Rock · Assam
Guns N' Roses Guwahati Concert 2026
The biggest international rock concert ever staged in Northeast India — live in Guwahati.
Axl Rose, Slash and Duff McKagan bring the Guns N' Roses ‘Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things’ world tour to Guwahati on 17 November 2026 — the first time a global rock act of this scale plays the Northeast. Expect a full three-hour set at the Sarusajai Sports Complex, gateway venue to the entire Northeast.
- Dates
- 17 November 2026
- Venue
- Sarusajai Sports Complex (Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium)
- City
- Guwahati
- Status
- Announced
What to expect
Overview
- Guns N' Roses will play a full arena set — Welcome to the Jungle, Sweet Child O' Mine, November Rain, Paradise City and the entire Appetite for Destruction / Use Your Illusion catalogue.
- Sarusajai Sports Complex in Guwahati is the Northeast's largest stadium (capacity 35,000+) and has hosted the National Games and international cricket.
- The concert is promoted by BookMyShow Live in partnership with Assam Tourism, positioning Guwahati as the region's live-music gateway.
- Supporting acts are expected to include leading Indian rock and blues bands from Assam, Meghalaya and Nagaland.
Context
History & significance
Guns N' Roses last played India in 2012 (Bengaluru, DLF Gurgaon) — the 2026 Guwahati show is only their third-ever Indian date and their first in the Northeast.
Guwahati has hosted Bryan Adams, Ed Sheeran (2017) and multiple editions of the NH7 Weekender — but nothing on the scale of a full Guns N' Roses stadium tour.
Chief Minister Himanta Biswa Sarma has publicly backed Assam as the Northeast's premier live-events destination, with the 17 November GNR date as its flagship 2026 concert.
Getting there
How to reach
- Fly to Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport, Guwahati (GAU) — 25 km / 45 minutes from Sarusajai Sports Complex.
- Guwahati Railway Station (GHY) connects to Delhi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Bengaluru and Chennai by direct trains.
- Sarusajai is 8 km south of Paltan Bazaar on NH27; app-cabs, pre-paid taxis and shuttle services will run on concert day.
- No permit required — Assam is open to all Indian and foreign visitors with a standard Indian visa.
While you're there
Nearby attractions
Kamakhya Temple
One of the 51 Shakti Peethas, on Nilachal Hill — Guwahati's most iconic landmark.
Umananda Island
World's smallest inhabited river island in the middle of the Brahmaputra, with a Shiva temple.
Kaziranga National Park
One-horned rhino UNESCO World Heritage site — 4 hours east of Guwahati.
Shillong & Cherrapunji
3.5 hours to Shillong, plus another 1.5 hours to Cherrapunji living root bridges.
Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary
Highest density of one-horned rhinos in the world, 50 km from Guwahati — perfect half-day trip.
Accommodation
Where to stay
Vivanta Guwahati
5-star on GS Road, 20 minutes from Sarusajai (₹9,000+).
Radisson Blu Guwahati
5-star on NH27, closest premium hotel to the venue (₹8,500+).
Novotel Guwahati GS Road
Reliable business hotel in the city centre (₹7,500+).
Kiranshree Portico
Well-located 4-star near Paltan Bazaar (₹5,500+).
Hotel Nova / Prag Continental
Comfortable mid-range options under ₹4,000.
Travel with us
Living Roots tour package
4 days / 3 nights
Guwahati Rock Weekend — Guns N' Roses Concert Package
- Guwahati airport pick-up and drop
- 3 nights' twin-share stay in central Guwahati
- Concert-day shuttle to Sarusajai Sports Complex
- Half-day city tour — Kamakhya Temple, Umananda Island, Brahmaputra sunset cruise
- Optional add-on: Kaziranga rhino safari or Shillong–Cherrapunji extension
Concert tickets are sold separately by the official promoter. We handle everything else — transfers, hotel, sightseeing and Northeast add-ons.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
When is the Guns N' Roses Guwahati concert 2026?
Guns N' Roses are scheduled to perform in Guwahati on 17 November 2026 as part of the ‘Because What You Want & What You Get Are Two Completely Different Things’ world tour. The show is confirmed by BookMyShow Live and Assam Tourism.
Where will the concert take place?
The concert will be held at the Sarusajai Sports Complex (Indira Gandhi Athletic Stadium) in Guwahati — the Northeast's largest stadium, with a capacity of over 35,000.
Is the Guns N' Roses concert in Shillong or Guwahati?
The 2026 Guns N' Roses Northeast India concert is in GUWAHATI, Assam — not Shillong — on 17 November 2026 at the Sarusajai Sports Complex. Earlier reports mentioning Shillong were incorrect.
Do foreign nationals need a permit for the Guwahati concert?
No. Assam does not require a Protected Area Permit (PAP) or Inner Line Permit (ILP). A standard Indian visa is enough for foreign visitors. See our full Northeast India permits guide.
How do I get to Guwahati for the concert?
Fly into Lokpriya Gopinath Bordoloi International Airport (GAU), which has direct flights from Delhi, Mumbai, Bengaluru, Kolkata, Bangkok and Singapore. Guwahati is also on the main Indian railway network with direct trains from every metro.
Where should I stay for the Guns N' Roses concert in Guwahati?
GS Road and the Paltan Bazaar area put you close to the venue and the Brahmaputra riverfront. Radisson Blu, Vivanta and Novotel are the top choices. Rooms sell out early — book at least 3 months ahead.