Cultural Events

Twelve premier cultural competitions testing stage charisma, intellect, mystery deduction, and artistic flair.

๐ŸŽธ 2 to 7 per band

Battle of the Bands

"For whom the band tolls. 12โ€“15 bands. The ultimate showdown."

Battle of the Bands is a two-day interschool live music competition bringing together 12โ€“15 student bands from across Bangalore.

Day 1 is a showcase round where every band plays a set to prove they belong on stage. The top bands advance to Day 2 for knockout head-to-head matches that decide who takes the title. Bring your best material, your tightest rhythms and your loudest sound.

What to bring & Rules
  • Bring your own instruments (guitars, keyboards, brass, pedals). Drum kit and piano are provided on stage.
  • Sound check time limits strictly enforced before performance.
  • Knockout format on Day 2 decides the champion band.
Fee
โ‚น1,000 per band
Per school
Up to 2 bands
When
Showcase Day 1, finals Day 2
Register Band โ†’
๐Ÿฉธ 1 to 3 per team

Dyed in Crimson

"One Murder, One Campus, Two days. Can you uncover what happened before the trail goes cold?"

Something has gone wrong on the Greenwood High campus, and the truth has been buried. Over two days, Dyed in Crimson turns the school into a living crime scene. Teams of investigators piece together evidence, track down leads, interrogate student suspects played by actors, crack ciphers and untangle a web of secrets and misdirection.

Around 150โ€“200 players, in about 80 teams, compete across both days to see who can solve the mystery before time runs out. The clock is ticking, the suspect is watching, and every detail matters.

What to bring & Rules
  • Carry notebooks, pens, and analytical wits.
  • Respect actor boundaries and stay within active crime scene perimeters.
  • Strictly no collusion between independent detective units.
Fee
โ‚น600 per team
Capacity
~80 teams (150โ€“200 players)
When
Both days (Two-day mystery)
Register Team โ†’
๐Ÿ“ˆ 3 to 5 per team

Wolf of Wall Street

"Trade the market. Survive the chaos. Become the Wolf."

Step into the fast-paced world of Wall Street, where fortunes can rise in seconds and one decision can change everything. In this two-day immersive business and trading simulation, teams take control of a struggling company, build their strategy, and enter a live fictional stock market where they trade, negotiate, compete, take risks and chase the biggest fortune.

From โ€œSell Me This Penโ€ and high-stakes Bidding Wars to confidential Insider Information and market-shaking Breaking News, every round puts your strategy to the test. The competition reaches its climax with the market's final shock, the closing bell, and a high-pressure IPO-style pitch where teams defend their company before the judges.

What to bring & Rules
  • Bring a charged laptop with spreadsheet capability.
  • Review the case study and background info package sent prior to the fest.
  • Unannounced flash crashes and breaking announcements occur in real time.
Fee
โ‚น800 per team
Per school
Up to 2 teams
When
Both days (Live simulation)
Register Team โ†’
๐Ÿ” 3 to 6 per team

Veritas

"Can you crack the case before it's too late?"

Veritas is an interactive escape-room-style investigation designed to test critical thinking, teamwork, observation, and problem-solving skills.

Presented with a case, teams investigate the room in groups of 3โ€“6 detectives to uncover hidden clues, solve puzzles, crack codes, and piece together the evidence, making a final accusation before the one hour of time is up. Winners are decided based on correct suspects, motives, and hints used. Each day has a different winner!

What to bring & Rules
  • Strict 1-hour escape room time countdown.
  • No external electronic communication allowed inside investigation rooms.
  • Points scored for correct suspects, accurate motive, and minimal hint usage.
Fee
โ‚น600 per team
Per school
Up to 2 teams
When
Both days, a winner each day
Register Team โ†’
๐ŸŽฌ 4 to 5 per team

Director's Cut

"Create the story, adapt to the challenge, and own the final cut."

Step into the directorโ€™s chair, where every story is yours to shape. Day 1 tests your dramatic instincts: perform a prepared piece from a creative brief, then take on an unexpected, unscripted improvisation challenge.

On Day 2, bring your ideas to the screen. Conceive, shoot, and edit an original 3โ€“7 minute short film that responds to a surprise prompt or constraint. From script to final screening, show us you can adapt, collaborate, and own the story.

What to bring & Rules
  • Bring all your own filming, audio recording, and video editing equipment.
  • Day 1: Stage acting & live improv; Day 2: 3โ€“7 min short film screened before judges.
  • All footage must be captured on campus during the allocated fest time window.
Fee
โ‚น600 per team
Per school
1 team
When
Both days
Register Team โ†’
๐Ÿ’ƒ 1 to 9 per team

Insync

"Feel the beat. Move In Sync."

Take the stage at InSync, an electrifying celebration of dance, expression, and creativity, featuring diverse dance forms. Whether you bring raw energy, precision, or emotion, this is your moment to captivate the crowd and make the stage your own.

Round 1 showcases your planned routine, while the finals challenge crews to adapt and elevate their performance under intense competition lights.

What to bring & Rules
  • Email your performance audio track to ignite@greenwoodhigh.edu.in at least one week prior.
  • Costume changes permitted in designated campus green rooms only.
  • Judged on sync, choreographic innovation, musicality, and stage presence.
Fee
โ‚น800 per team
Per school
Up to 2 teams
When
Day 1 heats, finals Day 2
Register Crew โ†’
๐Ÿ‘— 4 to 6 per team

Dress to Impress

"Think beyond the theme. Where creativity meets competition."

Teams of 4โ€“6 take the stage for a 7-minute runway presentation followed by a short explanation of their designs.

Round 1 (Reforged): Craft outfits inspired by mythological houses, using at least 40% upcycled materials to bring ancient tales into contemporary fashion.
Round 2 (Legacy, Reworn): Reimagine traditional Indian attire across historical eras, balancing tradition and fresh interpretation.

What to bring & Rules
  • Prepare and bring all clothing, fabrics, makeup, and accessories from home.
  • Round 1 requires minimum 40% certified upcycled / repurposed material.
  • 7-minute runway showcase followed by judges Q&A on concept and design process.
Fee
โ‚น1,000 per team
Per school
Up to 2 teams
When
Day 1 showcase, finals Day 2
Register Team โ†’
๐ŸŽค Solo Vocalist

Pitch Perfect

"Every voice gets a chance. Every note is a statement. Step onto the stage and make it yours."

Soloists battle it out to see who can deliver the most unforgettable vocal performance.

The event runs over two rounds of solo vocals, pushing singers to show off their range, control and stage presence. Accompaniment tracks or single acoustic instruments permitted as vocalists compete for top honours.

What to bring & Rules
  • Email your backing track (MP3/WAV) to ignite@greenwoodhigh.edu.in at least 7 days before the event.
  • Solo singers only. Acoustic self-accompaniment permitted.
  • Strict time limits on performance per round.
Fee
โ‚น600 per participant
Per school
Up to 3 singers
When
Day 1 only
Register Solo โ†’
๐Ÿ“ท Solo Photographer

Through the Lens

"Frame it. Feel it. Tell it."

Three rounds. Three themes. One winner. From raw emotions to high-speed sports to the rhythm of music, each round challenges you to capture something new.

Show us how you see the world, frame by frame, and prove you have the eye to tell stories through compelling composition, lighting, and shutter timing across the campus.

What to bring & Rules
  • Bring your own DSLR or mirrorless camera and SD card reader.
  • Phone cameras, drones, and post-capture generative AI are strictly forbidden.
  • Photos submitted directly on SD cards after each theme deadline.
Fee
โ‚น600 per participant
Per school
Up to 3 photographers
When
Both days
Register Solo โ†’
๐ŸŽจ 2 per team (painter + model)

Kryptos Visos

"Bring your brushes, beat the clock, and let your creativity IGNITE!"

A face painting competition where the human canvas transforms into living art.

Day 1 explores a theme revealed in advance, testing precision, color theory, and speed. On Day 2, finalists face a sudden-death challenge: a unique, different theme assigned to each team just 10 minutes before the clock starts.

What to bring & Rules
  • Bring your own skin-safe face paints, palettes, and brushes.
  • Each team consists of exactly 1 painter and 1 model.
  • Judged on creative interpretation, technique, detail, and theme adherence.
Fee
โ‚น600 per team
Per school
Up to 2 teams
When
Day 1 heats, finals Day 2
Register Duo โ†’
๐ŸŽฎ Solo (FIFA, Roblox) ยท 4 (Minecraft)

Respawn

"Rise. Fall. Respawn."

Three games. One arena. FIFA: Random clubs every match, Champions League format, knockout rounds to the final. Minecraft: Squads of 4 battle across up to five mini-games; winning the majority in a match earns 3 points towards knockout qualification. Roblox: Two-day challenge with a checkpoint race on Day 1 and runway fashion on Day 2.

What to bring & Rules
  • Bring your own laptops, mice, and power chargers for Minecraft and devices for Roblox.
  • Consoles provided for FIFA tournaments with regulation controllers.
  • Unsportsmanlike conduct or third-party exploits result in immediate disqualification.
Fee
โ‚น600 per team/entry
Per school
1 entry per game
When
Day 1 heats, finals Day 2
Register Gaming Squad โ†’
โšก 1 to 5 per team

Radioshack

"Drop in, beat the clock, and claim fast-paced arcade glory."

Radioshack Games is a high-energy spot to get your groove on, enjoy the music, and experience the fun of rapid competition โ€” whether you are walking in or taking a breather between other competitive events.

Take up the challenge and play one of three lightning mini-games: Cup Pong, Cup Stack Race, and Trivia Bottle Flip. Quick rounds, instant leaderboards, and energetic crowds!

What to bring & Rules
  • Drop in on either day at any time during active fest hours.
  • Single players or groups of up to 5 can take on the mini-game challenges.
  • Instant awards and spot tokens for high scores.
Fee
โ‚น600 / team (or walk-in pass)
Format
Arcade drop-in mini-games
When
Both days, drop in any time
Register / Drop In โ†’
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