Festivals in February (2024) I Holidify

This February has something from all genres and styles, in the form of countless fairs and fests marked over its calendars, from dance, and music, to surfing, biking, and wine festivals painted havelis, contemporary arts and so much more, to keep you on your toes, all around the month and loving it! Here is a list of our handpicked favorite festivals in February.

Festivals in February: India

1. Jaisalmer Desert Festival

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Not only is this time of the year ideal to visit the outskirts of the Thar, but with the festivity and tints of the Jaisalmer Desert Festival, it almost becomes essential. With camel rides, camel races, turban tying competitions, a moustache competition and the staple Rajasthani folk dances and music, the festival finds itself host to visitors from around the world.

When: TBA, 2025
Where: Jaisalmer, Rajasthan

2. Surajkund International Crafts Mela

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Organized by Haryana Tourism, this fair is essential for shopaholics and foodies. With jewelry, pottery, handicrafts, clothing, cultural performances, and a menu that covers all of India and more, this one will keep you coming back each year. The theme this year is Chhattishgarh and tickets will be available at the venue or can be booked online with an option of e-tickets as well.

When: 7 - 23 February 2025
Where: Surajkund, Faridabad (Near Delhi)
Website: http://haryanatourism.gov.in/showpage.aspx?contentid=5603

3. World Sacred Spirit Festival

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This festival will be seen celebrating the spirit of the Sufi traditions in Africa, India and parts of East Asia, in two of the most magnificent forts on Rajasthan‘s itinerary. Head to this one, for an experience which is rare, sacred and a little beyond the everyday.

When: 14 - 16 February, 2025
Where: Mehrangarh fort, Jaisalmer.
Website: https://www.worldsacredspiritfestival.org/

4. Taj Mahotsav

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Though Agra remains staple for most tourist circuits that cover the best of India, there is another reason to visit the city in February. Taj Mahotsav is a 10 day celebration of art, crafts, cuisines, dance and music by the eastern gate of the wonder itself, Taj Mahal.

When: 17-27th February
Where: Shilpgram near the Eastern gate of "Taj Mahal, Agra
Website: www.tajmahotsav.org

5. Mahindra Blues Festival

The Mahindra Blues Festival (MBF) is India’s largest and most prestigious blues music festival, attracting legendary artists from around the globe. The festival not only celebrates international blues legends but also provides a platform for emerging talent, showcasing the universal appeal of blues in India. Tickets are available online via platforms like BookMyShow or the official festival website. Early booking is recommended, as passes sell out quickly.

When: 10 -11 February, 2025
Where: Mehboob Studios, Mumbai

6. Sula Fest

Sula fest is called India’s gourmet world music festival. There is wine, music, dancing, delicacies, shopping, camping, and absolutely no reason to miss this. Tickets start at INR 2500.

When: 1 - 2 February, 2025
Where: Sula Vineyard, Nasik, Maharashtra
Website: www.sulafest.net

7. Kala Ghoda Arts Festival

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With a wide variety of elements and arts, the Kala Ghoda Art festival carpets cinema, theatre, literature, music, food, heriatge walks, design and architecture, visual arts, dance, workshops and still more!

When: 25 January – 2 February, 2025
Where: Mumbai
Website: www.kalaghodaassociation.com

8. Khajuraho Dance Festival

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With one of the most erotic structures and temples in the backdrop, the Khajuraho Dance festival celebrates classical dances from all across the country and pays a tribute the many artisans and creators of the monuments.

When: 20th-26th February
Where: Chitragupta Temple and Vishwanatha Temple, Khajuraho, Madhya Pradesh
Website: khajurahodancefestival.com

9. Konark Dance Festival

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Another popular festival of classical dances, this one too, finds in its backdrop one of the most celebrated and grand monumnets, the Sun temple. There is also a crafts mela and a fusion of painting and music.

When: 19 - 25 February, 2025
Where: Sun temple, Konark, Odisha

10. Deccan Festival

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This one has qawali, gazhals, crafts, poetry, art, a fair for jewelery as well as the most tempting nawabi cuisine that the town is known for. Celebrating all that the town gets defined by, the fair is a highlight and popular for shopping for local specialties such as pearls and bangles.

When: 25 February - 1 March 2025
Where: Qutub Shahi Tombs, Hyderabad

11. Kila Raipur Rural Olympics

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This one is rustic, unique, global, a whopping 60 years old and nothing like anything you would have seen before. If tractor racing, bullock kart racing and Kabaddi sound like your idea of February, it might just make your day to hear that the entry to this craziness is free!

When: TBA 2024
Where: Kila Raipur, near Ludhiana, Punjab

12. India Art Fair

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One of the most celebrated stages for arts in South Asia, the 7th edition of India Art Fair has on exhibit sculpture, installation art, new media and performance art coupled with an art book store, book launches and much more. Tickets to this celebration of contemporary arts start at INR 800.

When: 6-9 - 4th February, 2025
Where: Okhla, New Delhi
Website: www.indiaartfair.in

13. Shekhwati festival

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One of the richest cultural and art festivals of India, and yet a humble affair, this one celebrates the very spirit of the province of Shekhwati, the limelight being its extensively and intricately painted haveli, which are said to be quite a wonder. Other than these there are local sports and games, an organic food court, a mehendi competition, laughter shows, a craft bazaar, a fire show, and countless more to keep you under the town’s charm.

When: 1 - 5 February 2025
Where: Shekhwati, Nawalgarh, Rajasthan

14. World Peace Music Festival Sur Jahan

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If you are on a lookout for a spiritual and soulful experience, then February has a bit of a treat for you this year. See artists from over 5 nations including Egypt, Denmark and Brazil as well as from the states of Gujarat, West Bengal and Rajasthan.

When and Where: 31 January - 2 February (Golf Green Central Park Kolkata), 4 February (Bannabagram Baul Ashram), 7-8 February, Kala Academy Goa
Website: https://surjahan.com/

Festivals in February: Outside India

15. Lantern Festival

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The Lantern Festival marks the end of the Chinese New Year celebrations. Streets are adorned with colorful lanterns, and various activities like lion dances, dragon dances, and fireworks take place. In Taiwan, the Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival is famous for releasing thousands of lanterns into the sky, creating a mesmerizing spectacle.

When: 12 February, 2025
Where: China, Taiwan, and other East Asian countries

16. Sapporo Snow Festival

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The Sapporo Snow Festival is one of Japan's most popular winter events, featuring hundreds of snow and ice sculptures displayed across three main sites: Odori Park, Susukino, and Tsudome. The festival includes concerts, food stalls, and snow slides, offering entertainment for all ages.