Br. Richard Butler’s Columban Fest (Inter)
24^th October 2026

The Inter-School edition of Br. Richard Butler’s Columban Fest 2026, hosted at St. Columba’s School, New Delhi, continued its longstanding legacy of celebrating creativity, intellect, and the spirit of healthy competition. Guided by the theme “Beyond the Surface,” this year's fest brought together an extraordinary confluence of talent, innovation, and youthful enthusiasm. With over 700 participants from 30 leading schools across Delhi, competing in 17 diverse events, the fest once again reaffirmed its position as one of the capital's most anticipated inter-school festivals.

Following an energetic opening ceremony, participants dispersed to their respective venues, where the competitions commenced amidst an atmosphere of excitement and anticipation.

The fest featured a diverse range of events spanning performing arts, culinary innovation, photography, technology, scientific exploration, strategic thinking, journalism, and creative expression. From the captivating cinematic narratives of Ehsaas and the electrifying performances of Footloose and Cadence to the artistic brilliance showcased in Trishna Art, every event offered participants an opportunity to explore their abilities and push creative boundaries.

The spirit of intellectual curiosity and competition was equally evident in events such as Conflux, BidWicket, Code Rush, Code Red, and Columban Feud, which challenged participants across diverse disciplines. Concordium and Concordium X provided platforms for journalism, diplomacy, and intellectual discourse, while Effervescence and Trishna Act encouraged scientific inquiry and social awareness. Cuisinalia, Chrominance, and Glitch further added to the diversity of experiences, making the fest a celebration of talent in its many forms.

As the day progressed, every corner of the campus resonated with enthusiasm, camaraderie, and spirited competition. The concluding award ceremony brought together participating schools to recognise and celebrate the dedication and achievements of the young participants.

The following were the winners of Br. Richard Butler’s Columban Fest 2026:

Winners' List:

1. BidWicket

   - 1st: Indraprastha International School

   - 2nd: J.D. Tytler School

2. Cadence (Band)

   - 1st: Amity International School, Mayur Vihar

   - 2nd: GD Goenka, The Flagship School

3. Cadence (Solo)

   - 1st: Amity International School, Mayur Vihar

   - 2nd: Mount Carmel School, Dwarka

4. Chrominance

   - 1st: Springdales School, Pusa Road

   - 2nd: Mata Jai Kaur Public School

5. Code Red

   - 1st: Springdales School, Pusa Road

   - 2nd: Manav Sthali School

6. Code Rush

   - 1st: Father Agnel School, New Delhi

   - 2nd: Springdales School, Pusa Road  and St. Columba’s School

7. Columban Feud

   - 1st: Indraprastha International School

   - 2nd: Convent of Jesus and Mary

8. Concordium

   - Best Team: Queen Mary’s School

   - 2nd Best Team: Tagore International School, East of Kailash

   - Best Speaker: Ann, Convent of Jesus and Mary

   - Best Press Briefer: Navya Chaudhary, Indraprastha International School, Dwarka

   - Best Journalist: Aiza Sofi, Father Agnel School

9. Concordium X

   - 1st: Father Agnel School, Delhi

   - 2nd: The Indian School

10. Conflux

    - 1st: Mata Jai Kaur Public School

    - 2nd: The Heritage School, Vasant Kunj

11. Cuisinalia

    - 1st: Mount Carmel School, Anand Niketan

    - 2nd: Convent of Jesus and Mary

12. Effervescence

    - 1st: Notre Dame School

    - 2nd: Queen Mary’s School

13. Ehsaas

    - 1st: Tagore International School, Vasant Vihar

    - 2nd: Tagore International School, East of Kailash

14. Footloose

    - 1st: Mount Carmel School, Anand Niketan

    - 2nd: Queen Mary’s School

15. Glitch

    - 1st: Mount Carmel School, Dwarka

    - 2nd: The Indian School

16. Trishna Act

    - 1st: Tagore International School, East of Kailash

    - 2nd: St. Columba’s School

17. Trishna Art (Canvas)

    - 1st: Convent of Jesus and Mary

    - 2nd: St. Columba’s School

18. Trishna Art (Rangoli)

    - 1st: St. Columba’s School

    - 2nd: Convent of Jesus and Mary

The coveted Best School Trophy was awarded to Convent of Jesus and Mary, in recognition of its outstanding performance across the various events at Br. Richard Butler’s Columban Fest 2026.

Br. Richard Butler’s Columban Fest 2026 once again reflected St. Columba’s School's enduring commitment to holistic education and meaningful student engagement. Staying true to its theme, the fest celebrated the extraordinary potential that lies beyond conventional boundaries, recognising that true excellence is often found in the ideas, imagination, and determination that lie beneath the surface. With another memorable edition added to its illustrious legacy, the Columban community looks forward to carrying this spirit of innovation, collaboration, and excellence into the years ahead.