Pushkar Fair 2026

17 – 24 November 2026

Pushkar Camel Fair · Kartik Purnima · Rajasthan

About Pushkar Mela 2026

Pushkar Camel Fair 2026 (Pushkar Mela 2026) takes place from Tuesday, 17 November to Tuesday, 24 November 2026 in the holy town of Pushkar, just 15 km from Ajmer. For eight days the sand dunes around Pushkar fill with decorated camels, Marwari horses, folk artists, traders, travellers and pilgrims.

What began as a cattle and camel trading fair has grown into one of Rajasthan’s biggest cultural festivals. The first half of the mela is all about livestock trading on the dunes, while the second half brings competitions, folk performances and the sacred rituals of Kartik Purnima at Pushkar Lake.

Entry to the fair grounds and the stadium competitions is free, which makes Pushkar Mela one of the most open and colourful festivals in India for both local visitors and international tourists.

Brahma Temple

Rangji Temple

Savitri Temple

Pushkar Lake

Two Phases of the Fair

Plan your visit around what you most want to see. The mela runs in two clear halves.

PHASE 1

Camel & Livestock Trading

17 – 20 November 2026

Thousands of camels, Marwari horses and cattle arrive with herders from across the Thar. Tents go up on the dunes, animals are groomed and decorated, and trading is at its peak. The best window for authentic desert-life photography.

PHASE 2

Competitions & Kartik Purnima

21 – 24 November 2026

Rajasthan Tourism’s cultural programme takes over: hot air balloons, camel races, folk dance, bridal and turban contests, Deepdaan on the ghats, and the holy dip in Pushkar Lake on Kartik Purnima.

Program at a Glance

The Pushkar Fair 2026 schedule runs over eight days, from 17 to 24 November 2026. Tap a day to see what is happening.

Day 1 | 17 Nov | Tuesday

Grand Opening & Trading Begins

Herders and their animals arrive from the desert early in the morning. The official opening includes flag hoisting, a shehnai recital and the Harmony Marathon from Pushkar Lake to the Mela Ground.

Day 2 | 18 Nov | Wednesday

Camel Decoration & Livestock Show

The Gorband camel decoration competition, with patterned fur cutting, mirror-work and colourful ornaments. Livestock trading and health checks continue on the dunes.

Day 3 | 19 Nov | Thursday

Folk Games & Moustache Contest

Fun competitions at the Mela Stadium: Rajasthani turban tying (foreign tourists can take part), the longest moustache contest and musical chairs on camelback.

Day 4 | 20 Nov | Friday

Matka Race & Tug of War

Women race while balancing clay pots, followed by the much-loved Indian vs foreign tourists tug of war. Folk music around the campfire in the evening.

Day 5 | 21 Nov | Saturday

Hot Air Balloons & Bridal Contest

Early-morning hot air balloon flights over the camel camps and Aravalli hills. Afternoon bridal dress-up competition and Kalbelia dance performances.

Day 6 | 22 Nov | Sunday

Camel Race & Handicraft Fair

Racing camels and their riders compete on the desert track. At the Shilpgram craft village, artisans sell block prints, leather work, blue pottery and silver jewellery.

Day 7 | 23 Nov | Monday

Deepdaan & Bhajan Sandhya

Thousands of diyas are lit along the 52 ghats of Pushkar Lake. Evening Maha Aarti with devotional bhajans, temple bells and floating lamps.

Day 8 | 24 Nov | Tuesday

Kartik Purnima Holy Dip & Closing

At dawn, pilgrims take the sacred dip in Pushkar Lake on Kartik Purnima. Prize distribution for the best livestock and competitions, followed by fireworks to close the fair.

Tips for Visitors

Entry: The fair grounds and stadium competitions are free. VIP stands and hot air balloon rides are booked on site.
Best days: 17–20 Nov for camels and trading; 21–24 Nov for competitions, balloons and Kartik Purnima. The last days are the most crowded.
Book early: Rooms and tent camps for 20–24 November fill up weeks in advance.
What to wear: Layers for cold mornings and nights, and comfortable shoes for walking on sand.
Getting there: Pushkar is about 15 km from Ajmer. Ajmer Junction is the nearest major railway station; regular buses and taxis run to Pushkar.
Respect the town: Pushkar is a holy town. Remove shoes on the ghats, ask before photographing people, and avoid alcohol and non-veg food in town.

Plan Your Visit to Pushkar Fair 2026

Most visitors stay in Pushkar itself or in Ajmer, just 15 km away. Here is what you need to plan your Pushkar Mela trip.

How to Reach Pushkar

From Ajmer: 15 km over Nag Pahar, about 30 minutes by bus, taxi or auto. Ajmer Junction is the nearest major railway station.
From Jaipur: about 150 km, roughly 3 hours by road, or take a train to Ajmer.
By air: Kishangarh Airport is the closest, followed by Jaipur International Airport.
During the fair: traffic is heavy and some roads near the Mela Ground may be closed to vehicles, so leave extra time and expect to walk the last stretch.

Where to Stay

Tent camps: luxury and budget camps go up near the Mela Ground just for the fair. They are the most atmospheric option and sell out first.
Guesthouses and hotels in Pushkar: within walking distance of the ghats and temples. Book weeks ahead for 20–24 November.
Stay in Ajmer: more choice and better prices, with an easy 30-minute ride to the fair each day.

What to Eat at the Fair

Pushkar is a vegetarian town, and the fair is a great time to try local food:

Pushkar malpua, the town’s famous syrupy sweet
Kadhi kachori and hot jalebi for breakfast
A thick glass of lassi in the market
A full Rajasthani thali with dal bati churma

Add a Day in Ajmer

Ajmer is only 30 minutes away and easy to combine with the fair:

Ajmer Sharif Dargah and Adhai Din Ka Jhonpra in the old city
Sunset at Ana Sagar Lake and the Baradari
The golden hall of Nasiyan Jain Temple
Follow our 2-day Ajmer & Pushkar itinerary

Explore more: Ajmer travel guide · all places to visit · food of Ajmer & Pushkar

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Pushkar Fair 2026

About Pushkar Mela 2026

Brahma Temple

Rangji Temple

Savitri Temple

Pushkar Lake

Two Phases of the Fair

Camel & Livestock Trading

Competitions & Kartik Purnima

Program at a Glance

Tips for Visitors

Plan Your Visit to Pushkar Fair 2026

How to Reach Pushkar

Where to Stay

What to Eat at the Fair

Add a Day in Ajmer

Pushkar Fair Photos & Reels

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Places to Visit in Pushkar

Rangji Temple Pushkar

Pushkar Lake

Savitri Mata Temple

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