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Fairs and Festivals for Travelers in India in 2023
India is diverse and when it comes to festivals in this country, it counters barriers of faith, color, and sex. Come here through India festival tour guides from different parts of the world.
List Fairs and Festivals for travelers in India in 2023
- International kite festival, Gujarat ( January )
- Pongal, Tamil Nadu ( January)
- Mamallapuram dance festival,Tamil Nadu ( January )
- Kumbh mela Allahabad, Haridwar, Trimbak-Nashik and Ujjain (January )
- Jaipur literature festival, Rajasthan ( January )
- Vintage car festival, Lucknow ( January
- Modhera Dance Festival, Gujarat(January)
- Thaipusam festival, Tamil Nadu ( January/February )
- Goa Carnival, Goa ( February )
- Rann Utsav, Gujarat ( February
- Khajuraho Dance Festival, Madhya Pradesh( February)
- Jaisalmer Desert Festival, Rajasthan ( February )
- Kila Raipur sports festival Punjab ( February )
- Kala ghoda arts festival, Mumbai( February)
- Elephant festival Jaipur Rajasthan (February)
- Sula festival, Maharashtra ( February)
- Bikaner Camel Festival, Rajasthan (February)
- Losar Festival,Ladakh(March)
- Bihu Festival, Assam (April)
- Tulip Festival, Srinagar (April)
- Puri Rath Yatra,Puri(June and july)
- Hemis Festival,Ladakh (June/July)
- Nehru trophy boat race, Kerala(August)
- Tarnetar Mela,Gujarat(August)
- Onam, Kerala (August)
- Pushkar Fair, Rajasthan (October)
- Durga Puja, West Bengal (October)
- Hornbill Festival,Nagaland(December)
- Konark dance festival, Odisha (December)
- Poush mela West Bengal (December)
- Sonepur mela, Bihar (December)
- Float festival Madurai (December)
International Kite Festival, Gujarat (January)
It is an incredible event of sorts and is also referred to as Makar Sankranti in Gujarat. This is the day of rejoicing and winter is at its termination. The international kite festival takes place in Ahmedabad. As per the belief, heaven opens up during the event and the gods wake up to bless. A lot of talent in kite making is displayed during this event. Come and participate in this event through Gujarat trip packages from Bangalore conducted by Hellovisit.
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Pongal, Tamil Nadu (January)
Pongal is a harvest festival of Tamilnadu and lasts for many days, generally four days. Enjoy the boiling milk in the clay pot during the event. Come to enjoy the festival through Tamilnadu trip packages.
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Mamallapuram Dance Festival, Tamil Nadu ( January)
Held in the heritage region of Mahabalipuram, the festival lasts for twenty days and becomes a fusion event of the culture and heritage of India. A stage is crafted during the event near Arjuna's penance rock sculpture. Much folk dance talent is available for you to see during this event. Come here through the India culture trip packages from Delhi.
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Kumbh Mela Allahabad, Haridwar, Trimbak-Nashik and Ujjain (January)
Also known as the festival of pious pitchers, the Kumbh mela has a relevance related to Hindu mythology. Considered among the biggest collective gatherings in the world, you find a fusion of sadhus and pilgrims. Come and participate in the event through the India tour guide conducted by Hellovisit.
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Jaipur Literature Festival, Rajasthan (January)
Jaipur literature festival is among the biggest literary events and permits interaction with thinkers and writers from different parts of the world. Held in Jaipur in January, the literature festival attracts a big crowd. Come and participate in the event through Rajasthan trip packages from Kolkata.
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Vintage Car Festival, Lucknow (January)
Held in December in Lucknow, this festival displays an exotic vintage car collection of people from different parts of India. If you are a lover of vintage motors, this event is truly for you and you need not miss it. Come and participate through the Uttar Pradesh trip packages from Mumbai.
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Modhera Dance Festival, Gujarat(January)
Modhera Dance Festival is the exotic celebration of art, dance as well as music. This reminds you of the wonderful era of Solankis. With the distinct folk dance, you go back to the past era during the event. You get the opportunity to explore the splendid Sun temple. Come and participate in this event through the Gujarat trip packages from Gandhinagar.
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Thaipusam Festival, Tamil Nadu (January/February)
This is a famous festival in Tamilnadu celebrated in the month of Thai in accordance with the Tamilian calendar. Celebrated as the birthday of Lord Subramaniam, people keep vows during the event. The festival falls on the 5th of Feb and people ask for boons on this pious day. Boons follow the vows they kept to make the Lord happy. During this festival, the devotee takes the kavadi and wears the clothes of Pandaram. The devotee takes two pots filled with offerings to the Lord. Come and participate in this event through the Tamilnadu trip packages.
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Goa Carnival, Goa (February)
Goa Carnival takes place before Ash Wednesday and reflects rich Portuguese trading in this region. You will enjoy various celebrations during the event and this includes a parade and good food. This festival is a celebration before the lent season of abstinence. Come enjoy the carnival in Goa through a Goa trip guide from Delhi.
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Rann Utsav, Gujarat (February)
Rann Utsav is a fascinating tourism event and there is no doubt about this fact. During this event, you can experience the tent city luxury and you can call this event a carnival of dance, music as well as natural beauty. There is a great display of Gujarati culture during the event and you can merge with various events like golf cart, camel cart excursion, paramotoring, meditation, yoga, and much more. Come and participate in the event through the Gujarat trip package from Mumbai.
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Khajuraho Dance Festival, Madhya Pradesh( February)
Khajuraho temples date back to the 10th century and are a fusion of spirituality and erotica. During the event, classical dancers from different parts of the world come to perform. The temples of Khajuraho are illuminated during this event.
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Jaisalmer Desert Festival, Rajasthan (February)
The Jaisalmer desert festival displays the rich culture of the golden town near the Thar desert. From folk singers to puppets, you have it all. Come for this festival through Jaisalmer tour packages from Delhi. Camels play an important role in this festival.
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Kila Raipur Sports Festival Punjab (February)
Held in Punjab, the sports festival is an incredible event with a lot of talent participation. Also referred to as the rural Olympics, you have so much to see when it comes to an action-packed extravaganza. Come and participate in the Punjab trip packages from Jammu.
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Kala Ghoda Arts Festival, Mumbai(February)
Considered among the splendid festivals, coming to Mumbai for this event will be a fascinating experience of a lifetime. During this event, you will find a fusion of dance, world art, theater, and much more. Held at Kala Ghoda art district, you merge with the culture and heritage of India during this event. Come and participate in the India trip packages conducted by Hellovisit.
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Elephant festival Jaipur Rajasthan (February)
The elephant festival is an extraordinary event held in the pink city of Jaipur and invites a big gathering from India and different parts of the world. During the event, a magnetizing procession of bedecked elephants is organized apart from the participation of other animals that include horses and camels. Folk dancers charge the show. The event will remain in your memory. Come and participate through the Rajasthan trip packages from Delhi.
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Sula festival, Maharashtra (February)
If you are a lover of music and tasty wine, the Sula festival held at Nasik is for you. You can enjoy late-night music and various other programs during the event. If you are a wine lover, you will have ample wine and good food. Come and participate in the Nasik trip from Delhi conducted by Hellovisit.
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Bikaner Camel Festival, Rajasthan (February)
A Bikaner festival is an extraordinary event of sorts held in Bikaner, Rajasthan. If you are a lover of camel rides and camel safaris in the backdrop of the desert, this splendid event is for you. During the event, you will also come across various cultural events and competitions. Come and participate through the Rajasthan trip guide from Mumbai.
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Losar Festival,Ladakh(March)
Losar marks the beginning of the new year in Tibet and is celebrated with fervor in Ladakh. Dancing, singing, and praying are part of this 3 day's celebration apart from good food. Come here to celebrate the event through the Ladakh trip package.
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Bihu Festival, Assam ( April)
The Bihu festival of Assam is related to agriculture and is a fusion of three events of the region. Held in April, you find many events and celebrations during the period. Also known as the festival of farmers, don't forget to enjoy good food. Come to enjoy the event through the Assam holiday packages from Mumbai.
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Tulip Festival, Srinagar (April)
The tulip festival is among the incredible events with a display of flowers and the main attraction being the tulips. The festival occurs in the Tulip garden in Srinagar during the summer season in Kashmir. The fragrance of the flowers during the festive event will give you new joy and peace. Come and participate through the JK tour packages from Mumbai conducted by Hellovisit
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Puri Rath Yatra ,Puri (June and july)
Puri Rath Yatra magnetizes people of different creeds from different parts of the world. The yatra is held in honor of Lord Jagarnath, Lord Balbadra, and Subhadra. Come here to enjoy this event through the India trip guide arranged by Hellovisit.
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Hemis Festival,Ladakh (June/July)
Hemis Festival is one of the famous festivals in the region of Ladakh. Chams are a principal attraction during the event. Held in Hemis monastery and celebrated in the honor of famous guru Padmasambhava, you have much to celebrate during this event. You can see various Buddhist paintings during the event. Come and participate in the Leh Ladakh holiday packages from Delhi.
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Nehru trophy boat race, Kerala(August)
The Nehru trophy boat race is an event of excitement in Alleppey Kerala held in honor of the first PM of India, Jawahar Lal Nehru. This snake boat race is held during the famous festival of Onam each year. The serpentine movements of these boats in the water are a must-watch. You can enjoy the event through the Kerala trip packages from Kolkata conducted by Hellovisit.
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Tarnetar Mela,Gujarat(August)
Considered among the mesmerizing tribal fairs in the country, this is an event of sorts you must not miss. Held in Tarnetra each year, this is an event of fun and joy. This is also an event for the selection of life partners. Come and be here through the Gujarat holiday packages from Noida conducted by Hellovisit.
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Onam, Kerala (August)
Onam is a state festival of Kerala and the festival overcomes all religious barriers. There is a lot of fun and displays of talent during this event. Races and dances are part of the festival. Come here on a Kerala festival trip.
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Pushkar Fair, Rajasthan (October)
Considered among the sensational tribal gatherings, people from far and wide participate in this fair and camels are the chief attraction during this incredible event. Falling during the month of Kartik Purnima, bridal competitions are also held during the event. You can come across thousands of different castles during the event. Come and participate in this fair through Rajasthan tour packages from Delhi.
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Durga Puja ,West Bengal (October)
Durga Puja is a wonderful festival of joy and is a highly celebrated festival in Kolkata. It is said that Rama worships Durga in this season. During this festival, you have great fun and good food from Bengal. Come here through the India festival trip. Durga festival unites Bengal.
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Hornbill Festival ,Nagaland (December)
Held annually in Nagaland in December, this week-long celebration fascinates you especially if you are a culture lover. Ceremonies, games, and folk dances are part of the event. There is a display of art and wood crafts apart from. good food. Come and enjoy the event through the Nagaland trip package conducted by Hellovisit.
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Konark dance festival, Odisha (December)
Held at the backdrop of the mesmerizing Sun Temple at Konark, this is a splendid event you should not miss. If you are a lover of classic dance, you see a lot of talent for participation. During the event, you find a lush display of various art forms including sculptures as well as handicrafts. Come and enjoy the event through the Orridsa trip guide from Patna.
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Khajuraho Dance Festival (Madhya Pradesh)
Khajuraho temples date back to the 10th century and are a fusion of spirituality and erotica. During the event, classical dancers from different parts of the world come to perform. The temples of Khajuraho are illuminated during this event.
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Poush Mela West Bengal (December)
Poush mela is a memorable event to attend at Shantiniketan, west Bengal. The event is celebrated in memory of Devendernath Tagore who accepted the Brahmo creed along with his followers on this day. There is much celebration related to Indian heritage during this event. Come and participate in the West Bengal trip packages from Mathura.
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Sonepur Mela, Bihar (December)
Also referred to as the Sonepur cattle fair, this is among the biggest cattle fairs in Asia and is held in district Vaishali. You have the option to buy the cattle for sale during this event. The mela commences during Kartik Purnima. Come and visit through the Bihar trip package from Mumbai.
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Float Festival Madurai (December)
Float festival is a spiritual event and will bless you. During this event, the goddess Meenakshi is taken on a boat ride and prior to that, there is a procession toward the lake. Goddess Meenakshi is accompanied by her consort. The deities are taken in golden palanquins. Come here through the Tamil Nadu trip packages conducted by Hellovisit.
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