The Pushkar Fair is far more than a livestock market, across its eight days, the fairground and the ghats of Pushkar Sarovar host a packed calendar of competitions, cultural performances, religious rituals, and community events. Below is a tentative day-wise programme for Pushkar Fair 2026. Exact timings and events are confirmed closer to the fair by the local administration and Rajasthan Tourism, so treat this as a planning guide rather than a fixed schedule.
Our tour packages cover the entire Pushkar Fair programme, with meals, camp accommodation, and daily pick-up and drop-off between the Pushkar fairground and our camp by jeep included. Every evening, guests can enjoy Kalbeliya gypsy dance performances and a bonfire back at camp after a day at the fair.
Tentative Pushkar Fair Programme 2026
Day 1 – 17 November 2026
Flag hoisting and pooja, Nagada Vadan, and sand art at the Mela Ground
Mandana competition and dance performance by girl students
Football match with foreign visitors
Deepdaan, rangoli, and candle balloon (Make a Wish) at Pushkar Sarovar
Evening cultural performance and fireworks at the Mela Ground
Day 2 – 18 November 2026
Nature walk at Sanjhi Chatt
Sand art installation at the Water Works Pump House (runs through the day)
Traditional rural games with foreign visitors, Langri Taang, Satolia, Gilli-Danda
Evening cultural performances at the Mela Ground
Day 3 – 19 November 2026
Sand art installation continues through the day
Kabaddi match and Kite Festival at the Mela Ground
Inter-Panchayat Samiti rural sports (tug of war, volleyball, and more)
Evening cultural performances at the Mela Ground
Day 4 – 20 November 2026
Sand art installation continues through the day
"Lagaan"-style cricket match
Shilpgram Handicraft Bazaar opens for the day
Moustache Pride competition and Turban Tying & Tilak contest
Finals of the Inter-Panchayat Samiti rural sports
Voice of Pushkar singing competition
Maha Aarti at Pushkar Sarovar, followed by a folk performance in the evening
Day 5 – 21 November 2026
Nature walk from Sanjhi Chatt
Sand art installation continues through the day
Matka Race and Musical Chair Race (women only)
Shilpgram Handicraft Bazaar open through the day
Sand art competition in the afternoon
Voice of Pushkar and Maha Aarti at Pushkar Sarovar in the evening
"Best of Rajasthan" cultural showcase at night
Day 6 – 22 November 2026
Sand art installation continues through the day
Closing ceremony, mega cultural event, and prize distribution at the Mela Ground
Shilpgram Handicraft Bazaar open through the day
Maha Aarti at Pushkar Sarovar in the evening
Day 7 – 23 November 2026
Sand art installation continues through the day
Kabaddi match and Kite Festival at the Mela Ground
Inter-Panchayat Samiti rural sports
Evening cultural performances at the Mela Ground
Day 8 – 24 November 2026 (Kartik Purnima)
The spiritual peak of the fair, with pilgrims gathering before dawn for the holy dip in Pushkar Lake
Prayers, offerings, and floating lamps along the ghats
Visits to the Brahma Temple and the hilltop Savitri and Gayatri temples
Evening aarti at Pushkar Sarovar marking the close of the fair
Plan Your Pushkar Fair Programme Around Your Schedule
This tour package covers the whole Pushkar Fair programme, and travellers can choose their dates according to their own time limits, whether that's a short 2 or 4 day visit or the full 8-day fair experience.
For an overview of the fair itself, its history, and where to stay, see our Pushkar Fair 2026 page.
Book Your Pushkar Fair Programme 2026 Stay
Call us at +91 98281 78063 to book your stay, safaris, and daily fairground transfers for Pushkar Fair 2026 — accommodation fills up quickly during this world-famous festival.
Yes, our packages include daily pick-up and drop-off between the Pushkar fairground and our camp by jeep, along with meals and evening entertainment back at camp.
Yes, packages can be arranged for a shorter 2 or 4 day visit or the full 8-day fair, depending on your schedule.
You can book Desert Safari, Camel Safari, Camel Cart Safari, Desert Stay, and other experiences by calling or WhatsApping +91 94627 50383. We recommend booking in advance during the Pushkar Fair, as availability is limited.
