The LA metro area's Indian community concentrates in Cerritos, Artesia (Little India), Irvine, Anaheim Hills, Chino Hills, Northridge, Torrance and Diamond Bar. Navratri 2026 (Oct 11-20) brings Garba, Dandiya, Durga Puja and Bathukamma across SoCal.

Navratri begins on Sunday, October 11, 2026 and continues through Vijayadashami / Dussehra on Tuesday, October 20, 2026 per location-based panchang calendars. Local puja and event timings vary by city.

LA/OC Indian Community

Greater Los Angeles + Orange County has an estimated 200,000+ Indian-origin residents. Concentrations: Cerritos, Artesia Pioneer Blvd (Little India), Irvine, Anaheim Hills, Chino Hills, Diamond Bar, Northridge, Torrance, Fullerton.

Hindu Temples Hosting Navratri Events

  • Malibu Hindu Temple - iconic Sri Venkateswara temple, grand 9-day Navratri + spectacular Vijayadashami
  • BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir (Chino Hills) - largest BAPS mandir in western US; grand Dandiya nights
  • Sri Venkateswara Temple of Southern California (Calabasas)
  • Hindu Temple of Southern California (Norwalk) - established South Indian temple
  • ISKCON Los Angeles (Culver City) - historic Hare Krishna temple, Krishna-Rama tradition
  • Sri Vishwa Vidyapeetham (Chatsworth)
  • Chinmaya Mission Rancho Palos Verdes

Community Associations

  • Federation of Indo-Americans of Southern California - major umbrella events
  • Gujarati Association of Los Angeles - multi-night Garba
  • Bengali Association of Southern California (BASC) - Durga Puja pandal
  • Telangana Cultural Association Southern California - Bathukamma events
  • Tamil Sangam of Southern California - Golu + Saraswati Puja
  • Marathi Mandal SoCal
  • Kannada Sahitya Sangha

Typical Navratri Events in LA/OC

  • Multi-night Garba at Cerritos Center, Irvine community halls, Chino Hills BAPS complex, Anaheim Convention Center
  • Malibu Hindu Temple: elaborate 9-day Navratri with famous Vijayadashami rathotsavam
  • BAPS Chino Hills: multi-night Dandiya with thousands of attendees
  • Artesia Pioneer Blvd (Little India): festival shopping + community events
  • Bengali Durga Puja pandal at Norwalk / Cerritos (Oct 17-19)
  • Dussehra Ravan Dahan at Artesia Park or Cerritos community events

Find Navratri Events in LA/OC 2026

  • Facebook: "LA Navratri 2026", "Irvine Garba", "Malibu Hindu Temple events"
  • Eventbrite: "Garba Los Angeles 2026"
  • Temple websites: Malibu Hindu Temple, BAPS Chino Hills, SV Calabasas publish 2-3 weeks ahead
  • India Journal LA newspaper
  • WhatsApp: community groups via India Sweets and Spices Artesia, Indian grocers

Practical Tips for LA/OC Families

  • LA October: 60-80°F pleasant - light jacket for evening
  • Book Garba passes 3 weeks ahead - major events fill up
  • Traditional dress: Artesia Pioneer Blvd (Little India LA) has 20+ Indian dress stores; Irvine District
  • Parking at BAPS Chino Hills excellent; Malibu Hindu Temple limited (arrive early)
  • Traffic: LA freeways congested in evenings - factor 60-90 min for events
  • Ticketed events $25-60 per adult per night

FAQ

Where is the biggest Navratri temple event in LA?

Malibu Hindu Temple hosts elaborate 9-day Navratri + famous Vijayadashami rathotsavam. BAPS Chino Hills has largest Dandiya nights.

What is Artesia Little India?

Pioneer Blvd corridor in Artesia - Southern California's major Indian shopping + dining district. Extra festival stalls + extended hours during Navratri.

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Where to buy chaniya choli in LA?

Artesia Pioneer Blvd (Little India) - 20+ Indian dress stores. Also Irvine District, Cerritos.

Disclaimer: Event details change - verify with organizers.