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If you are occupied with work and not able to execute travel plans, you can still celebrate Pongal by attending exciting events in Chennai. Check out the list of events that would transform your night into a memorable one with your loved ones. From attending a myriad of traditional performances
to relishing several regional dishes, you can enjoy plenty of things out here.
Top 5 Pongal Events in Chennai
• Helicopter Pongal Cultural Fest Night
This festival will be organized from 15 to 17 January 2026 and held at Aerodon Heli Station, Chennai. From complimentary dinner options, a selfie with a helicopter, DJ Night, cinematic & fire dance performances by participants of India's Got Talent, to mimicry and kids' activities, it will offer several options.
• Pongal Camp 2026
Pongal Camp 2026 is an exciting event to be organized for kids from 10 to 20 January from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Kids can unleash their creativity and learn through an array of activities, including gymnastics, no-flame cooking, art & craft, science experiments, clay modelling, dance & music, and fun games.
• Chennai Sangamam Rajarathinam Stadium
From 14 to 18 Jan, Chennai Sangamam will be organized at Rajarathinam Stadium, and you can witness a rich tapestry of music, dance, literature, and culinary traditions. You can also relish a variety of Tamil delicacies and look forward to an incredible cultural odyssey.
• Pongalo Pongal
Pongalo Pongal will be organized at Novotel, Chennai, from 14 to 18 January. You can celebrate the harvest season at Pongalo Pongal, a special food festival inspired by Tamil Nadu cuisine. From lunch and dinner options to & delicious Sunday brunch, you can indulge in a variety of food.
• Beach Side Pongal Thiruvizha
Beach Side Pongal Thiruvizha will be organized at MCM Beach Resort from 16 to 18 January, and you can witness the rich Tamil heritage. You can watch traditional performances like Karagattam, Thappattam, Mayilattam, Poikal Kuthirai, along with fun activities like pottery making, mehendi, face painting, gun shooting, and astrology.
Thus, these are the top 5 Pongal events in Chennai for an enriching cultural experience.
