Lucknow: The wait is over. Brace for exciting evenings as the three-day mega Adani Times Garba Utsav 2026 kicks off today at the Ekana Football Stadium in the city.The excitement is building among ticket-holders, especially women who are prepping their festive look with colourful chanya cholis, mirror-work outfits, statement earrings and stacks of bangles. The extravaganza will present a blend of music, dance and festive fashion, with the event starting at 7pm each day.While tickets are available online, you can also grab free entry passes for today and tomorrow by visiting TOI office with the clipping of this news report today.So get ready to step into a vibrant carnival of craft and play where imagination takes center stage. From sinking your hands into cool clay at the pottery wheel to testing your split-second reflexes in the viral falling sticks challenge, every corner will be packed with hands-on excitement. Stroll through a dreamy artisan lane brimming with custom candle bars, forever-in-bloom crochet bouquets, and DIY charm counters where you can string together personalized phone accessories and beaded bracelets to take home.Garba attire calls for meticulous selection. Traditional chanya cholis featuring mirror work, embroidery and vibrant patterns remain popular choices, along with dupattas, oxidised jewellery, waist belts, bindis and decorative hair accessories.“I have booked tickets and now busy finalising my outfit for the evenings. I want the entire look to reflect the festive spirit,” said college student Aarti Singh.Business woman Deepika Sharma and her friends are planning different looks. “We are looking for outfits that look traditional but are easy to move in. Lightweight chanya cholis, secure dupattas and comfortable footwear matter because we want to dance for hours without constantly adjusting our clothes,” she said.In the age of social media, many participants want to dazzle in reels too “I want my attire to get lots of ‘likes’. The mirror-work chanya choli, colourful bangles and statement earrings come up good in photos and reels. Garba is not just about dancing; it is also about capturing those moments with friends,” said college professor Amita Kharwar.
