Qutub Festival 2026 Brings Classical Music to Mehrauli

The Qutub Festival 2026, Delhi’s classical music festival at the Qutub Minar grounds, runs from 20 to 22 November in Mehrauli, with shows starting at 5pm each evening, according to a Time Out Delhi events listing. The festival is hosted by Delhi Tourism and has run for almost a decade.

For Delhi readers and visitors, this is one of the cheaper ways to see a heritage site after dark. The ticket costs about as much as a cup of tea, and the setting is a World Heritage monument.

What the Qutub Festival 2026 offers

The festival presents live classical music against the stone of the Qutub complex. Delhi Tourism uses it to show the city’s art and heritage together. The listing does not name the artists, so check the official announcement closer to the dates.

Evening performances suit the site well. The sandstone minar and the older ruins nearby look very different once the lights come on. Many visitors treat the festival as both a concert and a heritage walk.

Tickets and entry

Prices depend on your nationality and on how you buy. Indian citizens pay ₹35 online and ₹40 offline. Foreign nationals pay ₹550 online and ₹600 offline. Children under 15 do not need a ticket.

Booking online saves a little money and avoids a queue at the gate. The listing does not say which website sells the tickets. Look for the Delhi Tourism channels, and be careful with unofficial resellers.

How to reach Mehrauli

The nearest station is Qutab Minar on the Yellow Line of the Delhi Metro. From there, an auto or e-rickshaw covers the last stretch. Evening traffic around Mehrauli can be slow, so the metro is usually the easier choice.

Plan to arrive early. Entry checks take time, and the best seats usually fill first. Carry a light jacket, because November evenings in Delhi turn cool after sunset.

Make it a weekend plan

Delhi has a busy calendar this month. The India International Trade Fair is on until 27 November at Bharat Mandapam. Travellers outside Delhi can also look at the Rann Utsav season in Kutch.

FAQ

When is the Qutub Festival 2026?

It runs from 20 to 22 November 2026. Performances begin at 5pm on each of the three days.

How much are Qutub Festival tickets?

Indian citizens pay ₹35 online or ₹40 offline. Foreign nationals pay ₹550 online or ₹600 offline. Children under 15 enter free.

Which metro station is closest to the Qutub Festival?

Qutab Minar station on the Yellow Line is the nearest. You can take an auto or e-rickshaw for the short ride to the grounds.