Pune: Phoenix
Avenue of Stars, Viman Nagar, has unveiled Phoenix Festival 2026, a
90-day celebration of fashion, fine dining, entertainment, culture and festive
experiences, bringing Pune’s most anticipated time of the year to life.
From a Navaratri, [MN1] Dussehra
and Diwali to Black Friday, Christmas and New Year’s Eve, the season brings
together new collections, sought-after brands, live performances, culinary
experiences and cultural programming, with a thoughtfully curated calendar
unfolding over the coming months.
The grand
launch of Phoenix Festival on 3rd October set the tone with an
evening of fashion and glamour. Bollywood heart throb Taha Shah joined
fashion personality Gurleen Grewal to conclude
the finale of Phoenix Mega Model hunt by Prasad Bidapa. The contestants walked the ramp by
featuring some of the leading
brands including Armani
Exchange, Superdry, The Collective, Aldo, Tasva, Forever New
and Archana Kochhar.
The spirit
of the season extends beyond the runway. From discovering the latest autumn-winter
collections and enjoying fine dining to evenings of music, art and
entertainment, the festival brings together experiences for those who
celebrates fashion, culture and the festive vibes.
Adding to
the Diwali setting is Fountain of Light, a contemporary installation at
the South Entrance. Radiant light, sculptural forms and striking photo
moments create an elegant festive landmark and a distinctive backdrop for the
season.
The calendar
ahead brings together a mix of fashion, music and culture, including MAX Urban
Unmute, Phoenix Dandiya Nights, Quick Style, Indian Ocean Live and Jupiter Pe
Juice and many more.
A special
cultural highlight will be the Diwali Pahaat featuring Grammy Award-winning
flautist Pandit Rakesh Chaurasia on 6th November[MN2] .
Rooted in one of Maharashtra’s most cherished festive traditions, the morning
will bring classical music and artistry together in an experience that
celebrates the cultural richness of the season.
In December,
one of the city’s most awaited Christmas experiences will come alive,
transforming the destination into a spectacular world of Christmas magic, with
immersive décor, entertainment and experiences bringing the wonder of Christmas
to life for families, children, friends and shoppers.
This will
bring together global cuisines, dining experiences, and entertainment,
creating an indulgent finale to the festive calendar.
The
spokesperson said, “Phoenix
Festival brings together the many facets of the festive season fashion, food,
entertainment, culture and time well spent. Over the next 90 days, we have
curated a calendar that moves from high-energy fashion and live performances to
intimate cultural experiences, festive dining and the magic of Christmas. It is
about giving Pune something new to discover at every stage of the season.”
With its calendar now underway, Phoenix Festival 2026 brings a distinctly stylish and indulgent character to Pune’s festive season a place to celebrate, dine, dress up and make an occasion of every outing.