Festivals in Karnataka
Explore the best festivals in Karnataka — curated places with photos, practical details and how-to-reach information for your trip.
12 places (of 12)
Dussehra -Karnataka
The 10 day festival of Dussehra in Karnataka is mainly held in Mysore where the royal family of Mysore has a major and significant contribution. The most important…
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated throughout the country and is an important festival of the Hindus. The festival is celebrated on the birthday of Lord Ganesh, who is…
Gowri Festival-Karnataka
An idol of Goddess Gowri (Goddess Parvati) is worshipped on the Gowri Habba day. Usually the idol is prepared using Turmeric or a clay idol of Goddess Gowri is also…
Groundnut Festival in Karnataka | HolidayLandmark
Groundnut Festival in Karnataka | HolidayLandmark is one of the notable places to visit in Karnataka.
Hampi Utsav
The Hampi festival is a grand spectacle of dance, drama and music amidst the ancient ruins of Hampi, the majestic capital of the Vijayanagara Empire. Organized by…
Hoysala Mahotsava in Karnataka | HolidayLandmark
Hoysala Mahotsava in Karnataka | HolidayLandmark is one of the notable places to visit in Karnataka.
Kambala Festival-Karnataka
The Kambala Festival is famous for the Buffalo race that is held during the celebrations. During the Kambala Festival in Karnataka, when the fields are wet, the…
Karaga Festival-Karnataka
The Karaga carrier is taken from his home by the members of the Dharmaraya Temple. The carrier's wife takes on the role of a widow. Her mangala sutra (necklace…
Krishna Janam Ashtami- Karnataka
The pooja is performed late in the evening,Particularly time when Moon rises this time will differ for different places this time will mentioned in Hindu calendar…
Mahashivaratri-Karnataka
Devotees cutting across caste barriers will throng historic temples in the city, particularly the Someshwara in Ulsoor, Gavi Gangadhareshwara in Gavipuram…
Makar Sankranti
In Karnataka, the festival is marked by visiting one's friends and relatives to exchange greetings, and by the preparation of a dish called Ellu (made with sesame…
Naga Panchami-Karnataka
People visit the Naga temple or "Ant hill" is worshipped with reference that snakes lived in Ant hills. People decorate the ant hill with vermilon, turmeric…
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