Upcoming Events & Festivals in Bikaner

Upcoming Events & Festivals in Bikaner

Bikaner is a city in Rajasthan, India. It has been called the "city of lakes" for its numerous lakes and water bodies, which have attracted tourism and pilgrimage for centuries. The city was founded in 1551 by Rao Jodha, the grandson of Rao Bika who was himself the son-in-law of the king of Malwa. Bikaner served as a strategic outpost during much of ancient history when it was part of Delhi Sultanate before gaining independence as an independent princely state in 1847 AD until 1947 AD when it merged with other princely states into India under Directive Principles Of State Policy by then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru

Bikaner Camel Festival 

The annual two-day festival held in January showcases the cultural heritage of Bikaner and the significance of camels in the region. While there are many festivals throughout India that celebrate camel races, this one is unique because it also includes cultural performances by local artists. For example, you might see folk dancers performing traditional dances or even watch a man play sitar on stage as part of his performance!

The first day of this festival features competitions between groups of men dressed up as camels (known as “camel jockeys”) who race against each other on foot while carrying their riders on their backs. There are prizes awarded for winners; those who lose will receive prizes given out by spectators instead!

Karni Mata Fair

Karni Mata Fair - Discover the significance of the Rat Temple and the unique ritual of feeding rats that takes place during this fair held in March.

The Karni Mata Festival is celebrated on Makar Sankranti, which marks the beginning of winter season in India. The festival falls on April 21st every year, but it can be observed anytime between March-April due to its relation with solar cycle. The celebration includes various rituals like performing pooja ceremonies and making offerings to goddesses like Bishtiputra Kaalmati, Bishtijpathri Devi etc., followed by giving gifts to children as well as animals (such as rats).

Gangaur Festival 

Gangaur Festival - Learn about the traditional festival that celebrates the union of Lord Shiva and Parvati and the rituals and processions associated with it.

The most important aspect of this festival is a procession which takes place every year in Bikaner city on Mahashivratri day (February 13). It starts from Maheshwar Temple and ends at Kailashpuri, where Lord Shiva resides. On this day, devotees perform pinda kabristans (sacrificial fires), which are later taken out to nearby villages or towns for distribution among people who have no ready-made food at home during winter season. The procession also includes various deities such as Murari Mangal, Kartikeya Chamundi, Nandi bull too along with other animals like peacock henna bird etc., who are considered sacred by Hindus since ancient times

Akshaya Tritiya 

Akshaya Tritiya, also known as Akshay Tritiya or Akshaya Vigraha, is an auspicious day that falls on the 15th day of Krishna Paksha in Bhadrapada nakshatra. It is believed to be the most auspicious time of the year for starting any new venture or undertaking a new journey. The name Akshay comes from Lord Vishnu, who represents creation and preservation. The devotees celebrate this festival by fasting and praying to gods and goddesses for their success in life.

Teej Festival

The Teej Festival is a celebration of the monsoon season, which falls in August. The festival celebrates the arrival of rain and its impact on agriculture, as well as welcomes new life with colourful festivities.

The Teej Festival has been held at Bikaner since 16th century when it was known as 'Bundi'. This festival is celebrated with music, dance and colorful celebrations during this month.

Janmashtami

Janmashtami is the festival that celebrates Lord Krishna's birth. The day marks the occasion when he was born from his mother, Devaki, and father Vasudeva. Janmashtami falls on the eighth lunar day in Chaitra month (March–April). It is celebrated with great devotion by all Hindus irrespective of their caste or creed.

The most important part of Janmashtmi celebrations includes “havan” – a ritual bath taken by womenfolk in their homes before starting any work after dawn hours or before going to bed at night time. This bath symbolizes purification from sin and pollution so that they can be ready for another year ahead without any hindrance

Diwali

Diwali is one of the most popular festivals in India, and Bikaner is no exception. The festival of lights is celebrated on the new moon day of Kartik or any day between October to November.

The festival has been celebrated since ancient times as per Hindu calendar. This festival marks victory over darkness by lighting up homes with candles, lamps, lanterns etc..

Holi 

Holi - Learn about the vibrant and colorful celebration of Holi in Bikaner, and how the festival is celebrated in different parts of the city.

Holi is one of India's most celebrated festivals. It is a spring festival that celebrates love, friendship, togetherness and family values. On this day people throw colored powder at each other; some people wear masks or use coloured water to get dressed up for the occasion. The festival takes place on 13th March every year when a large amount of water is poured over everyone as part of an ancient Hindu ritual called "pancharatra". This practice has been followed since ancient times despite being banned by some religions such as Islam which considers it sacrilegious or idol worshiping acts due to its resemblance with Islamic traditions but still many people continue using them because they believe it brings good luck!

Nagaur Fair

Nagaur Fair - Explore the annual cattle fair held in Nagaur near Bikaner, which showcases the cultural heritage and traditions of Rajasthan.

Nagaur is one of the oldest cities in Rajasthan and has a rich history dating back to 3000 years ago. The city has been referred as “one of the most beautiful towns” by King Vikramaditya (the emperor who ruled from Ujjain). During his reign, he built several monuments including temples and fortifications around it. Some other important buildings include:

Mahavir Mandir Temple

Nand Kishore Mahal

Rajasthan International Folk Festival

The Rajasthan International Folk Festival is a four-day festival that celebrates the traditional folk music and culture of Rajasthan. Held annually in November, this festival showcases local talent from all over India. The highlight of this event is its musical performances by artists who play on traditional instruments such as the flute or Santoor (a stringed instrument). Other attractions include workshops on artisanship and craftsmanship, food stalls with unique local dishes like churma (a type of bread) or dal baati churma (a thick wheat flour based curry), live music performances by famous musicians such as Pandit Jasraj & Dr Hariprasad Chaurasia etc., exhibitions at various galleries showcasing paintings, pottery pieces etc., children’s games area where children can enjoy playing traditional games like gilli-danda & kabadiya etc., puppetry shows by well known puppeteers like Manoj Tiwari & Gopal Sharma etc., historical tours around Bikaner city which includes visits to nearby villages where you will learn about their daily life through interactive sessions with them

Bikaner Heritage Festival

Bikaner Heritage Festival - Learn about the week-long festival that showcases the rich cultural heritage of Bikaner through various events and activities.

The Bikaner Heritage Festival is one of the most popular festivals in Rajasthan, celebrating its rich history and heritage with a series of art exhibitions, musical performances, sports events and food stalls. The four-day event starts with a parade on January 9th which includes traditional dance groups from across Rajasthan as well as other countries like Pakistan, Nepal and Sri Lanka. On January 10th there will be an exhibition by famous artist Anant Ramchandra Jha which showcases his works on canvas & paper while also providing an insight into how he creates them using traditional methods such as painting or drawing with charcoal or pencils etc..

Desert Festival

Desert Festival - Explore the three-day festival held in February that celebrates the beauty and uniqueness of the Thar Desert through cultural programs, competitions, and performances.

The festival is a celebration of desert life with traditional costumes worn by artists from all over India. Visitors can enjoy food stalls serving local specialties such as kebab or seek help from camel trainers who will teach you how to ride on one of these animals.

Camel Safari

Bikaner Camel Safari is a unique experience that allows you to explore the Thar Desert on a camel safari. The experience begins at 8:30am, when your guide will take you through the desert until 5pm, when we arrive at our destination for lunch and relaxation time before heading back out again. This tour lasts about 5-6 hours, with plenty of time for photographs along the way!

Bikaner Food Festival

This annual food festival is held in Bikaner during the last week of January and the first week of February. The festival celebrates the culture, heritage and traditions of Rajasthan. It attracts tourists from across India who come to enjoy Rajasthani dishes made by chefs from all over India.

The organizers have planned a series of events around this festival which include cooking classes, food tours & walks, market tours & elephant rides etc., so that you can learn more about what else there is to do while you're here!

Bikaner Literature Festival

Bikaner Literature Festival - Explore the three-day festival that celebrates literature and writers from all over the country, with book launches, panel discussions, and literary events.

The first edition was held in February 2017 and it was a great success. The second edition will be held from 25th to 27th November 2018 at Jantar Mantar (National Museum).

Conclusion

Bikaner is an exciting city with a rich history and culture. It’s an ideal place to explore the art of living with all its traditions and customs, as well as enjoy some of the best festivals in Rajasthan. Whether you want to learn more about Bikaner’s history or just want to spend some time exploring this beautiful city, there's an event going on all year round!