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Fair and Festival

Gangaur Festival

Gangaur Festival - 11 & 12 April-2024 - (31 March & 01 April-2025)

The vibrant Gangaur Festival, primarily celebrated in Rajasthan, honours Goddess Parvati. Lasting for 18 days, married women pray for their husband's well-being, while unmarried women seek ideal spouses. The festivities feature colourful processions, traditional songs and lively dances, showcasing Rajasthan's rich cultural heritage.

Diwali Festival

Diwali Festival - 01 & 02 November-2024 - (21 & 22 October-2025)

Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is a joyous occasion symbolizing the victory of light over darkness and good over evil. Celebrated across India, homes are adorned with lamps and candles, fireworks light up the night sky, sweets are exchanged and prayers are offered to Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity and wealth.

Pongal Festival

Pongal Festival - 15-January-2024 - (14-January-2025)

Pongal, a four-day harvest festival celebrated in Tamil Nadu, pays homage to the Sun God. Each day is marked by unique rituals, including boiling rice in pots, offering prayers and exchanging gifts with loved ones. It's a time of gratitude, abundance and community bonding, reflecting the rich agrarian traditions of Tamil culture.

Kerala Village Fair

Kerala Village Fair - 15 to 31 January (Every Year)

The Kerala Village Fair offers a delightful glimpse into the state's rural life and cultural heritage. Showcasing traditional art forms, music, dance performances and local delicacies, it brings together artisans, craftsmen, and villagers to celebrate Kerala's vibrant traditions and craftsmanship. The fair fosters a sense of community and pride in Kerala's rich cultural legacy.

Nagaur Cattle Fair

Nagaur Cattle Fair - 15 to 18 February-2024 - (03 to 06 February-2025)

The Nagaur Cattle Fair, one of India's largest, transforms the town of Nagaur in Rajasthan into a bustling hub of trade and festivities. Livestock traders from across the region converge here to buy and sell camels, horses and cattle amidst a backdrop of cultural performances, folk music and vibrant dances. It's a vibrant celebration of rural life and the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan.

International Kite Festival

International Kite Festival - 14 January (Every Year)

The International Kite Festival in Gujarat is a mesmerizing spectacle where the sky comes alive with colourful kites of various shapes and sizes. Celebrated as a symbol of the arrival of spring and the harvest season, it brings together kite enthusiasts from around the world to showcase their skills and creativity. The festival is a joyous celebration of life, art and culture, filling the atmosphere with infectious energy and camaraderie.

Taj Mahotsav

Taj Mahotsav - 17 to 27 February (Every Year)

The Taj Mahotsav in Agra is a grand cultural extravaganza held near the iconic Taj Mahal. Showcasing India's rich heritage through music, dance, arts, crafts and culinary delights from different regions, it attracts artists, craftsmen and tourists from across the country and beyond. The festival offers a unique opportunity to experience the vibrant tapestry of Indian culture against the backdrop of one of the world's most magnificent monuments.

Desert Festival

Desert Festival - 22 to 24 February-2024 - (10 to 12 February-2025)

The Desert Festival in Jaisalmer, Rajasthan, is a mesmerizing celebration of the region's rich cultural heritage and desert way of life. Featuring camel races, folk music and dance performances, puppet shows and competitions like turban tying and moustache contests, it offers visitors a captivating insight into the traditions and customs of Rajasthan's desert communities. The festival is a vibrant tapestry of colours, music and dance against the backdrop of the majestic Thar Desert.

Holi Festival

Holi Festival - 24 & 25 March-2024 - (13 & 14 March-2025)

Holi, the Festival of Colors, is a riotous celebration of love, joy and the triumph of good over evil. Across India, people come together to smear each other with coloured powders, dance to the beat of traditional music and indulge in festive treats. The air is filled with laughter and camaraderie as communities unite to celebrate the arrival of spring and the renewal of life.

Teej Festival

Teej Festival - 07 & 08 August-2024 - (27 & 28 July-2025)

The Teej Festival, predominantly celebrated by women in Rajasthan, is a joyous occasion marking the union of Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. Women dress in colourful attire, sing traditional songs and swing on decorated swings as they pray for marital bliss and happiness. The festival is a vibrant celebration of love, devotion and the enduring bond between husband and wife, reflecting the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan.

Bikaner Camel Festival

Bikaner Camel Festival - 13 to 15 January-2024 - (11 & 12 January-2025)

The Bikaner Camel Festival is a unique celebration that honours the "Ship of the Desert" – the camel. Held in Bikaner, Rajasthan, the festival features camel races, camel beauty contests, traditional folk performances, and mouth-watering Rajasthani cuisine. It offers visitors a fascinating glimpse into the integral role camels play in the desert ecosystem and the rich cultural heritage of Rajasthan.

Mewar Festival

Mewar Festival - 11 to 13 April-2024 - (31 March & 01 April-2025)

The Mewar Festival, celebrated in Udaipur, Rajasthan, is a colourful extravaganza that heralds the arrival of spring. The festival features processions, cultural performances, traditional rituals and boat races on Lake Pichola. It offers a captivating insight into the vibrant culture and traditions of the Mewar region, drawing tourists and locals alike to participate in the festivities and revel in the spirit of joy and camaraderie.

Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan - 19-August-2024 - (09-August-2025)

Raksha Bandhan festival, a sacred festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, is observed with great fervour across India. Sisters tie a sacred thread (Rakhi) on their brothers' wrists, symbolizing love, protection and the promise of lifelong support. In return, brothers pledge to protect and care for their sisters. The festival reinforces the bonds of love and affection within families, fostering a sense of unity and togetherness.

Dussehra

Dussehra - 12 to 29 October-2024 - (02 to 18 October 2025)

Dussehra, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major Hindu festival that commemorates the triumph of good over evil. Celebrated with great zeal and enthusiasm across India, it marks the victory of Lord Rama over the demon king Ravana. The festival is characterized by dramatic reenactments of the Ramayana, burning effigies of Ravana and colourful processions depicting the epic battle between good and evil.

Pushkar Fair

Pushkar Fair - 09 to 15 November-2024 - (30 Oct. to 05 November-2025)

The Pushkar Fair, held annually in Rajasthan, is a vibrant celebration of rural life, culture and traditions. It features camel trading, religious ceremonies, folk music and dances and competitions like camel races and turban tying. The fair attracts pilgrims, traders and tourists from around the world, offering them a unique opportunity to immerse themselves in the vibrant tapestry of Rajasthan's cultural heritage.

Champakulam Boat Race Kerala

Champakulam Boat Race Kerala - 22-June-2024

The Champakulam Boat Race Kerala, one of the oldest boat races in Kerala, is a spectacular event held during the Onam festival. It showcases beautifully decorated long snake boats rowed by hundreds of oarsmen to the rhythm of traditional songs. The race is a thrilling spectacle that draws spectators from far and wide, offering them a glimpse into Kerala's rich maritime traditions and cultural heritage.

Nehru Trophy Boat Race Kerala

Nehru Trophy Boat Race Kerala - Second Saturday of August (Every Year)

The Nehru Trophy Boat Race, held in the scenic Punnamada Lake in Alappuzha, Kerala, is a major event that commemorates the visit of Jawaharlal Nehru, the first Prime Minister of India, to the region. The race features colourful snake boats manned by skilled oarsmen competing fiercely amidst cheering crowds. It's a thrilling spectacle that epitomises Kerala's love for its traditional boat races and rich cultural heritage.

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