The primary Dussehra event, the 39th Rotary Viraat Dussehra Mela, took place from October 3rd to 5th, 2025, at the Bareilly Club Mela Ground. A separate traditional fair and Ravana effigy burning also occurred on the main festival day of Dussehra, October 2, 2025, in the Jogi Nawada and Maninath areas. Held at the Bareilly Club Mela Ground, this event featured cultural performances, food stalls, fun activities, games, thrilling rides, a Mela Queen contest, and the grand Ravan Dahan ceremony.