Chandrabhaga Fair
A traditional Kartik fair near Jhalrapatan in Rajasthan.
Nov 23–25, 2026
Rajasthan
Rajasthan
The land of kings and forts, Rajasthan is India's most colorful state with magnificent palaces, vast deserts, and vibrant culture. Explore majestic forts of Jodhpur and Jaisalmer, experience royal heritage of Udaipur, witness grandeur of Jaipur, enjoy camel safaris in Thar Desert, and experience unforgettable royal experiences.
Cities in Rajasthan
22 places to explore
Upcoming events in Rajasthan
Festivals and celebrations across the state
Bundi Utsav
A heritage and cultural festival in the painted town of Bundi.
Nov 27–29, 2026
Bundi, Rajasthan
Pushkar Camel Fair
Rajasthan’s famous livestock fair and cultural gathering.
Nov 17–24, 2026
Pushkar, Rajasthan
Diwali
Diwali experiences in three of India’s best-known celebration destinations.
Nov 08, 2026
Ayodhya, Uttar Pradesh
Thar Festival Barmer
The Thar Festival is Barmer's signature cultural celebration, held annually to showcase the raw, unfiltered folk traditions of Rajasthan's vast desert heartland. Camel races, folk music, gair and fire dances, and traditional craft displays bring the sandy landscape alive over two vibrant days. Unlike the more polished tourist-facing festivals of larger Rajasthan cities, Thar Festival retains an earthy authenticity, offering visitors direct access to the music, textiles, and living culture of the communities that call the Thar Desert home.
26th to 27th October 2026
Rajasthan
Marwar Festival Jodhpur
The Marwar Festival is a two-day celebration of Jodhpur's rich folk heritage, held every October against the dramatic backdrop of the Mehrangarh Fort. Dedicated to the folk heroes and ballads of the Marwar region, the festival features stirring performances of Rajasthani folk music, ghoomar dance, and the haunting melodies of the sarangi and dholak. A camel tattoo show and processions through the blue city add pageantry to the proceedings, making it a deeply immersive window into the soul of Marwar.
24th to 25th October 2026
Jodhpur, Rajasthan
Dussehra Fair Kota
The Dussehra Fair in Kota is one of India's grandest Dussehra celebrations, drawing lakhs of visitors to the banks of the Chambal River every October. The festival is renowned for its towering effigies of Ravana, Kumbhkarna, and Meghanada, among the tallest in the country, culminating in a spectacular burning ceremony after sunset. A sprawling mela runs alongside with rides, food stalls, and folk entertainment, making Kota's Dussehra a full-scale cultural event rather than just a religious occasion.
Oct 20, 2026–Nov 06, 2026
Rajasthan
Deeg Fetival
The Deeg Festival is a vibrant annual celebration held in Deeg, Bharatpur district, showcasing the town's magnificent 18th-century Bharatpur royal palace complex. The highlight is a breathtaking fountain display where hundreds of jets illuminate the Mughal-style gardens after dark, a spectacle the palaces were originally built to host. Folk performances, craft exhibitions, and cultural programmes run alongside, drawing visitors to this often-overlooked gem of Rajasthan's heritage circuit.
10th to 11th October 2026
Bharatpur, Rajasthan
Abhaneri Festival
The Abhaneri Festival is a two-day cultural celebration held at the iconic Chand Baori stepwell in Dausa district, one of the world's deepest and most geometrically stunning ancient structures. Organised by the Rajasthan government, the festival brings classical and folk performances to life against the dramatic backdrop of the 9th-century stepwell, creating an unforgettable open-air experience. For heritage lovers and photographers alike, it is among Rajasthan's most visually striking cultural events.
12th to 13th October 2026
Jaipur, Rajasthan
Kajli Teej
Kajli Teej in Bundi is one of Rajasthan's most spectacular yet intimate festivals, celebrated with a grandeur that rivals larger cities. Held on the third day of Bhadrapada's dark fortnight (August-September), the festival features a magnificent procession winding through Bundi's narrow lanes, with decorated elephants, camels, folk musicians, and women in vibrant traditional attire. Against the backdrop of the town's stepped baoris and painted havelis, Kajli Teej offers an authentic, crowd-free window into Rajasthan's living cultural heritage.
31st August to 1st September 2026
Rajasthan
Teej Festival
Teej is Jaipur's most beloved monsoon festival, celebrating the arrival of rains and the reunion of Goddess Parvati with Lord Shiva. Married women dress in green and red, adorn themselves with intricate mehndi, and swing on flower-decorated jhulas while singing folk songs. The grand procession through the walled city features decorated elephants, folk dancers, and tableaux, drawing thousands of visitors every year. Celebrated in Shravan (July-August), Teej captures Rajasthan's royal heritage and living folk traditions at their finest.
14th to 15th August 2026
Jaipur, Rajasthan