A New Festive Landmark: Wonderla Chennai Celebrates Its First Pongal with Culture, Rides and Family Fun
Marking its first Pongal celebration since opening, Wonderla Chennai is set to welcome the harvest festival with a vibrant, immersive experience that brings together tradition, entertainment, and family celebration. From January 10 to 18, 2026, the park will transform into a festive destination, offering guests a joyful blend of thrilling rides, cultural performances, festive décor, and specially curated seasonal experiences inspired by the spirit of Pongal.
Wonderla Chennai’s Pongal celebrations bring alive the values of gratitude, togetherness, and new beginnings that define the festival. Visitors can enjoy unlimited access to the park’s signature rides along with live folk performances showcasing Tamil Nadu’s cultural heritage, creating a lively, family-friendly atmosphere throughout the day.
Speaking on the occasion, Dheeran Choudhary, Chief Operating Officer, Wonderla Holidays Ltd., said, “Pongal is a festival that celebrates gratitude, community, and shared joy. As this is Wonderla Chennai’s first Pongal, our focus has been on creating an experience that families can truly enjoy together - one that blends cultural traditions with high-energy entertainment. We wanted to offer a celebration that feels inclusive, festive, and memorable for our guests.”
To make the celebrations more accessible, Wonderla Chennai is also offering a special ‘Harvest Fun this Pongal’ offer, providing 20% off on park tickets with a festive buffet, available exclusively through online bookings during the festive period.
Complementing the overall experience, the park will feature Pongal-inspired culinary offerings, including a themed unlimited buffet and seasonal specials reflecting regional flavours. Guests can look forward to traditional favourites such as Ven Pongal and Sakkarai Pongal, along with curated Pongal thalis, breakfast combos, and festive beverage options, adding a flavourful dimension to the celebrations.
With its first Pongal celebrations, Wonderla Chennai continues to strengthen its positioning as a preferred festive and leisure destination in Tamil Nadu, offering immersive experiences that bring people together through culture, entertainment, and shared moments of joy.
All special offers are available on Wonderla’s online booking portals: https://bookings.wonderla.com/ or can contact Chennai Park -: 044-35024222, 044-35024300
