The capital city of Dhaka is preparing to burst into colour, sound, and celebration as the Bengali New Year approaches, with a series of concerts and cultural programmes planned across multiple venues to mark Pahela Baishakh. Organisers, educational institutions, and cultural groups are coming together to ensure a vibrant celebration filled with music, youth energy, and traditional festivity.
This year’s celebrations are expected to be particularly lively, with both established stars and popular bands scheduled to perform across different parts of the city. From large open-air concerts to campus-based musical events, Dhaka is set to transform into a hub of cultural expression over several days.
Two-day mega concert in Banani
One of the major highlights will be a two-day open-air concert titled “Carpe Diem – Lal Boishakhi 1433”, organised by Asen and Rishka Connects. The event will take place at Kamal Atatürk Park in Banani on 13 and 14 April, drawing large crowds expected to celebrate the arrival of the Bengali New Year in style.
Prominent Bangladeshi artists including Habib Wahid and Pritom Hasan are scheduled to headline the programme, alongside several well-known local bands. The organisers have promised a dynamic mix of contemporary music and festive performances designed to engage audiences of all ages.
University campuses join the celebration
Alongside the city-wide concerts, several leading private universities in Dhaka will host their own Boishakh celebrations featuring some of the country’s most popular music acts.
Renowned band Chirkutt is set to perform at multiple university venues over consecutive days, bringing their signature blend of alternative rock and Bangla fusion to student audiences. Their setlist is expected to include some of their most popular tracks such as “Jadur Shohor”, “Ahare Jibon”, “Duniya”, and “Kanamachi”.
Chirkutt’s Boishakh schedule
| Date |
Institution |
Time |
Event |
| 14 April |
North South University |
3:00 PM |
Boishakh Concert |
| 14 April |
East West University |
11:00 AM |
Campus Performance |
| 15 April |
United International University |
TBA |
Boishakh Concert |
The band will appear at North South University at 3:00 PM on 14 April, followed earlier the same day by a morning performance at East West University at 11:00 AM. They will conclude their campus tour on 15 April with a performance at United International University.
Chirkutt’s lead vocalist, Sharmin Sultana Sumi, expressed her enthusiasm for the busy schedule, highlighting the emotional connection between the band and young audiences.
“We always return to the stage with the love of the youth,” she said. “It feels wonderful to be invited to so many university celebrations this Boishakh.”
A city alive with cultural energy
Beyond these headline events, several smaller concerts and cultural programmes are also expected to take place across Dhaka, reflecting the growing scale of Pahela Baishakh celebrations in urban Bangladesh. Music, dance, and traditional performances will contribute to an atmosphere of collective festivity throughout the city.
With leading artists, energetic youth participation, and widespread cultural engagement, this year’s Bengali New Year celebrations promise to turn Dhaka into a vibrant stage of music and tradition—where heritage and modernity come together in a shared festive spirit.
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