Pujo ParikramaOpen appLake Gardens Peoples Association Durga Puja 2026: theme, best time, how to reach
Lake Gardens Peoples Association (লেক গার্ডেন্স পিপলস অ্যাসোসিয়েশন) is a Durga Puja pandal in Lake Market & Kalighat, Kolkata. A well-known puja in Lake Market. Location from OpenStreetMap. In 2026 the puja runs from Panchami, 16 October (Friday), to Dashami, 21 October (Wednesday). The nearest metro station is Rabindra Sarobar on the Blue Line, about 27 minutes' walk (1.1 km). Plan about 15 minutes inside, then walk on to Sanghati Puja Samiti, about 12 minutes away.
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2026 theme: Srijaney – Gaurab Sanyukta
Creation entwined with pride. As reported by durgapujaofkolkata.com; themes can change before the puja.
Key facts
- Theme 2026
- Srijaney – Gaurab Sanyukta
- Address
- Lake Garden Road, Lake Gardens, Charu Market Area, Kolkata 700045
- Area
- Lake Market & Kalighat (South Kolkata)
- Known for
- neighbourhood puja
- Popularity
- 3 out of 5
- Best time to visit
- 5–9 pm
- Time inside
- about 15 minutes
- Nearest metro
- Rabindra Sarobar, Blue Line · 1.1 km, 27 min walk
- Coordinates
- 22.50597, 88.35611
- Driving
- Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
Hop next
The closest pandals on foot from here:
- Sanghati Puja Samiti: 12 min walk (490 m)
- Jodhpur Park 95 Pally: 19 min walk (778 m)
- Samaj Sebi Sangha: 24 min walk (975 m) · theme: Mahapujoy Mahanayak
Food nearby
- The Lighthouse Cafe: Tea, Coffee · 7 min walk
- FORKSTRUCK: Meals · 10 min walk
- Balaram Mullick and Radharaman Mullick - Lake Gardens: Mishti, Sandesh · 10 min walk
- The Bengal Rowing Club (BRC): Meals · 10 min walk
Parking
- South City Mall · 754 m, 18 min walk · ₹50/hr
- Lake Mall (Rashbehari) · 1.4 km, 34 min walk · ₹40–60/hr
Help nearby
- Public toilet: unnamed · 361 m, 9 min walk
- Hospital: Bp Poddar Hospital And Medical Research Ltd · 2.5 km, 62 min walk (emergency department)
- Police station: Jadavpur Police Station · 1.2 km, 30 min walk
From OpenStreetMap, the nearest of each; opening hours aren't checked, so for an emergency call 112.
More pandals in Lake Market & Kalighat
Ballygunge Cultural Association, Samaj Sebi Sangha, Shib Mandir Sarbojanin, Deshapriya Park, Tridhara Sammilani, 66 Pally, Mudiali Club, Badamtala Ashar Sangha
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 Lake Gardens Peoples Association?
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 Lake Gardens Peoples Association by metro?
Get off at Rabindra Sarobar (Blue Line). It is about 1.1 km away, roughly 27 minutes on foot.
Where can I park near Lake Gardens Peoples Association?
The nearest listed parking is South City Mall, 754 m away. Driving is possible but parking is scarce; come by metro if you can.
What can I eat near Lake Gardens Peoples Association?
Within walking distance: The Lighthouse Cafe (Tea, Coffee); FORKSTRUCK (Meals); Balaram Mullick and Radharaman Mullick - Lake Gardens (Mishti, Sandesh).
What is the 2026 theme at Lake Gardens Peoples Association?
Srijaney – Gaurab Sanyukta. Creation entwined with pride. This is as reported in the press; themes can change before the puja.
When is Durga Puja 2026 at Lake Gardens Peoples Association?
From Panchami, 16 October 2026 (Friday), to Dashami (Bijoya Dashami), 21 October 2026 (Wednesday). Ashtami, the busiest day, is 19 October 2026 (Monday).