Pujo ParikramaOpen appPark Street Allen Park Puja Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Park Street Allen Park Puja (পার্ক স্ট্রিট অ্যালেন পার্ক) is a Durga Puja pandal in College Street & Sealdah, Kolkata. A well-known puja in College St. Pin is approximate (centre of Park Street); ask locally for the exact lane. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). There is no metro within walking distance: the nearest station, Park Street, is 1.4 km away, so take an auto, bus or cab. Plan about 15 minutes inside, then walk on to Taltala Sarbojanin, about 21 minutes away.
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2026 theme: Tandav
Park Street's first-ever puja: Shiva's tandav and Parvati. As reported by sangbadpratidin.in; themes can change before the puja.
Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Tandav
- Address
- Allen Park, Mallick Bazaar, Ripon Street, Kolkata 700017 (area only; the exact address is not confirmed)
- Area
- College Street & Sealdah (Central Kolkata)
- Known for
- neighbourhood puja
- Popularity
- 3 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 15 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Park Street, Blue Line · 1.4 km (too far to walk: take an auto, bus or cab)
- Coordinates
- 22.54712, 88.36050 (approximate)
- Driving
- Avoid driving: the lanes are closed to cars most evenings.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Taltala Sarbojanin: 21 min walk (844 m) · theme: Bangadarshan
- Adi Sammilati Sarbojanin: 22 min walk (885 m)
- Chakraberia Sarbojanin: 42 min walk (1.7 km)
Food nearby
- Shiraz Golden Restaurant: Mutton biryani, Chaap, Firni · 8 min walk
- The Chocolate Room: Tea, Coffee · 10 min walk
- Baba Tea: Tea, Coffee · 14 min walk
- Arsalan (Park Circus): Mutton biryani, Chicken chaap · 16 min walk
Parking
- Quest Mall (Ballygunge Circular Rd) · 1.0 km, 25 min walk · ₹50/hr
- Forum Mall (Elgin Road) · 1.3 km, 31 min walk · ₹40–60/hr
Help nearby
- Public toilet: unnamed · 732 m, 18 min walk
- Hospital: Institute Of Neurosciences Kolkata · 162 m, 4 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Park Street Police Station · 655 m, 16 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in College Street & Sealdah
Mohammad Ali Park, Chaltabagan Lohapatty, Simla Byayam Samity, College Square Sarbojanin, Santosh Mitra Square (Lebutala), Sealdah Railway Athletic Club, Chorbagan Sarbojanin, Taltala Sarbojanin
Best time to visit, by day (2026)
| Day | Date | Quietest hours | At 8 pm |
|---|---|---|---|
| Panchami | 16 October (Friday) | 5–7 am | quiet |
| Shashthi | 17 October (Saturday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Saptami | 18 October (Sunday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Ashtami | 19 October (Monday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Navami | 20 October (Tuesday) | 5–7 am | moderate |
| Dashami | 21 October (Wednesday) | 5–7 am | quiet |
Frequently asked questions
What is the best time to visit Park Street Allen Park Puja?
5–9 pm is the best slot. On Saptami, Ashtami and Navami the quietest window is 5–7 am; evenings from 6 pm to midnight are the busiest.
How do I reach Park Street Allen Park Puja by metro?
There is no metro within walking distance. The nearest station is Park Street (Blue Line), 1.4 km away; take an auto, bus or cab from there.
Where can I park near Park Street Allen Park Puja?
The nearest listed parking is Quest Mall (Ballygunge Circular Rd), 1.0 km away. Avoid driving: the lanes are closed to cars most evenings.
What can I eat near Park Street Allen Park Puja?
Within walking distance: Shiraz Golden Restaurant (Mutton biryani, Chaap); The Chocolate Room (Tea, Coffee); Baba Tea (Tea, Coffee).
What is the 2026 theme at Park Street Allen Park Puja?
Tandav. Park Street's first-ever puja: Shiva's tandav and Parvati. This is as reported in the press; themes can change before the puja.
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Park Street Allen Park Puja?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).