BLR Design Week is a celebration of design and its role in shaping better cities, bringing together citizens, designers, institutions, industries and government initiatives to imagine a more inclusive, sustainable and future-ready cities. Held by the Association of Designers of India since 2018, the festival has focused on the World Design Protopolis Bengaluru since 2022.
BLR Design Week 2026 brings together designers, urban practitioners, researchers, cultural organisations, policymakers and changemakers from India and around the world through conferences, hands-on workshops, and the Protopolis Conclave, featuring plenaries and breakout sessions led by experts across design and urban practice.
The festival creates a space for knowledge exchange, meaningful collaboration and cross-disciplinary dialogue and networking, even with members of the World Design Organization (WDO) Boardwhile. It also provides a platform to showcase initiatives and ideas using design to contribute to a better urban future.
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How to Reach Bengaluru
1. By Air: You can reach Bengaluru via air at Bengaluru International Airport, which is located at a distance of 40 km from the city.
2. By Rail: Bengaluru Railway Station is located in the heart of the city. Various trains from all over India come to Bengaluru, including the Mysore Express from Chennai, Karnataka Express from Delhi and Udyan Express from Mumbai, which covers many major cities in between.
3. By Road: The city is connected to various other cities via major national highways. Buses from neighbouring states run on a regular basis to Bengaluru, and Bengaluru Bus Stand also runs various buses to major cities in South India.
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1. Pack light layers as September in Bengaluru brings pleasant weather with occasional light rain that keeps things cool and comfortable through the day.
2. Keep an umbrella handy since sudden showers are still common as the monsoon begins to ease.
3. Comfortable footwear is essential for navigating streets, markets, and venues on foot.
4. Carry a reusable water bottle to stay hydrated through long days of exploring in the lingering monsoon humidity.


