Festival FAQs

Question 1

What is The Gathering?

Accepted Answer

The Gathering brings chefs, artists and guests together through food. Its curated dining experiences explore the meeting of cuisine, art and imagination, alongside a wider programme of creative experiences.

Question 2

Where have past editions taken place?

Accepted Answer

Edition 01 took place at Travancore Palace in New Delhi. Edition 02 took place at Mukesh Mills in Mumbai. Explore their collaborations and highlights on our past editions pages.

Question 3

When and where is The Gathering Edition 03?

Accepted Answer

The Gathering Edition 03 takes place from 15 to 17 January 2027 at Mukesh Mills, Mumbai. The day-by-day lineup and session timings will be announced once confirmed.

Question 4

What can I expect at Edition 03?

Accepted Answer

Explore six chef × artist curated dining experiences, hands-on workshops, The Studio, conversations at The Salon, Guest Shift at The Mills, music and art at The Arena, The Moveable Feast, The Interlude, The Art Table, The BBQ Pit and Gathered. Programmes and availability vary by experience.

Question 5

How can I hear about the next edition?

Accepted Answer

Subscribe using the festival updates form below, or follow @thegatheringindia on Instagram for announcements about chefs, tables and tickets.

Question 6

Does subscribing reserve a table or ticket?

Accepted Answer

No. Subscribing registers your interest in festival news. It does not create a booking, reserve a seat or guarantee ticket availability. Follow the booking instructions announced for the relevant edition.

Question 7

Where can I find prices and entry details?

Accepted Answer

Use Book now to visit the official booking website at booking.thegathering.in. Check your selected ticket, dining date, seating time, menu, pairing, inclusions, taxes and fees before purchasing. Availability and prices are confirmed in the booking flow.

Question 8

Can dietary requirements or allergies be accommodated?

Accepted Answer

Email info@thegathering.in before booking and identify the experience you are interested in. Menus differ between collaborations, so obtain confirmation about your requirements before purchasing.

Question 9

How do I check accessibility or age requirements?

Accepted Answer

You must be 18 or over to buy a ticket and attend The Gathering Edition 03, as set out in our Terms and Conditions of Sale. Email info@thegathering.in with accessibility questions before booking.

Question 10

What about cancellations, refunds or transfers?

Accepted Answer

Under the Terms and Conditions of Sale, confirmed bookings cannot be cancelled, refunded, changed or transferred. The terms also explain your rights if the organiser cancels or postpones the festival or cancels a table or seating. Read the full terms before booking and include your booking reference when contacting the team.

Question 11

How do I contact the team or stop receiving updates?

Accepted Answer

Email info@thegathering.in for enquiries or to request removal from festival updates. Read our Privacy Policy for information about signup data.