Garba in New Jersey: Your Navratri 2026 Guide
The undisputed capital of American Garba, where the diaspora season sets its standard.
Navratri 2026 runs from October 11 to 20, and New Jersey is gearing up for nine nights of raas. If American Garba has a capital, it is the Edison–Iselin corridor of central New Jersey — the busiest, most competitive Garba market in the country.
The main floor
Much of the season centers on the Edison Convention & Expo Center, with Navratri Inc. and Shayona Events among the organizers shaping the nightly lineups. Expect a mix of traditional taali Garba early in the evening and higher-energy live sets as the night builds.
Getting tickets
Nightly passes typically run $40–$150, with premium celebrity nights higher, and most organizers offer multi-night bundles plus a group discount for parties of ten or more. Browse and book every New Jersey night on Rameelo.
For a deeper local breakdown — venues, parking, and which nights to prioritize — Rameelo's editorial team maintains a full New Jersey Garba guide.
Plan your night
Doors usually open around 7 PM but the floor rarely fills before 10. Wear broken-in footwear, hydrate, and save something for the midnight raas — that's when New Jersey is at its best.
Events Editor
Anjali Shah
Anjali maps the global Garba calendar, from Ahmedabad's heritage grounds to diaspora nights in New Jersey and London. If there is a beat worth dancing to, she has the guest list.