SharadRatri2026 Invite-Only Cultural Celebration in Ahmedabad
Aarambh & Anant
Two invite-only nights of community, devotion and celebration in Ahmedabad. From the first night of Navratri to the radiance of Sharad Poonam, a journey of rituals, authenticity and Shakti.
A community celebration of Shakti.
A Celebration Rooted in Meaning
Sharad Ratri is a private, invite-only cultural celebration created for those who value tradition, beauty, devotion and community.
Sharad Ratri is a non-commercial celebration, organised privately by Shruti Chaturvedi and Manu Khera, as a personal offering to community and culture.
Hosted in Ahmedabad, Sharad Ratri brings together a curated circle of exactly 1,100 guests per evening across two distinct nights: Aarambh and Anant.
Now in its third year, Sharad Ratri has grown into a refined cultural gathering, known for its warmth, aesthetics, authenticity and deeply rooted festive spirit.
This is where tradition is experienced with grace.
3
Years of Sharad Ratri
2
Invite-Only Nights
1,100
Guests Per Evening
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Saatvik Meals
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Celebration With Purpose
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Authentic Cultural Experience
From the First Flame to the Infinite Moon
Aarambh is the beginning. Anant is the infinite.
Amavasya
Aarambh
The first flame
Navratri
Nine Nights
Rhythm returns
Waxing
The Arc
Devotion grows
Sharad Poonam
Anant
The infinite moon
Aarambh
The First Night. The First Flame.
Aarambh is hosted on the first night of Navratri, marking the beginning of the festive season. The evening is designed around the energy of invocation, shakti and auspicious beginnings.
The theme for Aarambh 2026 is Red & Gold, symbolising strength, celebration, prosperity and sacred energy. Festive, powerful, intimate. The night where the season begins, where rhythm returns, where the circle forms again.
- Occasion
- First Night of Navratri
- Date
- 11 October 2026
- Theme
- Red & Gold
- Entry
- Strictly by invitation
- Guests
- Approximately 1,100
- Bhojan
- Saatvik, prepared in the pure tradition
- City
- Ahmedabad
The circle begins again
Hands up, heart open
Red, gold, devotion
Chaniya in motion
Families at Aarambh
Moonlight, white and gold
A quiet namaste
Dudh poha under Sharad Poonam
A twirl in ivory
The circle forms
Anant
The Full Moon. The Infinite.
Anant is hosted on Sharad Poonam, the luminous full moon night that marks grace, abundance and the beginning of the winter season.
The theme for Anant 2026 is White & Gold, inspired by moonlight, purity, serenity and timeless celebration. A softer, divine energy: the glow of the moon, the quiet arrival of winter, and the ritual of sharing dudh poha under the full moon.
- Occasion
- Sharad Poonam
- Date
- 25 October 2026
- Theme
- White & Gold
- Entry
- Strictly by invitation
- Guests
- Approximately 1,100
- Bhojan
- Saatvik, prepared in the pure tradition
- Ritual
- Dudh poha for all guests
Live from @sharadratri
Moments, behind the scenes and the road to 2026.
The official feed of Sharad Ratri. Tap any tile to open Instagram.
Every detail, with intention
Ghatasthapana
The sacred kalash is established at the start of Navratri, inviting the presence of Maa Durga into the celebration.
Chandi Paath
Recitation of the Durga Saptashati to invoke Maa Durga, performed with all attendees participating together.
Saatvik Bhojan
Meals prepared without onion and garlic, honouring the devotional spirit of the season.
Dudh Poha on Sharad Poonam
A ritual serving of milk-soaked poha shared with all guests on the full moon night.
Garba returns to the earth, under the open sky
Sharad Ratri 2026 offers select brand association opportunities for brands that align with culture, elegance, premium audiences and meaningful community presence.
With two invite-only gatherings of exactly 1,100 curated guests per evening, Sharad Ratri offers brands a rare opportunity to be part of a high-trust, culturally rooted environment in Ahmedabad.
This is a refined cultural setting where brand presence is thoughtful, respectful and aligned with the spirit of the celebration.
Possible association formats
Audience
Entrepreneurs · Founders · Creators · Artists · Families · Cultural Patrons · Ahmedabad's premium social circles · Women-led communities · Next-generation decision makers
Moments of devotion, rhythm & beauty
Shaped through people, rituals, music, food and shared memory.
The circle begins again
Red, gold and the first night of devotion
A gathering of grace
Moonlight, white and gold
Three years of memories
Dudh poha under Sharad Poonam
Ahmedabad, together in celebration
Strictly Invite-Only
Sharad Ratri 2026 is a community celebration. Entry is by invitation only.
Guests may express interest through the official AllEvents link. Each submission is reviewed by the organising team for consideration.
The organising team will review submissions and extend invitations on a curated or lottery basis, subject to capacity and availability.
Each evening is limited to exactly 1,100 guests to preserve the intimacy, dignity and experience of the celebration.
Entry by confirmed invitation
A curated guest list
Entry by confirmed invitation only
Submissions reviewed for invitation