Seattle's Indian-American tech community concentrates in Bellevue, Redmond, Sammamish, Issaquah, Bothell and Kirkland. Navratri 2026 (Oct 11-20) brings Garba, Dandiya, Durga Puja and Bathukamma across the Eastside.

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.

Seattle Indian Community

Greater Seattle has an estimated 130,000+ Indian-origin residents - largely a tech-driven community. Concentrations: Bellevue, Redmond (Microsoft HQ), Sammamish, Issaquah, Bothell, Kirkland, Renton, Newcastle, Newport Hills.

Hindu Temples Hosting Navratri Events

  • Hindu Temple & Cultural Center of the Pacific Northwest (Bothell) - largest Hindu temple in Seattle area; grand 9-day Navratri programs
  • BAPS Swaminarayan Mandir (Bothell) - Gujarati community Dandiya nights
  • Sri Vinayaka Temple (Federal Way)
  • Bhagavad Vidyapeeth (Sammamish)
  • ISKCON Seattle
  • Chinmaya Vrindavan Seattle (Bellevue)

Community Associations

  • Gujarati Cultural Society of Seattle - major Garba nights
  • Bengali Association of Greater Seattle - Durga Puja pandal
  • Telugu Association of Greater Seattle - Bathukamma events
  • Tamil Association of Seattle (TAS) - Golu + Ayudha Puja
  • Kannada Kali Seattle
  • Marathi Mandal Seattle

Tech Company Employee Resource Groups

  • Microsoft Redmond: Indian ERG multi-day Navratri celebration
  • Amazon Seattle/Bellevue: Indian affinity group events
  • Google Kirkland: Indian ERG programs
  • Meta Bellevue: Multi-cultural Navratri events
  • Boeing Everett: Employee-organized celebrations

Typical Navratri Events in Seattle

  • Multi-night Garba at Bellevue Community Center, Redmond Old Redmond Schoolhouse, Sammamish Commons
  • BAPS Bothell Dandiya + Garba nights
  • Bengali Durga Puja pandal at Bothell/Redmond (Oct 17-19)
  • Telugu Bathukamma at Redmond community centers
  • Dussehra Ravan Dahan at Bellevue or Redmond (Sat closest to Oct 20)

Find Navratri Events in Seattle 2026

  • Facebook: "Seattle Navratri 2026", "Bellevue Garba"
  • Eventbrite: "Garba Seattle 2026"
  • Temple websites: HTCCPNW Bothell, BAPS Bothell publish 2-3 weeks ahead
  • WhatsApp: community groups via Bellevue Indian grocers (Namaste Plaza, Apna Bazaar)

Practical Tips for Seattle Families

  • Seattle October: 45-60°F cool + rainy - warm jacket + rain-ready essential
  • Book Garba passes 2-3 weeks ahead
  • Traditional dress: Bellevue Crossroads Mall Indian boutiques, Redmond Indian stores
  • Parking at HTCCPNW Bothell + BAPS Bothell ample
  • Ticketed events $25-50 per adult per night

FAQ

Where is the biggest Navratri temple event in Seattle?

Hindu Temple & Cultural Center of the Pacific Northwest (Bothell) - largest temple in Seattle area with 9-day celebrations.

Are there Microsoft/Amazon Navratri events?

Yes - both companies have active Indian ERGs that organize internal Navratri celebrations for employees.

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Where to buy chaniya choli in Seattle?

Bellevue Crossroads Mall, Redmond area Indian boutiques, some Bellevue Square stores stock during festival season.

Disclaimer: Event details change - verify with organizers.