NESTival'26NESTival'26
A spectacular inter-school cultural, technical, and sports fest. Prove your mettle, showcase your talent, and claim glory.
Explore EventsWhat is NESTival'26?
NESTival'26 is a celebration of raw talent and boundless creativity. Brought to you by The NEST School. It's where the brightest minds from across the city come together to celebrate the arts, technology, and sports.
Whether you're here to code the future, paint a masterpiece, or play your heart out, NESTival'26 is your arena. Are you ready to claim your glory?
The Arena
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Art Events
Vibe Check
Dance
A high-energy interschool dance showdown celebrating creativity, movement and stagecraft. Focuses purely on choreography, music and live performance.
Indie Blend
Music
A live group performance blending Indian and western or any indigenous instruments and musical styles.
Plot Luck
Improv
Unscripted, spontaneous performance where participants create scenes, characters, and stories on the spot.
Otaku Odyssey
Visual Art
Hand-drawn anime character illustration showcasing original storytelling, expressive design, and dynamic traditional medium techniques.
Eco Hues
Visual Art (Rangoli)
Traditional rangoli art made using only eco-friendly, biodegradable materials to celebrate sustainability.
Nest Master Chef
Fireless Cooking
Create an attractive and delicious dish/platter using naturally colourful ingredients (Eat The Rainbow) or inspired by a country (Around the World).
Tech Events
Drone Dash
Drone Obstacle Race
Navigate your drone through gates, hoops, and tunnels, testing speed, precision, and control.
Kickbot Arena
Robo Soccer
Build and control a robot that can play soccer! Score goals while defending your own side.
AI Comic Strip
AI Art & Storytelling
Use AI tools to create original artwork and stories to form a comic strip, encouraging critical thinking with AI assistance.
Shark Tank Junior
Entrepreneurial Pitch
A student pitch challenge presenting a product, service, or idea to a panel of judges.
Game Creation
Play IT! / Gameverse
Design and develop a complete playable game that demonstrates creative game design, programming, and storytelling.
Sports Events
5-A-Side Football
Knockout Tournament
Fast-paced 5-A-Side football matches on the NEST School Football Turf.
Tennis Ball Cricket
6-Over Match
High-energy 6-overs per innings cricket matches played with a tennis ball.
Basketball
Under 13 & 15
Competitive 5-on-5 basketball matches across 4 quarters.
Pickleball & Paddle Ball
Singles / Doubles
Fast-paced court game playing to 11 points (win by 2).
Rifle Shooting
Individual Event
Precision rifle shooting competition under strict safety protocols.
The Timeline
Two days of non-stop action on October 9th & 10th.
Day 1: The Spark9th Oct, Friday
- 08:00 AM
Registrations Open
Get your tags and gear up.
- 09:30 AM
Opening Ceremony
The spectacular kickoff.
- 11:00 AM
Events Commence
Tech, Art, and Sports begin.
Day 2: The Glory10th Oct, Saturday
- 09:00 AM
Finals Begin
The ultimate showdowns.
- 02:00 PM
Cultural Showcase
Special performances.
- 04:30 PM
Valedictory & Prizes
Crowning the champions.
Got Questions?
When is the event?
NESTival'26 will take place on the 9th of October (Friday) and the 10th of October (Saturday).
Who can participate?
NESTival'26 is open to students from grades 9 to 12 from all recognized schools.
Is there an entry fee?
Yes, there is a nominal base registration fee of ₹200 per participant. Some premium events may have additional charges.
Can I participate in multiple events?
Absolutely! Just make sure your event timings don't clash on the schedule.
Will food be provided?
Yes, lunch and refreshments will be provided to all registered participants on both days.