 Renowned theatre groups like Ajantrik, Avijatri, Annesha, Nattya Mukh, Ashoknagar Bratyajon and Aaharnish are based out of this town.These groups organize theatre festivals throughout the year mostly during the winter season.These festivals allow the culturally rich people from the city, nearby towns and villages to witness the great performances from different theatre groups from all over the state, different states and even groups from across the border of Bangladesh.