Passed Events India
Holi
Holi in 2025 is on the 14th of March
In memory of Lord Krishna and Radha's eternal love, Holi is celebrated for sixteen days in Vrindavan and Mathura.
Holi festival is a festival celebrated in the spring season. The festival signifies the victory of good over evil, the arrival of spring, end of winter, and for many a festive day to celebrate unity and togetherness. It is also celebrated as a thanksgiving for a good harvest.
Holi is celebrated by the kids and grownups alike in India irrespective of caste, creed, and religion. The festival is celebrated with so much fun and enthusiasm that it’s not only Indian but people from around the globe travel to India during this festival. Each year, thousands of tourists visit India especially Jaipur to be a part of this auspicious festival of joy and fun.
Holi celebration at Jaipur, the pink city, in the traditional way to get a glimpse of one of the most popular festival in India.
Goa Carnival Festival
The mirthful exuberance of the fun and music-loving people of Goa reaches is climax during the three day Goa Carnival celebrations.
March 1 – March 4
Jaisalmer Desert Festival
A Very Famous "The Desert Festival" is an annual event organized in the beautiful city, Jaisalmer.
From February 10- 12, 2025 (Tentatively).
It is a four-day-long annual event started with a colorful grand procession.
Desert Festival represents the rich and colorful Rajasthani folk culture and concludes on the day of Poornima. During the festival, the desert folks sing and dance eloquently to the triumphs and the tragedies of the land. Other major attractions of the Desert Festival of Mr. Desert & Miss Moomal Competition, Mustache Competition, Turban tying competition, entertaining puppet shows, Camel tattoo show, captivating folk music & dance recitals.
Other attraction Craft Fair @Jawahar Niwas Palace, Jaisalmer
COLD PLAY - Music Of The Spheres World Tour
Grammy award-winning band Coldplay will be bringing their critically acclaimed Music Of The Spheres World Tour to India in January 2025!
Following the sellout success of Coldplay’s summer 2024 European stadium shows, the band has added two spectacular shows in India, on the 18th and 19th of January, 2025, at the DY Patil Stadium, Mumbai.
The India leg promises to deliver an unforgettable experience with mesmerising lights, pyrotechnics, dreamy experiences, and larger-than-life performances that fans have come to love and expect from the band. In addition to performing several hits from their Album of the Year-nominated Music Of The Spheres and new singles “We Pray” and “feels like falling in love” off their upcoming release Moon Music, the group will incorporate anthems from the band’s incredible catalogue, including "Yellow," “The Scientist," "Clocks," “Fix You," “Viva La Vida," "Paradise," “A Sky Full Of Stars,” and “Adventure Of A Lifetime,” into the spectacular stadium show bursting with lasers, fireworks, and LED wristbands.
18-Jan-25
Navi Mumbai, IndiaSat, 6:00 pm 2025 · D Y Patil Sports Stadium
Bandsintown
19-Jan-25
Navi Mumbai, IndiaSun, 6:00 pm 2025 · D Y Patil Sports Stadium
21-Jan-25
Navi Mumbai, IndiaTue, 6:00 pm 2025 · D Y Patil Sports Stadium
01-Jan-25
Ahmedabad, IndiaSat, 6:00 pm 2025 · Sardar Patel Stadium (Navrangpura)
https://in.bookmyshow.com/events/coldplay-music-of-the-spheres-world-tour/ET00412065
Maha Kumbh Mela 2025
The Kumbh Mela is a Hindu pilgrimage and religious festival,
Devotees believe that by bathing in the Ganges one is freed from sins liberating her/him from the cycle of birth and death.
The Kumbh Mela rotates between four locations in India every 12 years:
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh: The holiest of the Kumbh Melas, held at the confluence of the Ganges, Yamuna, and Sarasvati
Haridwar, Uttarakhand: Held on the banks of the Ganges
Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh: Held on the banks of the Shipra
Nashik, Maharashtra: Held on the banks of the Godavari
What it includes
The Kumbh Mela is a time for religious ascetics, saints, sadhus, and pilgrims to congregate. The festival also includes:
A massive tented township with cottages, huts, platforms, civic facilities, and more
The construction of an electricity grid, food and water distribution, and mass vaccinations
Public gathering spaces and nighttime social events
What it's known for
The Kumbh Mela is known for:
Being the largest peaceful congregation of pilgrims on earth
Being attended by millions of people irrespective of caste, creed, or gender
Being listed by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity
https://kumbh.gov.in/
The 2025 International Kite Festival (IKF) in Gujarat
The IKF is a yearly event that takes place in Gujarat during Uttarayan, or Makar Sankranti, when the weather changes from winter to summer. The festival is a celebration of happiness and features kites from all over the world, as well as acrobatic shows and other entertainment. The evening is a highlight, when kite fighters send up illuminated kites called tukkals, which are filled with lights and candles.
The IKF has been held in Ahmedabad since 1989. The festival has attracted master kite makers and flyers from around the world, including Malaysia, Indonesia, the USA, Japan, Italy, and China.
anuary 11: Ahmedabad
January 12: Ahmedabad, Surat, Rajkot, and Vadodara
January 13: Ahmedabad, Shivrajpur, and Kevadiya
January 14: Ahmedabad
IKF Gujarat Tourism
http://ikf.gujarattourism.com/
Christmas
Christmas is an annual festival commemorating the birth of Jesus Christ, observed primarily on December 25 as a religious and cultural celebration among billions of people around the world.
Visiting India -----------https://www.visaindian.co.in/
Bryan Adams
The legendary singer is coming to India with his So Happy It Hurts tour, marking his return after his 2018 visit. Performing in multiple cities across the country, Adams will deliver a memorable experience with his timeless classics like "Summer of '69" and "18 Till I Die." This tour is the perfect chance for fans who missed his previous performance to catch him live.
When: 10-16 December, 2024
Where: Shillong, Hyderabad, Gurugram, Mumbai, and Bengaluru
https://www.bryanadams.com/news/india-december-2024/
Echoes of Earth- India's Greenest Music Festival
“India’s greenest music festival” is set to take placethis yearamidst lush greenery. This year’s theme, “Symphony of Seasons,” is reflected in the striking design and installations like the Jungle Stage, the Kraken-Giant Pacific Octopus, the Big Beak-Great Indian Hornbill, and The Ghost-Horned Ghost Crab. Known for its sustainability initiatives, the festival incorporates upcycled materials, solar-powered stages, and zero-waste practices. Expect a vibrant atmosphere as you enjoy performances from Mount Kimbie, Cobblestone Jazz, Shubh Saran, and many more across genres.
7th & 8th December, 2024 Bangalore
1st & 2nd February, 2025 Goa
https://echoesofearth.com/
Dua Lipa - Musical Concert
Dua Lipa is returning to India, headlining the second edition of the Feeding India concert in Mumbai, a charity event supporting hunger relief efforts. After her debut in 2019, you can look forward to dancing along to hits like Levitating and Don't Start Now. The night will also feature performances from supporting acts Jonita Gandhi and Talwiinder, ensuring a full lineup of unforgettable music.
When: 30 November, 2024
Where: MMRDA Grounds, Mumbai
Time : 3 pm - 10pm
https://www.zomato.com/events/feeding-india-concert-with-dua-lipa-mumbai-et49042
Bandland-Live rock music
Bandland is back in Bengaluru, and this year promises to be bigger than before. Headlined by rock giants Avenged Sevenfold and Extreme, the two-day festival will feature two stages and performances by 12 heavyweight artists. Expect electrifying sets from Sutej Singh and Thaikkudam Bridge, Zero and Bloodywood. From punk to metal and classic rock, this outdoor festival is a must for those seeking a window into India's live rock music scene.
When: 23-24 November, 2024
Where: NICE Grounds, BIEC: Bengaluru
https://www.bandland.in/
ST FRANCIS XAVIER - Exposition of relics, Goa 2024
The solemn opening is on 21 November 2024 and the closing is on 05 January 2025.
https://archgoadaman.com/exposition-2024-25/
Pushkar Camel Fair
The Pushkar Camel Fair is one of India's most highly-rated travel experiences and attracts more than 800,000 tourists and 60,000 expats each year. The fair takes place around Karthik Purnima, a full moon night.
Pushkar Camel Fair 2024
November 9–15, 2024
Location : Pushkar, Rajasthan
Known for: Camel trading, cultural performances, and religious rituals
Other attractions ; Gypsies, snake charmers, carousel rides, and folk music and dance
Highlights
Camels dressed in colorful attire, thousands of devotees bathing in the lake, and a carnival with musicians, dancers, and acrobats.
https://wanderon.in/blogs/pushkar-mela-rajasthan
Dipawali - festival of lights
Diwali is the Hindu festival of lights, It symbolises the spiritual "victory of light over darkness, good over evil, and knowledge over ignorance"
- one of the major religious festivals in Hinduism, Jainism, and Sikhism, lasting for five days from the 13th day of the dark half of the lunar month Ashvina to the second day of the light half of the lunar month Karttika.
Dussehra
Vijayadashami, more commonly known as Dussehra, and also known as Dasara or Dashain, is a major Hindu festival celebrated every year at the end of Durga Puja and Navaratri. It is observed on the tenth day of the month of Ashvin, the seventh in the Hindu lunisolar calendar.
Festival celebrating Lord Rama’s triumph over Ravana. It is also observed to commemorate Goddess Durga’s triumph over the demon Mahishasur and the conclusion of Navratri.
It is a festival of great cultural and spiritual significance, celebrated with joy and fervour across India.
Navaratri Festival
Navaratri is an annual Hindu festival observed in honor of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. It spans over nine nights, first in the month of Chaitra, and again in the month of Ashvin.
Navratri, a vibrant spectacle recognized globally as the longest dance festival. It’s a time of devotion, joy, and a spectrum of traditional dances. It’s the time when people of any age can’t stop themselves from indulging into the traditional Gujarati dance form Garba. & Dandiya
Garba is a dance form dedicated to Goddess Amba. It symbolizes the cyclical nature of life and is performed during Navratri to express devotion and unity.
Participating in Navratri demands loads of energy and vitality, comparable to athletes as it involves dancing for continuous 9 nights on the rhythm of Garba and Dandiya
With the festivities stretching late into the night, good health and preparations becomes key to enjoy every beat and rhythm to its fullest.
Onam Festival
Onam is one of the most popular and significant harvest festivals of Kerala. It is essentially a ten-day festival celebrated with great fervor all over the state between August and September.
Onam, the famous festival of joy and harmony is celebrated all over Kerala- the celebrations spanning over ten days. It’s that time of the year when the marked day on the calendar finally appears, and the air is ignited by zeal and infectious energy. It is a time for feasts, prayers, rangolis, gatherings and bringing out the popular ‘Onam sadya recipe’. The celebrations are marked by folk dances, martial arts forms, traditional games, feasts, and flowers.
Pookalam: The Floral Decorations & Arrangement. ...
Pulikali: The Grand Tiger Dance. ...
Vallamkali: The Snake Boat Race. ...
Onam Sadya: The Complete Meal.
Akthok Tsechu
Takthok Tsechu is celebrated on 10th and 11th of the sixth month of Tibetan lunar calendar. During this festival, the monks perform a special Cham called 'Guru Tsengyat Cham' - the eight manifestations of Guru
Padmasambhava.Tak-Thok Tse-Chu is a major Buddhist festival celebrated in Ladakh, one of the prime tourist destinations in India. This festival is one of the important festivals celebrated on a grand scale in Ladakh and it is a prime attraction for tourists and pilgrims in the region. It is celebrated on the 10-11th day of the Lunar Tibetan Calendar, which usually falls in the in the month of July or August every year. TakThok TseChu because of its great fervour and pomp, clubbed with spiritualism of Tibetan Buddhism, and of course the scenic beauty of the location, attract a large number of tourists from all across the country, including abroad.
Tak-Thok Tse-Chu is celebrated at Takthok monastery in Ladakh. Takthok Monastery is located about 55 Kms from Leh. The monastery has a traditional look and feel, built around a cave of 8th century, where it is believed that Guru Rinpoche stayed for his meditation. Takthok monastery or gompa is the only Nyingmapa monastery in Ladakh and it houses 60 monks. Nyingmapa is the oldest of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism. Takthok mean “rock roof” in local Ladakhi language. One of the attractive features of this monastery is that roof and walls of the gompa are made of rock. The entire monastery comes to live during the festival time. The Takthok Tsechu festival is held to commemorate Guru Rinpoche.Tak-Thok Tse-Chu 2023 dates are 28th and 29th July 2023. Book an exclusive Ladakh Tour 2023 during Tak-Thok Tse-Chu to have a glimpse of the cultural life of the Tibetan monks and the locals in Ladakh.
Major attractions of Tak-Thok Tse-Chu
• One of the highlighting events in the Tak-Thok Tsechu Festival is the cham dance, performed by monks and the locals wearing elaborate masks and colourful costumes. The masks represent various religious characters and the Cham dance is a depiction of triumph of good over evil. The dance, also depicts the stories of compassionate deities which the Ladakhi people worship.
• Many tourists flock to the monastery, including the pilgrims and monks. It is said that whoever gets a chance to pay homage to Guru Rinpoche and other deities during the festival time are blessed and get protection from all evil forces.
• The locals visit the monastery to offer their prayers, wearing their best traditional dresses (Goncha) and jewelleries. Rituals are followed for 2 days by the monks and the local people.
• The ambience all around is a festive one and the monastery ground becomes a social gathering where people greet each other and have fun.
• People gather to witness the various folk dances, spiritual music and other cultural practices of Ladakh.
A tour to Ladakh during Tak-Thok Tse-Chu is a must in one’s life to get acquainted with the cultural life of the people of Ladakh. You can visit the monastery by road, after getting down at Leh or Jammu. The nearest airport is Kushok Bakula Rinpochey Airport, Leh and the nearest convenient railway station is Jammu. Leh is just 55 km away from the monastery. Leh-Ladakh Tour Package during Tak-Thok Tse-Chu festival gives you a good chance to explore this beautiful place. Make your travel plans to Leh during the festival time with the best travel operator in India and make your Tour to Ladakh a memorable one -
Jagannath Rath Yatra
Festival of Chariots, rooted in the traditions of Jagannath Puri, Odisha
Jagannath Rath Yatra is one of the main festival celebrated by ISKON - Vijayawada
Five Days of Unmatched Festivities: Dive into a vibrant 3-day Rath Yatra Mela and a spectacular 2-day Rath Cultural Fest.
Global Musical Extravaganza: Enjoy soulful performances by devotee musicians from 7 different countries.
Join the Community in Pulling the Rath: Feel the unity and devotion as thousands of people pull the grand chariot.
Enlightening Cultural Activities like SRINIVAS KALYANAM, NARASIMHA VAIBHAVAM, DRAMAS .. https://www.iskconvijayawada.org/
How to reach
The nearest airport is Vijayawada, which is 14 KMs away.
The nearest convenient railway station is Vijayawada, which is 5 KMs away.
The nearest major city is Vijayawada, which is 3KMs away.
Rann Utsav
Rann Utsav
Rann Utsav is one of the most eagerly-awaited tourism events of India, which celebrates the marvels of nature at the White Desert and the rich cultural and artistic heritage of Kutch.
Brace yourself for a unique tented accommodation that matches scales with best-in-class hospitality, offering you multiple options in Rann Utsav Packages, right from Darbari Suite, Rajwadi Suite, Premium Tents, Deluxe AC Swiss Cottages, to Non-AC Swiss Cottages.
Kutch Rann Utsav 2023 / 2024 has been announced by Gujarat tourism and this year, it is going to held from 1st Nov 2023 to 25th February 2024.
https://www.rannutsav.com/
Khajuraho Dance Festival - 20 Feb 2024-26 Feb 2024
The Fusion of Classical Music and Dance
The ling and rich cultural traditions sprinkled in the form of a fusion of varied Indian attire, steps, and tunes. From Kathak, Bharathanatyam and Odissi to Kuchipudi, Manipuri, and Kathakali, the Khajuraho Dance Festival is one of the remarkable testimonials to Indian classical euphony. The weeklong extravaganza fetches not only domestic leisure travelers but also demented international travelers from the farthest corners who seek to explore the rich Indian culture and its history. Organized by the Madhya Pradesh Kala Parishad, the Khajuraho Dance Festival beats the dance performances by artists of World fame and tunes the ambiance against the spectacular backdrop of the magnificently lit Khajuraho temples. For you, it’s a discovery and for few, it’s a tribute. The Khajuraho Dance Festival 2020 is thus an opportunity for you to discover the ultimate colors and clamors of Indian tradition and music that is long lost and enshrouded in the modern world of string and tuner jockeys.
The Khajuraho Dance Festival, organised by the Madhya Pradesh Kala Parishad, is a one-week festival of classical dances held annually beside the Khajuraho temples in Chhatarpur district of Madhya Pradesh state in central India.
Ustad Alauddin Khan Sangeet evam Kala Academi with support of Directorate of Culture, Government of Madhya Pradesh organizes this famous Khajuraho Dance Festival at Internationally known tourist destination Khajuraho. This dance festival is the top most festival in the country which is Nationally and Internationally acclaimed festival where all renowened dance artists performs. https://khajurahodancefestival.com/
https://utsav.gov.in/view-event/khajuraho-dance-festival- tickets
Activities
Dance Performance, Thrill of Skying, Culinary Delights, Explore Khajuraho, Luxurious Camping, Village Tour, E-Bike Tour, Segway Tour, Art Mart, Vanjan Mela
The Taj Mahotsav festival in Agra - 18th to 27th February every year
The Taj Mahotsav festival in Agra - Celebration Monument of Taj
Agra is often called the city of love as it holds the evergreen symbol of love that a husband gave to his wife, namely the majestic Taj Mahal. Other than this the city has its own historical essence as it finds a mention in the epic of Mahabharata as Caravan. It has been believed that the city was found by the Sultan Sikandar Lodi, ruler of Delhi Sultanate and it was earlier known by the name of Akbarabad and remained the capital of the Mughal Empire.
Later on, the capital was shifted by Shah Jahan from Agra to Delhi, but the place still holds a position in the space of architecture. The Taj Mahotsav is inspired by the Taj Mahal itself. It is ten days long event which is conducted every year from 18th February to 27th February. It brings in the Mughal spirit among the people and takes us back to the medieval days of Nawab styles which were prevalent in Uttar Pradesh in the 18th or 19th centuries.
In case you are planning their trip to Agra, February is the best month to visit as you may experience one of the Seven Wonders of the World, Taj Mahal and at the same time, one gets the chance to attend the ten-day festival of Taj Mahotsav where the ostentatious building of Taj Mahal is celebrated every year.
About Taj Mahotsav
Every year, the festival is celebrated on the basis of a theme or message wherein all the performances are given in accordance to the theme or in the remembrance of that particular message. Mostly the themes are regarding the heritage of India and how it should be preserved for future generations. The cost of the ticket to the ten-day gala is meager. One ticket costs Rs 40 and children who are below the age of ten years can attend it free of cost. The best part of the event is that foreign visitors are not charged with any sort of entry fee.
Cultural significance of Taj Mahotsav
The Taj Mahotsav or the Taj festival showcases a variety of artwork and the festival is a sort of exhibition of the artisans coming over from different corners of the country. The festival is a spectacular platform wherein one can discover the rich culture and heritage of India by the means of Indian craftsmanship. The ten-day event is organized in the name of these craftsmen and they get a chance to present their beautiful and amazing artwork which is quite rare these days. The fest is organized every year and people of Uttar Pradesh wait eagerly for this ten-day event. The fest is annually conducted in Silpagram which is near the eastern gate of the Taj Mahal.
This festival is one of the most vibrant occasions of Agra and every year people come from different cities just to see the Taj Mahotsav. It gives a huge platform to artisans to display their spectacular specimens of work. Other than those people visiting the festival get knowledge about the rich art of India prevailing in the Mughal era. Tourists may witness the culture, cuisine, dance, and music of India as well in this festival. Taj Mahal is itself very popular as a tourist attraction and during this event, the whole of Agra experiences a huge influx of tourists from India as well as abroad. The ten-day event is sponsored by Uttar Pradesh and is organized by the Taj Mahotsav Committee under the authority of Commissioner, Agra Division. Taj Mahotsav can be called the “Gala Carnival” of Uttar Pradesh wherein the talents of our artisans are displayed at a public platform.
Events during Taj Mahotsav
The Taj Mahotsav is one of the impressive fests of Agra which is conducted in a grand procession and brings in the memory of the Mughal era in the streets of Agra. The procession is one of the main attractions of the ten-day fest. These parades actually depict the grandeur and valor of the Mughal Emperors and rulers who have contributed a lot to the history and evolution of India as a country. Elephants and camels are beautifully adorned; the drum beaters of the procession are also loaded with ornaments.
Even the trumpet players are wearing amazing costumes and the entire procession can be considered as the whole of India walking towards its destination. All the artists coming from different parts of the country showcase their talents during the parade and the core part of the procession, artisans and craftsmen with extraordinary adroitness are in their finest regional attire when they are participating in the procession. It is indeed evident that the Taj festival is celebrated with a lot of zest and enthusiasm; one can witness the best performances by some of the renowned artists. There are performances of dance, drama, music which leave you awestruck. Some of the common dance performances which are performed annually in the fest are Lavani of Maharashtra, appear dance of Rajasthan and Nautanki (drama). These folk shows are the fundamental part of Taj Mahotsav and they allow you to enjoy the nawab styles of the medieval period.
These performances are so impactful, and action-packed that leave a strong impression in every person’s soul and it would be longer than even you would be dancing to the tunes and music of these performances. This festival is mainly conducted so as to provide the Indian craftsmen and artisans a platform where they can come and project their talents in front of the whole world in the form of their handicraft goods. It can be called as an exhibition of their handicraft goods which are not so commonly available. These handicrafts are also available for sale and the tourists and visitors can buy these unique and rare goods and take it as souvenir.
Taj Mahotsav- offering a platform to craftsmen
Every year about 400 to 500 artisans belonging to different parts of the country get a chance to present their art work in this ten ay event. These art works include stone carvings, wood carvings from Tamil Nadu, and then one can also see the bamboo or cane work of North-east India, paper mash work of South India and Kashmir is also very famous. Agra has also got some artisans from the city itself known for marble and zardozi work, woodwork coming from Saharanpur, even metals are used to make goods such as brass wares from Moradabad. Then there are carpets from Bhadohi, the popular chikan work of Lucknow, pottery items from Khurja, hand printing from Farrukhabad. West Bengal has also got artisans famous for Kantha stitching. The known silk and zari work from Banaras and carpets and silk shawls from Kashmir are also at display in the festival. This shows that there is no dearth of artwork in India, in fact, India should be propagating their handicraft work all over the world and this festival is one of the stepping stones to achieve that grand status.
The other activities which are going on simultaneously are exciting animal rides, people get a chance to sit on the backs of elephants and camels and roam around the colorful festival. There is also a food festival organized during these celebrations and people with a huge appetite should definitely taste the different flavors of India. The food festival offers multiple cuisines at different stalls and the smell is itself alluring which will automatically draw you to these stalls.
This carnival is also used as a medium for propagating some social issues and initiatives as lots of people come to attend the carnival, thus Uttar Pradesh State AIDS Control Society uses folk dances to make people aware about AIDS and they are also leading a movement against all sorts of discrimination which are suffered by AIDS inflicted people.
http://www.tajmahotsav.org/
GOA SUN SPLASH 2024
https://www.goasunsplash.com/
Goa Sunsplash is a three-day festival steeped in the ideals of peace, love, and unity. Situated on the sun-drenched beaches of Goa, India, the festival is focused on creating a holistic lifestyle experience through music, art, dance, wellness programs, and social forums, that will keep you dancing all night long.