17th Nov 2026 to 24th Nov 2026
(17th Nov 2026 to 24th Nov 2026)
The sprawling annual festivities of the century-old Pushkar Fair mirror the vibrancy of Rajasthan through a dramatic collage of colour, culture, and tradition. Held each November around the full moon of Kartik Purnima, the Pushkar Camel Fair, also known as the Pushkar Cattle Fair or Pushkar Mela, is one of India's most highly rated travel experiences, a spectacle on an epic scale that draws more than 50,000 camels, horses, and cattle, alongside hundreds of thousands of tourists and expats from across the world, to the small desert town of Pushkar on the edge of the Thar Desert Rajasthan.
Silver bells jingling on decorated camels, herders walking their animals over sparkling sand dunes, and traders sitting proudly beside their prized livestock have become the defining images of this stunning cultural gathering. Alongside the trading grounds, a huge carnival unfolds, musicians, folk dancers, acrobats, snake charmers, and carousel rides all part of the entertainment at the Pushkar Fair 2026 grounds.
For anyone wanting to witness the vibrant culture and living traditions of Rajasthan, the Pushkar Fair is a genuinely priceless experience, and a perfect opportunity to capture unforgettable photographs of camels, horses, and Rajasthani culture to share with family and friends back home.
17 November 2026 – 24 November 2026, culminating on Kartik Purnima (24 November 2026), one of the most sacred bathing days in the Hindu calendar. Trading and camel competitions peak in the earlier days of the fair, while the final days shift focus toward religious ceremonies, the holy dip in Pushkar Lake, and the Maha Aarti.
For the full day-by-day schedule of events, see our Pushkar Fair Programme 2026 page.
Pushkar Adventure Desert Camp offers sunrise and sunset camel safaris, jeep safaris, overnight camel safaris, and a desert dinner with Kalbelia dance, along with comfortable tent and cottage accommodation at reasonable rates, backed by experienced and professional staff throughout the Pushkar Fair 2026 season.
Our tour packages cover the full Pushkar Fair programme, and travellers are welcome to choose their dates according to their own schedule, whether that's a short 2 day visit or a longer 5- to 8-day stay covering the whole fair.
Call us at +91 98281 78063 to book your camp, safaris, and Pushkar Fair 2026 itinerary in advance, accommodation fills up quickly during this world-famous festival.
Chat on WhatsApp Call UsThe Pushkar Fair 2026 runs from 17 November to 24 November 2026.
Most visitors spend anywhere from 2 to 8 days at the fair, depending on how much of the trading, competitions, and cultural events they want to see. Our packages are flexible to suit your own schedule.
Yes, Pushkar Adventure Desert Camp offers comfortable tent accommodation a short distance from the fairground, along with safaris, meals, and cultural evenings included in our Pushkar Fair packages.
Yes, accommodation fills up quickly during the fair season, so early booking is strongly recommended.
Pushkar has many hotels, resorts, and desert camps to suit every budget. If you're looking for an authentic desert stay, Pushkar Adventure Desert Camp is one of the best choices in the desert camp category.