearby public parking is available within walking distance of Rec Center Meadows, 650 Shell Blvd, Foster City.

  1. 670 Shell Blvd
  2. 1000 E Hillsdale Blvd
  3. 610 Foster City Blvd

Follow the walking routes shown on the map to the event location and observe posted parking and access signs.

Parking map showing lots at 670 Shell Blvd, 1000 E Hillsdale Blvd, and 610 Foster City Blvd, with walking routes to Rec Center Meadows at 650 Shell Blvd.
View full-size parking map ↗

Before you head out

A few useful answers.

Is the festival free to attend?

Festival entry and parking are free. Dandiya, the Iman concert, boat rides, and member meals have separate ticket or pass arrangements. Check the relevant booking page before purchasing.

Which ticket or pass should I choose?

Start with Event Passes to compare dates and included benefits. For a single attraction, use the Dandiya, Iman, or Boat Ride links above. Check inclusions to avoid booking the same benefit twice.

Where can I find the puja and cultural timings?

The schedule on this page lists all three days. The Cultural Program section includes the flyer and program details.

When are boat rides available?

Boat rides are advertised for the October 16–18 festival weekend. Visit the boat ride booking section for available times and details.

Where can I ask about accessibility or other arrangements?

Contact Baybasi through the Join Us page before your visit for questions about access, seating, or other arrangements.

Our Sponsors

Culture · Community · Impact

More than a festival.

Baybasi brings the Bay Area together through Bengali and Indian culture, community programs, and giving back. Find your place beyond the festival weekend.

Made possible together

Thank you to our supporters.

Local businesses and community partners help bring Baybasi celebrations to life.

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