Archive · 13 Sep 2026
Bandra Fair 2026 Offers Pilgrims Free Haircuts On Chapel Road
The Bandra Fair is a yearly celebration in Mumbai.
In 2026, it will take place from September 13 to September 20.
A salon on Chapel Road is giving free haircuts to people visiting the fair.
Hairstylist Thompsun Fernandes has done this for 15 years.
Children and older people can use the service.
The haircuts will be offered on September 13 and September 20 from 11:30 AM to 9 PM.
People will be served in the order they arrive.
Visitors can also enjoy food, shopping, rides and religious activities at the fair.
Thompsun Fernandes has offered free haircuts during the Bandra Fair for 15 years.
Thompsun Hair Studio on Chapel Road will provide the service on September 13 and 20.
Haircuts will be available from 11:30 AM to 9 PM on a first-come, first-served basis.
The Bandra Fair will run from September 13 to 20 around Mount Mary Basilica in Bandra West.
Visitors are advised to wear comfortable shoes and carry an umbrella or cap due to walking and possible showers.
- Who
- Hairstylist Thompsun Fernandes and his team, along with pilgrims and visitors.
- What
- A salon is offering free haircuts during the 2026 Bandra Fair.
- When
- The fair runs from September 13 to September 20, 2026; haircuts are available on September 13 and 20 from 11:30 AM to 9 PM.
- Where
- Thompsun Hair Studio on Chapel Road, opposite Duke’s Restaurant, near Mount Mary Basilica in Bandra West, Mumbai.
- Why
- The free service is a goodwill gesture and part of a 15-year tradition during the fair.
- Haircut provider
- Thompsun Hair Studio, led by hairstylist Thompsun Fernandes
- Haircut dates
- September 13 and September 20, 2026
- Haircut hours
- 11:30 AM to 9 PM
- Booking method
- First come, first served
- Fair dates
- September 13 to September 20, 2026
- Fair location
- Around Mount Mary Basilica and surrounding areas in Bandra West
- Suggested visiting time
- Weekdays between 10 AM and 6 PM are generally less crowded