Couple
2 peopleEntry for two, with the gala dinner for both.
Early bird₹6,500 + GST
Regular₹7,500 + GST
Cicada Presents
New Year's Eve 2026Celebration
Ring in 2027 under the stars, in the coffee hills of Chikkamagaluru.
- WhenThursday, 31 December 2026
8 PM to 1 AM - WhereSamara Gardens at Cicada Leisure
Kuduvalli Village, Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka - Line-upRoute 96 live, gala dinner, DJ Kiran after midnight
Early bird from ₹3,500 + GST.From ₹4,000 + GST. 500 passes only.
The night
Live music, a gala dinner, and the coffee hills at midnight
Live on stage
Route 96
Route 96 takes the stage to carry the night into 2027.
Your host for the night
Abner Dias
After midnight, on the decks
DJ Kiran
DJ Kiran takes over after midnight and plays till 1 AM.
From our kitchen
Gala dinner
A gala dinner from our own kitchen, included with every pass. Drinks are not included and are paid for at the bar.
The venue
Samara Gardens at Cicada Leisure
An open-air garden at Cicada Leisure in Kuduvalli Village, just outside Chikkamagaluru town, set among the coffee hills.
Please note
Dress code
An evening of timeless formals in black and white.
Thursday, 31 December 2026
Schedule
- 8:00 PMDoors openWelcome and arrivals.
- 8:30 PMRoute 96, first setLive on stage.
- 9:30 PMGala dinnerFrom our own kitchen.
- 10:30 PMRoute 96, second setThe run up to midnight.
- 11:50 PMCountdownWith your host, Abner Dias.
- 12:00 AMDJ KiranOn the decks till 1 AM.
Passes
Get your passes
Early bird prices for the first 150 passes, then regular prices apply automatically.Early bird has sold out. Regular prices apply. 500 passes only.
Ladies
1 personEntry for one woman, with the gala dinner.
Early bird₹3,500 + GST
Regular₹4,000 + GST
Kids (12 to 17)
1 personFor guests aged 12 to 17, with the gala dinner. Must be booked with a Couple or Ladies pass.
Early bird₹2,000 + GST
Regular₹2,500 + GST
- Every pass includes entry, the live band, the gala dinner and the DJ after midnight.
- Drinks are not included. Pay at the bar.
- Children under 12 come free and need no pass. Tell us how many at checkout so the kitchen can plan.
- No stag entry.
- Prices are plus 18% GST, shown before you pay.
UPI, Indian and international cards. Payments by Razorpay. Max 10 passes per order.
Getting there
Samara Gardens at Cicada Leisure
Kuduvalli Village, Chikkamagaluru, Karnataka
- Free on-site parking at the venue.
- Open the map pin in Google Maps for turn-by-turn directions to the gate.
- By road from Bengaluru: about 255 km, around 4.5 hours.
- Nearest airport: Mangaluru (IXE), about 145 km, around 3 hours by road.
The cause
A night with a purpose
This New Year's Eve supports restoring sight and hearing for children.
We will share more about our partner and the work here soon.
Good to know
Questions
What does a pass include?
Entry, Route 96 live, the gala dinner from our kitchen, and DJ Kiran after midnight. Drinks are not included and are paid for at the bar.
Which pass should I buy?
Couple passes are for two people. Ladies passes are for one woman. Kids passes are for guests aged 12 to 17 and must be booked with a Couple or Ladies pass. There is no stag entry.
Do children need a pass?
Children under 12 come free and need no pass. Tell us how many at checkout so the kitchen can plan. Guests aged 12 to 17 need a Kids pass.
How does early bird pricing work?
The first 150 passes sold are at early bird prices. After that, regular prices apply automatically.
Is GST included?
Prices are plus 18% GST. You see the full amount, with GST, before you pay.
How will I get my passes?
Straight after payment you land on your pass page, and we email you the link. Every guest gets their own QR code. Show it at the gate on your phone or printed.
Can I get a refund or give my pass to someone else?
Passes are non-refundable. You can hand a pass on by forwarding your pass link. If we cancel the event, you get a full refund.
What should I wear?
Timeless formals in black and white. Chikkamagaluru nights get cool in December, so bring a layer that suits the dress code.
Is there parking?
Yes, free on-site parking at the venue.
How can I pay?
UPI, and Indian and international cards, through Razorpay.
How many passes can I buy at once?
Up to 10 passes per order, where a Couple pass counts as two. For bigger groups or a table, call or WhatsApp us.
Big plans?
Groups and tables
Coming as a group, or want a table together? Call or WhatsApp us and we will set it up.