Tenth Edition. One City. Countless Emotions.
Mumbai, February 2026: Spoken Fest, India’s largest and most loved spoken word festival, is set to return on 21st and 22nd February 2026 at Jio World Garden, BKC, Mumbai, for a special 10th edition with powerful stories, unforgettable voices, and shared moments that have shaped India’s spoken word movement.
This year’s edition brings together some of the most compelling voices from across art, cinema, poetry, and performance. Expect powerful sessions and unforgettable performances by Shruti Haasan, Ratna Pathak Shah, Sheeba Chaddha, Nakuul Mehta, Mithila Palkar, Taaruk Raina, Swanand Kirkire, Raj Arjun, Waseem Barelvi, and Piyush Mishra, along with a diverse lineup of poets, storytellers, musicians, and creative voices from across the country.
More than just a festival, Spoken Fest is a space where poetry, music, and storytelling come together to reflect the country’s pulse, emotions, and evolving voices. Over the years, Mumbai has remained the heartbeat of Spoken Fest, nurturing a community that comes together year after year to listen, feel, and be moved. Founded by Kommune, India’s pioneering spoken-word collective and the creative force behind Spoken Fest, it is redefining how stories are told and heard across the country. Founded by Roshan Abbas, Ankur Tewari, Gaurav Kapur, Tess Joseph, and Ranjit Raina. Kommune has grown from intimate open mics into a powerful cultural movement. By championing diverse voices and authentic expression, it continues to build communities where words spark connection, conversation, and collective experience.
Speaking about this milestone edition, Roshan Abbas, Festival Director & Founder of Kommune, shared, “Spoken Fest has always been about listening to voices that matter, stories that need to be heard, and emotions that connect us all. Celebrating our 10th edition in Mumbai is incredibly special, because this city is where Spoken found its rhythm, its people, and its purpose.”
Adding to this, Tess Joseph, Co-Founder of Spoken Fest and Chief Curator, said, “Spoken is not just a festival. It’s a feeling. It’s the comfort of a familiar voice, the joy of finding your people, and the magic of being moved together. We can’t wait to share this moment with the community that made Spoken what it is today.”
This year’s edition brings together some of the most compelling voices from across art, cinema, poetry, and performance. Expect powerful sessions and unforgettable performances by Shruti Haasan, Ratna Pathak Shah, Sheeba Chaddha, Nakuul Mehta, Mithila Palkar, Taaruk Raina, Swanand Kirkire, Raj Arjun, Waseem Barelvi, and Piyush Mishra, along with a diverse lineup of poets, storytellers, musicians, and creative voices from across the country.
Beyond the stages, Spoken Fest is designed as an immersive, all-day picnic of ideas, flavours, and discovery. From thoughtfully curated food pop-ups and café-style seating to a vibrant flea featuring homegrown brands, books, art, and handcrafted finds, the festival invites audiences to slow down, wander, and soak it all in. Open lawns, shaded corners, interactive installations, and experiential zones turn the weekend into a shared picnic where conversations flow as freely as poetry, and strangers become community over words, music, and meals.
As Spoken Fest marks almost a decade in Mumbai, it continues to stand as a testament to the power of words, reminding us that when voices come together, stories can transform hearts and communities.
Date: 21st & 22nd February 2026
Time: From 1:00 PM onwards on both days
Venue: Jio World Garden, BKC, Mumbai, Maharashtra
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Day Passes: Perfect for a single-day escape
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Family Pass (for 3): Bring the kids and the family along
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Season Passes: For those who want every single story
