From the midwinter International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad to the autumnal Navratri Garba nights, and the four-month Rann Utsav on the salt desert, each celebration is a majestic experience of local folklore and community spirit. These fairs and festivals showcase everything from classical dance at ancient temples to tribal melas , offering travellers a truly immersive cultural experience.
Here’s our guide to key Gujarati festivals—when to go, what to see, and how to get there.