Delhi-NCR Weekend Guide: Best Events, Festivals, and Runs (Sept 26–27, 2026)

The National Capital Region is transforming into a vibrant hub of culture, entertainment, and fitness this weekend. Whether you want to experience heritage open-air festivals, sample craft brews, explore contemporary art, or lace up your running shoes for a community fitness challenge, there is plenty happening across the capital, Delhi. Here is your complete curation of the top events taking place on September 26 and 27, 2026.

1. Cultural Heritage and Open-Air Festivals

Virasat 2026 at Sunder Nursery

If you want to spend your evening surrounded by history and nature, head down to Sunder Nursery. The popularVirasat 2026festival transforms the 16th-century Mughal-era gardens into an open-air celebration of traditional crafts, regional food, and live classical and folk music sets. It offers a relaxed, family-friendly atmosphere ideal for winding down after a busy week.

• When:September 24–27, from 7:00 PM to 10:00 PM
• Where:Sunder Nursery, Nizamuddin, New Delhi
• Entry:Tickets start from ₹199

2. Food, Drink, and Social Gatherings

Great India Beer Fest

For those looking for high-energy weekend plans, theGreat India Beer Fest 2026takes over the NSIC Exhibition Ground in Okhla. This massive festival brings together a wide selection of craft breweries, international beer brands, two distinct music stages featuring Bollywood and techno beats, food trucks, and interactive entertainment zones like a Beer Garden and Beer Olympics.

• When:Saturday, September 26, starting at 12:30 PM
• Where:NSIC Exhibition Ground, Gate 6, Okhla, New Delhi
• Entry:Ticketed via BookMyShow

3. Art, Design, and Creative Showcases

Delhi Art Weekend: The Eighth City

Art enthusiasts can explore the sophomore edition ofDelhi Art Weekendat Travancore Palace on Kasturba Gandhi Marg. Centered around the theme “The Eighth City,” the event explores Delhi’s constant evolution and history of migration through the central exhibitionEka: Fragments of Arrival. Visitors can also attend panel discussions with notable creators, curated retail pop-ups, and hands-on workshops ranging from light art to graphic novel design.

• When:September 26–27, starting from 11:00 AM
• Where:Travancore Palace, KG Marg, New Delhi
• Entry:Passes start at ₹999 (workshops ticketed separately)

4. Fitness and Outdoor Endurance

Run Yodha 2026

Fitness enthusiasts and early risers can head over to Noida forRun Yodha 2026, led by fitness icon Milind Soman. Designed to challenge self-doubt and build inner discipline, the event features multiple categories including a 3K fun run, 5K and 10K timed runs, and a full 21K half marathon. Registrations include timing bibs, finisher medals, hydration support, and recovery zones.

• When:Sunday, September 27, starting at 5:00 AM
• Where:JBM Global School, Sector 132, Noida
• Entry:Paid registration via ticketing platforms

Plan Your Transit:Traffic around central hubs like Mandi House, Connaught Place, and Okhla tends to build up quickly on weekend afternoons. Utilizing Delhi Metro lines (such as the Violet or Yellow lines) will help you navigate the city smoothly between events.