Photo: Anoopb15, Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0. Bun maska and tea, a Mumbai street food staple. This is not a photo from the festival.
Quick answer: The Great Indian Feast Trail (GIFT) is a three day food and culture festival on 27, 28 and 29 November 2026 at Jio World Garden, BKC, Mumbai (organiser). District lists tickets from Rs 449, gates opening at 11 am, ID required for entry, and tickets needed for ages 8 and above (District listing). The listing says food and drinks can be purchased, and it does not say admission includes food. The organisers’ dish and stall counts are promotional figures.
Details can change, and some information, such as masterclass booking, was still to be announced when this guide was checked. This site is independent and is not affiliated with the organisers.
Dates, venue and timings
| Item | What the sources say |
|---|---|
| Dates | Friday 27, Saturday 28 and Sunday 29 November 2026 |
| Venue | Jio World Garden, BKC, Mumbai. The organiser’s layout shows 13 food trails around a main stage, with gates 1 to 12 on the perimeter. Some event roundups say Jio World Centre, so use the organiser’s name of the venue. |
| Gates open | 11 am, according to District. The closing time was not stated in the sources reviewed. |
| Organiser | The Experience Edit LLP, a Mumbai company (launch release, 27 August 2026) |
Tickets, entry and what you pay for
- Price: District lists tickets from Rs 449. The organiser says a three day trail pass is the one that covers the whole map without rushing. Prices for day passes and the three day pass were not verified, so check them on the booking page.
- Booking: the organiser’s Book tickets button goes to District (District).
- Age: District says entry is allowed for all ages and tickets are required for ages 8 and above.
- ID: an ID is required for entry, such as Aadhaar, PAN, driving licence or passport, according to District.
- Pets: not allowed.
Does the ticket include food?
Not as far as the sources show. District says food and drinks can be purchased at the event, with vegetarian and non vegetarian options, and that alcohol is available. Neither the organiser’s page nor District says that a ticket includes any food or a food credit, so do not assume unlimited tasting. Check the booking page for what your ticket covers and how food is paid for.
What is on
The organiser describes 13 regional trails, more than 100 stalls and more than 400 dishes, with live music, performances, craft stalls and masterclasses (organiser). These are the organisers’ own figures.
| Trail (organiser’s names) | Theme |
|---|---|
| Himalayan Foraging Belt | Mountain kitchens and forest ingredients |
| North Eastern Smoke Trail | Bamboo, smoke and fermentation |
| Undivided Kitchens of Dilli and Punjab | Tandoors and recipes carried across borders |
| Western Coastal Trail | Kitchens shaped by the sea and centuries of exchange |
| The Great Indian Streets | Chaat, kebabs, rolls, bun maska and soda |
| The Royal Kitchens of India | Recipes from royal households |
The other seven trails are the Southern Ghats and Coastal Trail, the Ganges Civilization Trail, Bengal and Eastern Delta, the Desert Caravan Trail, the Forest and Tribal Heartland Trail, the Temple and Sattvik Trail, and Beyond Borders.
Masterclasses and crafts
The organiser lists masterclasses with chefs Vicky Ratnani, Ajay Chopra, Suresh Pillai and Varun Inamdar, and with Gauranga Das. It said that booking for each session would open shortly, so check the organiser’s page for tickets and timings. The festival also has crafts from across India and four make your own tables for jewellery, footwear, perfume and embroidery. Whether these cost extra was not stated.
Reaching BKC from Navi Mumbai
BKC is across the bay from Navi Mumbai. A practical route is a Harbour line train to Kurla, then an auto or cab for the last stretch, or a cab all the way. See our Vashi station guide and Mumbai local train guide for Harbour line connections. This guide did not find official gate guidance or transport arrangements from the organisers, so set your map app to the gate named on your ticket or on the organiser’s layout, and check traffic before you leave.
- By car: District lists paid parking at the venue. Prices and availability were not stated.
- Accessibility: District lists limited wheelchair accessibility and first aid with an ambulance service.
- Return journey: plan your trip home in advance, especially for the evening, and check the last trains on your line.
Before you go
- Book the pass that fits your plan, and keep your ID ready.
- Eat lightly before you go and set a budget for food, since food is bought on site.
- Check masterclass booking separately.
- Plan the route and the return before you travel.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is The Great Indian Feast Trail 2026?
On 27, 28 and 29 November 2026 at Jio World Garden, BKC, Mumbai.
How much are tickets?
District lists tickets from Rs 449. Check the booking page for the price of each pass.
Does the ticket include food?
The sources do not say so. District says food and drinks can be purchased, so check what your ticket covers before you go.
Do children need a ticket?
District says entry is allowed for all ages and tickets are required for ages 8 and above.
What ID do I need?
District says an ID such as Aadhaar, PAN, driving licence or passport is required for entry.
How do I get there from Navi Mumbai?
A Harbour line train to Kurla followed by an auto or cab is a practical option, or a cab all the way. Check the route and traffic on the day.
Sources
| Point | Source |
|---|---|
| Dates, venue, trails, masterclasses, crafts | The Great Indian Feast Trail |
| Price from, gates, age, ID, food, parking, accessibility | District listing |
| Organiser and launch details | Passionate in Marketing, 27 August 2026 |
Checked 12 November 2026. Confirm details with the organisers and the booking page before you travel.
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