Raksha Bandhan is as much about gathering around the table as it is about the rituals that make the occasion special. This year, some of Delhi’s leading hotels are marking the festival with elaborate brunches, regional flavours and thoughtfully curated experiences designed for families to spend the day together. Here are three celebrations to bookmark.
Make an afternoon of Raksha Bandhan with the Festive Weekend Brunch at Capital Kitchen, Taj Palace, New Delhi. Spread across three days, the brunch offers siblings and families plenty of time to settle in over an indulgent festive meal and enjoy one of Delhi’s most iconic hospitality addresses. With the celebration extending through the weekend, it is particularly suited to those looking to gather the family without squeezing everything into a single festive afternoon.
Where: Capital Kitchen, Taj Palace, New Delhi
When: August 28 to 30, 2026 | 1 PM to 4 PM
2. Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka
Turn Raksha Bandhan into a leisurely afternoon over brunch at Creo, Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka. The hotel is bringing together festive dining and the traditional rituals of the occasion with a special brunch designed around family time and togetherness. Alongside the spread, guests can enjoy a dedicated pooja setup, complimentary rakhis and a photobooth with instant prints, making it an experience that goes beyond the meal and gives siblings a little something to take home from the day.
Where: Creo, Vivanta New Delhi, Dwarka
When: August 28, 2026 | 12:30 PM to 3:30 PM
3. Taj Mahal, New Delhi
For a Raksha Bandhan celebration rooted in Indian culinary tradition, head to Machan at Taj Mahal, New Delhi. As part of the hotel’s festive season celebrations, the restaurant will present an exclusive Panch Pakwaan experience, bringing a distinctly Indian touch to the sibling feast. Running across the Rakhi weekend, the experience makes for an elegant option for families looking to mark the occasion over a celebratory meal in the heart of the capital.
Where: Machan, Taj Mahal, New Delhi
When: August 27 to 29, 2026