Family Funday Carnival 2026 at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium: On 2 May and 3 May, Two Days of Rides, Workshops, Performances and More for Delhi Families

Event Name: Family Funday Carnival 2026

Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Gate 1, Bhishma Pitamah Marg, Lodhi Road, New Delhi — 110003

Date and Timings: Saturday, 2 May 2026 and Sunday, 3 May 2026 

Ticket Price: Rs. 499 onwards

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, New Delhi: Family Funday Carnival 2026 Brings Two Full Days of Entertainment, Learning and Activities for Children and Families

A carnival that genuinely works for the whole family — not just the youngest members — requires a certain scale of planning. Family Funday Carnival 2026, arriving at Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium on 2 and 3 May, appears to have that scale covered. Spread across one of Delhi's most centrally located and spacious venues, the event is organised around three distinct zones that run simultaneously across both days, giving families the freedom to move between experiences rather than follow a single fixed programme.

The first zone is an exhibition space where brands and innovators showcase products and services built specifically for children and families. This is not a passive showroom — exhibitors are expected to offer hands-on demonstrations and direct interaction, making it more useful than a standard trade display.

The second is a workshop arena running educational and creative activities through the day. The range here is notably broad: science, robotics, music, dance, arts and crafts, aeromodelling, and adventure-based activities are all part of the programme. For children who engage better through doing than watching, this section is likely where the afternoon gets spent.

The third zone is the main stage area, which hosts non-stop performances across both days. Theatre, magic acts, juggling, clown performances, a planetarium experience, and appearances by well-known cartoon characters fill the entertainment schedule. The format keeps rotating so there is consistently something happening regardless of when a family arrives.

Beyond the three zones, the venue also hosts rides, contests, lucky draws, and a food court covering a range of cuisines — which collectively prevent the day from feeling like it has a natural endpoint.

At Rs. 499 onwards, the entry price is reasonable for the volume of activity on offer. The central location at Lodhi Road makes it accessible from across South Delhi without a long drive.

Suited to families with children of all ages, though the workshop and stage zones are particularly well-matched to children between five and fourteen.

What to Expect

• Exhibition Space: live product showcases and brand interactions focused on children and family categories
• Workshop Arena: hands-on activities across science, robotics, music, dance, arts and crafts, aeromodelling, and adventure — running throughout the day on both days
• Main Stage: non-stop performances including theatre, magic, juggling, clowns, a planetarium experience, and cartoon character meet-and-greets
• Thrilling rides and physical activity zones for children
• Contests, games, lucky draws, and giveaways across the venue
• A full food court with multiple cuisine options catering to children and adults
• Two full days of programming — Saturday and Sunday, 2 and 3 May 2026

How to Reach

• Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Gate 1, Bhishma Pitamah Marg, Lodhi Road, New Delhi — 110003
• Nearest Metro: JLN Stadium Metro Station, Violet Line — the stadium is directly accessible from the station, making it one of the more straightforward venue commutes in central Delhi
• Parking: The stadium complex has parking available; given a two-day family event, arriving well before the opening time on both days is advisable to secure space
• Landmark: Bhishma Pitamah Marg, Lodhi Road — easily navigable from South Delhi via Lala Lajpat Rai Marg or Mathura Road

SouthDelhi.com Context

Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium sits at the northern edge of South Delhi's boundary, placing it within straightforward reach of Defence Colony, Lajpat Nagar, Nizamuddin, Greater Kailash, and Jangpura. The Violet Line connection makes it equally accessible for families coming from Saket, Kalkaji, and Nehru Place without needing to drive. For South Delhi families planning a full weekend outing for children, both days of the carnival are reachable without the logistical overhead of a cross-city trip.