( Festival of Lights 2026 )
Dates: 22nd October – 3rd November Time: 11:00 am to 8 pm | Friday to Sunday – extended till 10 PM
Venue: Nature Bazaar Venue, Andheria Modh, Anuvrat Marg New Delhi – 110074
Entry Fee: ₹ 50 | Parking Available Contact No: 9910802970
TTT NEWS NETWORK
NEW DELHI | 24 OCTOBER 2026
Promotion of Tourism Night Bazaar by organizing Festival of Lights 2026 – where every purchase brings light to the lives behind the craft! Delhi Tourism & Transportation Development Corporation in association with Dastkar, is all set to celebrate India’s rich artistic heritage, traditional craftsmanship and festive spirit at the Festival of Lights 2026, taking place from 22 October to 3 November 2026 at Nature Bazaar Venue, Andheria Modh, New Delhi.
Every piece tells a story. Every purchase supports an artisan. And every corner of this bazaar is designed to make your festivities bright, purposeful and truly Indian. This festival brings you 180+ stalls of handcrafted wonder; from stunning apparel and statement jewellery to soulful home decor, paintings, gifts, herbal products, and so much more. Inauguration The ‘Special Weekend Nights’ was inaugurated by Shri Suneel Anchipaka (IAS), MD and CEO of Delhi Tourism and Travel Development Corporation, who graced the occasion along with the team from DTTDC. He lit the lamp along with Ms. Poonam Muttreja, Chairperson Dastkar and Laila Tyabji, co-founder Dastkar.
Mr. Anchipaka was then taken on a guided walk through of the bazaar where he interacted with artisans, tasted regional food and also enjoyed a puppet show. The Special weekend nights was organised as per the initiatives and commitment of Govt. of NCT of Delhi to make crafts and culture a prominent part of Delhi’s night life. This bazaar is a key effort at creating an engaging public experience and offers artisans direct sales opportunities in a festive and lively evening environment.
Highlights 180+ craft stalls showcasing the diversity and excellence of India’s traditional crafts and contemporary handmade creations. Special weekend nights : live performances, regional food and kids activities extending upto10 PM Friday to Sunday. Textiles and apparel: Chikankari, Kashida, Kantha and Chamba embroidery, patchwork, Gota Patti, Kalamkari, Ajrakh, Sanganeri and Bagh prints, Bandhni, Shibori, Ikat, Chanderi, Maheshwari and Paithani weaving. Jewellery and accessories: Silver filigree, threadwork, Dokra, beadwork, Meenakari jewellery, and traditional lac and glass bangles. Home décor and Gifting: Terracotta, ceramics, blue pottery, papier-mâché, Bidri metalwork, sandstone craft and wood carving. Paintings and folk art: Patachitra, Gond art, miniature paintings, Pichwai, Lippan art, Madhubani and Kalighat painting.
Sustainable living: Natural and organic wellness products, alongside healthy and wholesome edibles. Special Weekend Nights: Friday to Sunday (11 AM to 10 PM) Delhi Tourism & Transportation Development Corporation with its aim to promote tourism in the capital city conceived an idea to promote Night Tourism Bazaar through its various tourism projects and properties. In the sequel of Dilli Haat (INA), M/s Dastkar also executed this commitment of DTTDC by organizing Night Tourism Bazaar at DTTDC’s property of Nature Bazaar, Andheria Morh. For the first time, Dastkar is extending its festive celebrations into the evening on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Enjoy live performances, regional food, children’s activities and craft workshops, with the bazaar open until 10.00pm.
This event offers families a welcoming space to come together and experience the beautiful colours and traditions of Bharat together. It is envisioned as a celebration of culture as an integral part of Delhi’s nightlife. More hours | More experiences | More festive magic. Performances schedule: Friday, 23 October 2026 | 7 PM to 9.30 PM : Kathak and Rajasthani folk performances. Saturday, 24 October 2026 | 8 PM to 10 PM : Soulful Kabir renditions by Yusra Naqvi; in collaboration with Art Tree. Sunday, 25 October 2026 | 4 PM to 10 PM : Dandiya and Garba celebrations.
Friday, 30 October 2026 | 8 PM to 10 PM : Qawwali performance by the Qutbi Brothers; in collaboration with Art Tree. Saturday, 31 October 2026 | 8 PM to 10 PM : Kuchipudi dance performance by Dhrii Kuchipudi Collective (Ayana Mukherjee); in collaboration with Art Tree. Sunday, 1 November 2026 | 4 PM to 10 PM : Punjabi Gidda performance. Kids Activities 23 October | 5 PM to 8 PM : Puppet show 24 & 25 October | 5 PM to 8 PM : Bioscope 24 & 25 October | 5 PM to 8 PM : Magic show Food Court 12+ authentic food stalls featuring regional cuisines and traditional flavours from Bihar, Manipur, Haryana, Rajasthan, and Delhi’s much-loved street food.
Craft Workshops an opportunity to engage directly with traditional Indian art forms through interactive workshops. Dates: 24, 25 and 31 October, and 1 November 2026. Timings: 12 noon to 2:00 pm | 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Warli Art by Dilip Rama Bahota from Maharashtra A distinctive tribal art tradition known for its expressive figures, geometric forms and depictions of everyday life and nature. Lippan Art by Harijan Puja Raymal from Gujarat A traditional form of mud-and-mirror work celebrated for its intricate patterns and distinctive decorative appeal.
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