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Upcoming Events & Festivals in Gokarna

Gokarna is an Indian town in the Davangere district of Karnataka state. The name, which means "the place where Lord Ganesha performed his penance", is derived from the Hindu epic Ramayana. It was also known as 'Vittala-giri' which refers to Lord Vittala who came here during his penance and it was later renamed after him. Gokarna has been a tourist destination for centuries and its natural setting makes it a popular spot for both domestic travelers and foreign tourists alike

Gokarna Beach Festival

Gokarna Beach Festival is a cultural festival held in the month of April every year. The festival is held at the beach of Gokarna and it includes various events like art exhibitions, musical performances, yoga sessions and many more.

Shivaratri Festival

Shivaratri Festival is a Hindu festival celebrated in the Gokarna region of Karnataka. The festival is celebrated in the month of April–May, which marks the beginning of spring season and harvest. It is also known as Maha Shivaratri or Maha Sivaratri, "Greater" or "Greatermost" (maha) because it's one day longer than other anniversaries such as Dasara Hari Raya Utsavam (Dussehra), which falls on Diwali night.

The main features of this celebration include lighting oil lamps/lamps for offering prayers to Lord Shiva and wearing new clothes on this occasion

Gokarna Cultural Fest

Gokarna Cultural Fest is a festival that celebrates the local culture of Gokarna. It is held every year in the month of February, and organized by the Gokarna Municipal Council. The festival showcases different forms of art from across Karnataka and Goa, which include music performances, dance performances and various other cultural events.

Gokarna Music Festival

The Gokarna Music Festival is an annual music festival that takes place in Gokarna. It was started in 2014 by the local government as a way to promote tourism to the town. The event consists of a series of concerts, workshops and other activities related to music.

The first edition of this festival took place between May 28 and June 4th, 2014 with about 200 artists performing at various venues around the city. In 2015 there were around 100 events planned for this year but due to lack of funds it was cancelled after just one day due to insufficient funds being raised from sponsorships etc..

Gokarna Food Festival

The Gokarna Food Festival is a three-day food festival held in February every year. It’s a celebration of local cuisine, culture and music that takes place at the Mahabaleshwar Temple.

The festival began in 2007 with just 10 restaurants but has since expanded to over 100 restaurants offering a wide range of cuisines from all over India. The organizers aim to promote sustainable agriculture through organic farming practices, so you can be sure your meal will be free from pesticides or chemicals—and it’s also worth noting that most chefs don't even use salt!

Gokarna Yoga Festival

Gokarna Yoga Festival is a unique event that brings together yoga, music, art and food. It is a chance to share the experience of yoga with friends and family. The festival offers something for everyone - from beginners to experienced practitioners who want to learn new poses or deepen their practice in some way.

It's also an opportunity to relax after a busy day by enjoying some great food (which includes vegetarian options), live performances by local musicians, art exhibitions and other forms of entertainment like yoga classes at various locations around town.

Gokarna Surf Festival

Gokarna Surf Festival is a festival of surfing and yoga. It is held every year in the month of March at the Gokarna Beach, located in Karnataka. The festival is popular among tourists who visit this place to enjoy its beauty and serene atmosphere.

The event was started by Surfing Association India (SAI) to promote surfing as an activity for all age groups, genders and skill levels. Since then it has grown into one of the largest surf festivals in Asia attracting thousands of people every year who come to take part in competitions like surfing contests or other activities that involve water sports such as swimming, diving etcetera..

Gokarna Film Festival

Gokarna Film Festival is a film festival held in Gokarna, Karnataka, India. The festival is held annually and it was started in 2014 by the Gokarna Film Society. The main objective of this festival is to promote cinema as an art form and provide opportunities to filmmakers as creative thinkers and also encourage them to come up with new ideas through films.

The first edition of Gokarna Film Festival was held from 30 January-1 February 2014 at Hotels Ayurveda Chalukya Palace & Spa Resort – Bengaluru (Bengaluru). It was inaugurated by Dr Kalyan Kumar who has been associated with filmmaking since 1980s when he started making documentaries on various subjects like environment conservation efforts or social issues related with children's rights etc., but due to his busy schedule he could not attend any event related with cinema so far; hence he decided upon starting something new on his own initiative which eventually turned out into reality when he organized this inaugural edition itself!

Gokarna Heritage Festival

Gokarna Heritage Festival is a festival that celebrates the history and culture of Gokarna. It is held every year in November, and it usually lasts for two days. The main attraction of this festival is its cultural program that includes dance performances by local artists, fire shows and traditional music performances.

The event also includes exhibitions showcasing some rare artifacts from ancient times that have been unearthed during excavations at different locations around Gokarna town like Bhima temple complex or Pusphur village near Kudilal Beach.

Gokarna Nature Festival

Gokarna Nature Festival is a festival held in Gokarna, Karnataka, India. It is a festival that celebrates the nature and wildlife of Gokarna. The festival takes place every year on the last week of December.

It was started by local people who wanted to bring awareness about conservation of animals and plants through various activities such as painting pictures on walls, playing music etc., but later they realized that there was no space available for this purpose so they decided to make it into an organized event called "Gokarna Nature Festival".

Gokarna Adventure Festival

The Gokarna Adventure Festival is a festival held at Gokarna Beach in October. The festival is held in honor of the Hindu god Ganesh, who is considered to be the remover of obstacles and guardian of wisdom.

The highlight of this event is its 5 km long trek through jungle trails and through coastal forests where visitors can see beautiful beaches, small villages, waterfalls and other natural wonders. There are also many activities such as boat rides along rivers or kayaking on small lakes inside the forested area surrounding Gokarna beach.

Gokarna Literature Festival

Gokarna Literature Festival is a literary festival that is held in Gokarna, Karnataka every year. The festival is held every year on the last Friday of March.

The three-day event started on 10th March and will end with a grand finale on 12th March 2019 at Vinayaka Temples and pilgrimage sites in Gokarna. The event will feature authors from across India who have been selected for their contribution towards literature through their writings as well as other mediums like poetry, short story etc., along with other events such as panel discussions and debates between renowned writers that are sure to excite everyone around!

Gokarna is a beautiful city with many festivals, events and attractions to keep you busy. We hope that this list has helped you decide which one(s) would be your next stop in Gokarna!