Music & Dance · Odisha
Chaitra Parba, Mayurbhanj
Baripada, Mayurbhanj, Baripada
Photo of the area: Skasish, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Spring Chhau dance performances in Baripada.
Mayurbhanj Chhau, a martial dance form listed by UNESCO, is performed in Baripada during Chaitra Parba in April. In 2026 it was held from 11 to 13 April.
Planning a visit
- When: Usually April. The next dates have not been announced yet. The last edition was held 11 – 13 Apr 2026.
- Where: Baripada, Mayurbhanj, Baripada, Odisha.
- Book stays early if your dates fall on the main days: towns fill up around popular fairs and festivals.
Sources
Last checked 27 October 2026. Dates and arrangements are set by the organisers and can change.
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