10 Vibrant Festivals in India 2026 You Cannot Miss

By Harshit
December 31, 2025

Jaipur Literature Festival (January)

Join renowned writers and thinkers at Jaipur for India's premier festival of books and ideas.

Goa Carnival (February)

Experience Goa’s vibrant pre-Lent Carnival with colorful parades, lively music, energetic dance, and delicious local cuisine.

Rann Utsav (Nov–Feb)

Discover Gujarat’s White Desert come alive with traditional folk music, vibrant crafts, rich culture, and festive evening celebrations.

Kochi Muziris Biennale (Dec–March)

Experience striking global art installations and live performances at Kerala’s premier contemporary art festival.

International Flower Festival, Sikkim (May)

Discover a month-long celebration featuring rare orchids, rhododendrons, and lively cultural events.

Hemis Gompa Festival, Ladakh (June)

Celebrate the Buddhist festival with vibrant masked dances, traditional music, and the unveiling of giant thangkas.

Nehru Trophy Snake Boat Race (August)

Witness the thrilling snake boat races in perfect harmony on Kerala’s Punnamada Lake at this annual extravaganza.

Ziro Music Festival (September)

Immerse yourself in indie, folk, and world music set against the breathtaking hills of Arunachal Pradesh’s Ziro Valley.

Majuli Music Festival (Nov–Dec)

Experience Assam’s culture and traditions at India’s biggest indie music festival, celebrating local heritage through music and performances.

Hornbill Festival, Nagaland (December)

Explore Nagaland’s Festival of Festivals to witness vibrant tribal art, traditional dances, local cuisine, and rich cultural heritage.

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