Beat the Bull Run + Suggi Festival - 2026

What is the Beat the Bull Run + Suggi Festival 2026?

The Beat the Bull Run + Suggi Festival – 2026 is a vibrant Sankranti celebration that blends fitness, festivity, tradition, and rural charm into one signature experience at Glampies.

It’s not just a run.

It’s not just a festival.

It’s a full-day harvest celebration with two equally exciting highlights:

• The thrilling “Beat the Bull Run” — a countryside 5K with a unique bullock-cart challenge

• The colorful Suggi Festival — packed with village games, folk shows, food, craft corners, and family fun

Together, they create Karnataka’s most joyful, energetic, and culture-rich Sankranti experience — all at THE GLAMPIES - an eco-luxury nature resort near Bengaluru.

What is “Beat the Bull Run”?

The BeAthlit Beat the Bull Run is the adrenaline-filled adventure of the day — a 5K countryside race with a quirky rural twist!

• Four bullock carts start behind runners at staggered intervals

• Your goal: stay ahead till you finish

• If a cart catches up, you’re eliminated — but you still earn a Participation Medal

• Finish before the final cart and you become a “Bull Beater” with an exclusive Finisher Medal

It’s fast, rustic, exciting, and sets the festival day off on a high-energy note.

What is the Suggi Festival?

After the morning run, the celebration continues with the Suggi Festival, a joyful harvest carnival (10 AM – 1 PM) filled with:

Village Games for All Ages

• Buguri (Spinning Top)

• Goli (Marbles)

• Kite Flying

• Lagori (Seven Stones)

• Kunte Bille (Hopscotch)

• Sack Race & Tug of War

A mix of nostalgia, teamwork, laughter, and pure rural fun.

Folk & Cultural Experiences

• Live folk music

• Traditional Dollu Kunitha

• Handcrafted rural art corners: Rangoli, Kite-Making

• Festive photo setups with bullock carts, sugarcane, and Sankranti décor

Every space celebrates Karnataka’s village life, harvest joy, and traditions.

Food & Refreshments

Suggi means good food — and we’ve gone all out!

Our Food & Cultural Zone (9 AM – 1 PM) offers:

• Hot traditional breakfast

• A hearty native lunch spread

• Live counters serving local delicacies

Everything is freshly prepared using local ingredients and served in eco-friendly ware.

What are the ticket options and pricing?

We've created flexible pricing for every type of guest:

CategoryIncludesPrice (INR)Run Only PassEntry for Beat The Bull Run, Finisher Medal, Refreshments1199Run + Festival ComboRun Entry + Full-day access to Suggi Fest + Lunch + Games2299Family Pack (4 Members)Festival access + Games + Lunch for 44999Festival Only PassAccess to Suggi Games, Folk Shows, Craft Zones + Lunch1199Premium Entry (Tent Stay)Run + Fest + Lunch + Overnight Tent Stay + Breakfast next day3499/personLuxury Entry (Pod Stay)Run + Fest + Lunch + Luxury Pod Stay + Breakfast next day8499/person

Children below 5 years: Free entry

Where is Glampies located?

The Glampies is located near Tumkur. The Google Location is: https://maps.app.goo.gl/SHTyHX3NbSgN2RBW7. It's just about:

75 minutes drive from Bengaluru (via NICE Road & Tumkur Highway)

20 minutes from Tumkur City

Free parking is available.

Event Schedule

Time Activity

6 AM – 7 AM Check-in & Bib Collection

7 AM – 9 AM Beat The Bull Run

9 AM – 10 AM Traditional Breakfast

10 AM – 1 PM Suggi Games & Folk Performances

1 PM – 2 PM Native Lunch

2 PM onwards Closing Ceremony & Photo Ops

(Run + Festival are clearly two halves of the day.)

What should I carry for the run and festival?

Comfortable running gear

Cap,Sunglasses and Sunscreen

You may want to carry a change of clothes, a towel, and a toilet kit if you’d like to freshen up after the “Beat the Bull” run.

Reusable water bottle (we have refilling stations)

ID Proof for check-in

Lots of festive spirit and enthusiasm

Is this event suitable for families and kids?

Absolutely!

The run excites the athletes, and the festival delights everyone else.

Games, music, food, crafts, photo corners — something for every age.

Is this event suitable for families and kids?

Absolutely!

The Suggi Fest is designed for all age groups - runners, kids, parents, and grandparents.

There's something for everyone - games, music, crafts, food and fun!

Can I stay overnight at The Glampies?

Yes!

You can book a premium Tent Stay or Luxury Pod Stay package which include:

Overnight stay at The Glampies' glamping pods or tents

Evening bonfire experience

Breakfast the next morning

What safety and comfort measures are in place?

Full Medical support & first-aid team on-site

Bullock carts and animals supervised by professional handlers

Drinking water stations across the venue

Clean washrooms

Parking & Security arrangements

Hygienic food preparation and eco-friendly waste management

Are cameras allowed?

Yes!

Photography and videography are encouraged - in fact, the venue is full of Insta-worthy spots.

Use our official hashtag #GlampiesGreatSuggiFest and tag @glampiesindia & @beathlit to get featured.

Who can I contact for queries or group bookings?

Email: enquiries@theglampies.com

Helpline: +91-9663643702

Website: https://theglampies.com

Official Hashtags

#GlampiesGreatSuggiFest

#BeatTheBullRun

#BeAthlitRun

#SuggiAtGlampies

#FestivalOfHarvest

#RunStayPlayEat

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#KarnatakaHarvestFest

#EcoFestIndia

#BullRunChallenge

#VillageGamesRevival

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#SankrantiSpecial