Pushkar Fair 2024 – A Week Long Festival Of Art, Rajasthani Culture and Camels

Sat, November 9, 2024 - Sat, November 16, 2024 (8:30 am - 6:30 pm)

Pushkar, Rajasthan, India

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The Pushkar Fair (Pushkar Camel Fair) or Pushkar Mela, as it is locally known as, is an annual week long camel and livestock fair held in the Rajathani town of Pushkar in November. Apart from the buying and selling of livestock, it has become an important tourist attraction. Get enthralled by thousands of camels – the ships of the desert- dressed to the hilt in colourful and glitzy festive ornaments and outfits!

Pic courtesy: Tripoto

Competitions such as the ‘matka phod’, ‘longest moustache’ and ‘bridal competition’ are the main draws for this fair which attracts thousands of tourists. In recent years, the fair has also included an exhibition football match between the local Pushkar Club and a team of foreign tourists.

The Pushkar Fair is celebrated every year on the holy Kartik Purnima. The full moon day in the Hindu lunar month of Kartik has been known to be very propitious. Pilgrims from far and wide come to take a dip in the holy waters of the Pushkar Lake and pray to Lord Brahma. The rolling dunes, the vibrant ambiance, and the festive colors embrace one and all.

Attend Pushkar Camel Fair 2024 for a rich cultural experience and an insight into the lives of rural life and interact with the locals.

Pro tip: Pushkar is only 150kms from Jaipur so those who are planning a Rajasthan trip in November can club their trip with a few days in Pushkar.

What to look forward to in the Pushkar Fair 2023