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Madhya Pradesh festivals in February.

3 festivals this month — dates, locations, and travel tips.

Khajuraho Dance Festival

Khajuraho

India's premier classical dance festival held against the backdrop of illuminated medieval temples, featuring Bharatanatyam, Kathak, Odissi, and more.

Late February (one week)

Maha Shivaratri

Ujjain

Night-long festival celebrating Lord Shiva at Mahakaleshwar Jyotirlinga. Marked by elaborate abhishek (ritual bathing), chanting of Vedic hymns, grand processions, and massive influx of pilgrims offering bilva leaves and holy water to the lingam. Bhasma Aarti slots sell out months in advance.

February/March (Phalgun Krishna Chaturdashi)

Maha Shivaratri

Omkareshwar

Festival at Omkareshwar Jyotirlinga on the Om-shaped island in the Narmada River. Marked by night-long abhishek, Vedic chanting, grand processions, and pilgrims offering prayers to Lord Shiva at this sacred Jyotirlinga.

February/March (Phalgun Krishna Chaturdashi)

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