South Side Story 2026: South Indian Food, Music and Cultural Festival

South Side Story is back in Delhi for its 8th edition, bringing a big celebration of South Indian music, food and culture to the city. Organised by RED FM, the festival has grown over the years from a music-led event into a two-day cultural experience around the Onam season.

This year, the Delhi edition will be held indoors at the KD Jadhav Indoor Stadium on 29 and 30 August 2026. The festival brings together a wide range of artists and performers, covering everything from Bharatanatyam and folk-inspired music to rock, film music, independent sounds and Malayalam hip-hop.

The lineup includes Shobana, Thaikkudam Bridge, The Raghu Dixit Project, Masala Coffee, Aksomaniac, Arya Dhayal, Sooraj Santhosh, Karthik and Baby Jean. The detailed artist performance schedule and timings are yet to be announced.

Apart from the live music, South Side Story will also feature South Indian food, cultural experiences, shopping and activity zones. The Delhi edition will have a traditional Onam Sadhya, served separately as a ticketed dining experience. The Sadhya is not included in the festival entry pass.

Festival passes give access to both event days and all the live performances and festival experiences. Food, beverages, Sadhya, merchandise and other paid activities are not included unless specifically mentioned. The event is primarily a standing festival, although limited seating may be available in designated areas. Children are welcome, while those above 12 years of age require a separate ticket.

Event Details

Dates: 29 and 30 August 2026
Gates Open: 11:30 AM
Final Performance: Around 10:30 PM
Venue: KD Jadhav Indoor Stadium, IG Stadium, New Delhi
Entry: Ticketed
Tickets: Skillbox. Available in multiple categories; prices currently start from around ₹899 and go up depending on the category and availability.

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