Uttar Pradesh · November
Festivals in Uttar Pradesh in November
5 festivals this month
Deepotsav
Ayodhya
Millions of diyas lit along Saryu river. Ram Leela performances. India's biggest Diwali event.
Dev Deepawali
Varanasi
A million diyas light up all 84 ghats along the Ganga. Priests perform grand aarti. The entire riverfront becomes a cascade of fire.
Dudhwa Tharu Cultural Festival
Dudhwa National Park
Festival showcasing the indigenous Tharu tribal culture with traditional dances, handloom exhibitions, and guided safaris to spot the endangered swamp deer (barasingha).
Lucknow Festival
Lucknow
Ten-day cultural extravaganza showcasing Awadhi heritage with kathak performances, qawwali nights, chikan embroidery exhibitions, and the famous Lucknow food festival.
Sarnath Light & Sound Show Season
Sarnath
The archaeological site hosts a light-and-sound show narrating the story of Buddha's first sermon, drawing large audiences during the tourist season.