Events of RajasthanBeing one of the most popular tourist destinations in India, the imperial  state of Rajasthan is also well-known for its events, such as fairs & festivals, joyous celebrations, music, dance and festivals. These events add to color to the state. Apart from religious festivals, there are also some traditional fairs and festival in the colorful state of Rajasthan, India in which people from all communities participate with great zeal and zest. Royal Indian Tour provides in brief information about some of major fairs and festivals of Rajasthan, India.
Nagaur Fair, Nagaur (Jan-Feb.)
Nagaur Fair is predominantly a cattle fair which provides an opportunity to participate in some of the local sports. This fair shows rich Rajasthani culture.
Kite Festival (held on 14th Jan of every year)
Kite Festival of Rajasthan is one of the most fabulous festivals celebrated in India. It is festival with a difference. On the day of Kite Festival, the sky all over Rajasthan fills with colorful and designer kites. In the evening, kites with lights in them and fireworks brighten the skies above and create a stunning view which is worth visiting. Predominantly this festival is celebrated in the city of Jaipur and Jodhpur.
Desert Festival, Jaisalmer (Jan-Feb)
Desert Festival is one of the most popular festivals of Rajasthan, and celebrated in the Golden City - Jaisalmer with great zeal and zest. The festival enhances the enchantment of the city of Jaisalmer. Desert Festival of Jaisalmer attracts the tourists to the city.
Baneshwar Fair, Baneshwar (Jan-Feb.)
Baneshwar Fair is a religious festival with simple and traditional rituals. This fair is predominantly famous among local people or tribal from the neighboring states of Madhya Pradesh and Gujarat. The festival is dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Gangaur Festival, Jaipur (March-April)
Celebrated in Jaipur with great zeal and zest, Gangaur Festival is one of the most important festivals in the colorful state of Rajasthan, India. This festival is celebrated after Holi - the festival of color or joy. Celebrated for 18 days, this festival is celebrated in the honor of Hindu Goddess Parvati and Lord Shiva. This festival is celebrated predominantly by women or young girls of Rajasthan. Women worship to Parvati and Shiva and desire long life and well-being of their husbands. Young girls pray for their having good husbands.
Mewar Festival,
Udaipur
(March-April)
Mewar Festival of Udaipur is one of the most important festivals in the city of sunrise - Udaipur, Rajasthan, India. This festival is celebrated to greet the spring season. During this festival one can enjoy Rajasthani folk songs & music, folk dance, processions, devotional music and fireworks.
Elephant Festival, Jaipur (March-April)
Elephant Festival is also an important festival of Rajasthan which is celebrated with great zeal and zest in the capital city Rajasthan - Jaipur. Become a part of this interesting festival and enjoy various elephant sports.
Urs Ajmer Sharif,
Ajmer
(According to Lunar Calendar)
This festival is a religious festival and celebrated in the memory and honor of Muslim Sufi Saint Khawaja Moinuddin Chisti. All of Ajmer seems to take on a festive air and several programmes are organized to mark the festivals.
Summer Festival, Mt.Abu (June)
Summer Festival is celebrated in the month of June with great zeal and zest in the only hill station of Rajasthan, India. Mount Abu is the coldest place of the state and famous for Dilwara Jain Temples and cool surroundings & natural beauty.
Teej Festival, Jaipur (July-August)
Teej Festival is celebrated to mark the advent of monsoon. Teej Festival is celebrated by women. Fundamentally the festival of women, it is fascinating to watch them enjoying in groups and at various bazaars where they turn up to shop in all their finery.
 Kajli Teej, Bundi (July-August)
Kajli Teej of Bundi is also a festival of women. But it is different in several ways from Teej Festival of Jaipur. Teej Festival of Jaipur is celebrated on the third day of the month of Shravana and Kajli Teej Festival of Bundi is celebrated on the third day of the month of Bhadra.
Dussehra Festival,
Kota
(October)
Dussehra is a famous festival of Hindus and celebrated in all over India with great zeal and zest. But Dussehra in Kota has its own charm. The festival is celebrated on the tenth day of Ashvin. The festival of Dussehra is also known as Vijayadashmi. According to legend, this day Lord Rama (epic hero of Ramayana) returned his home Ayodhya after the victory over demon King Ravana.
Marwar Festival,
Jodhpur
(October)
Marwar Festival is celebrated in city of Jodhpur with great enthusiasm. This festival is mainly devoted to music and dance of Marwar region. The festival shows the folk traditions of Marwar region of Rajasthan.
Pushkar Fair, (November)
Pushkar is small but beautiful town of Rajasthan, India. This little town is famous for its religious importance and Fairs & Festivals. Pushkar Fair & Festival is famous all over the world. Pushkar Fair is mainly a cattle fair. This festival also depicts the rich culture of Rajasthan. Music, dance, auctions, sports, bazaars and exquisite handicraft are the highlight of this famous event.
Camel Festival,
Bikaner
(January)
Camel Festival is celebrated every year in the city of Bikaner with great enthusiasm. It is one of the most popular tourist destinations of Rajasthan, India. During this festival the city comes alive with folk dance, music and dance. The festival also provides opportunity to enjoy camel performance, camel race, camel dance, etc.
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