The birth of God Krishna is marked by Janmashtami celebration every year. Also known as Gokulashtami, the festivities last for 2 days. The next day of Janmashtami is celebrated as Dahi Handi where the clay pots full of butter and curd are hung high from the buildings. Different Govinda groups try to break this decorated handi by forming multi-layer human pyramids. This year, dahi handi 2018 date is 3rd September. So, make sure that you are heading to these locations in Mumbai to experience the zest and zeal!

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1. Sankalp Pratishthan Dahi Handi, Worli

Considered to be one of the tallest dahi handis in Mumbai, Sankalp Pratishthan in Worli makes sure that the event is full of enthusiasm. From celebrities like Rani Mukherjee to Hrithik Roshan, you will find different celebrities coming here to cheer for young troops trying to make the human pyramids. Make the most of this dahi handi festival by visiting this program.

Venue - Jambori Maidan, BDD Chawls, Worli, Mumbai

2. Sangharsh Pratishthan Dahi Handi, Thane

One of the best places to see dahi handi in Mumbai this year is the event organized by Sangharsh Pratishthan. The combination of some of the most popular DJs and attractive prizes attract thousands of people. Head to Thane on the next day of Gokulashtami to soak in the local flavour.

Venue - Sangarsh, Open House Panchpakahadi, Thane

3. Sanskruti Yuva Pratishthan Dahi Handi, Thane

The dahi handi event organized by Sanskruti Yuva Pratishthan made the headlines in 2012. The Jai Jawan Govinda Pathak Pandal successfully entered the Guinness World Record when it formed the 9-tier human pyramid of 43.79 foot here. This year, attend this event to see their dahi handi celebration in the full swing.

Venue - Vartak Nagar, Thane

4. Anand Charitable Trust Handi, Thane

People from different parts of Mumbai gather at Anand Charitable Trust Handi to participate in its event. You will see numerous pathaks competing against each other to break the handi.  If you are looking for sites to witness the grand dahi handi programs in Mumbai, this is the place to be!

Venue - Jambli Naka. Thane

5. Ram Kadam Dahi Handi, Ghatkopar

Ram Kadam Dahi Handi in Ghatkopar is one of the most popular dahi handi events in Mumbai. It is bound to get even more famous as heartthrobs like Shah Rukh Khan, Ranveer Singh, and Anil Kapoor are part of the festivities. It is also one of the richest dahi handis of Mumbai.

Venue - Sanitarium Lane, Ghatkopar

So, happy Janmashtami and have a safe dahi handi!