Hampi Utsav 2027: Usually early November | Dates and Fares

When is Hampi Utsav 2027?

Hampi Utsav usually runs early November. Exact dates are not announced yet.

How the dates are set: The Karnataka government announces the dates each year, and they have moved between months.

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Hampi Utsav schedule

February 13-15, 2026: The three-day Hampi Utsav 2026 ran across six stages in Hampi, with the chief minister inaugurating it on Feb 13.
2026 highlight: A dedicated light and sound show narrating the history of Hakka and Bukka, founders of the Vijayanagara Empire, was the highlight of the event.
February 28 to March 2, 2025: In 2025 the chief minister inaugurated the festival on February 28, followed by programs on March 1 and 2.

Sources: timesofindia.indiatimes.com, aninews.in

Getting to Hampi Utsav

The closest airstrip is Jindal Vijayanagar Airport (VDY) at Toranagallu, with Hubballi (HBX) and Bengaluru (BLR) as alternative air hubs.

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History of Hampi Utsav

Hampi Utsav, also known as Vijaya Utsava, is a yearly cultural festival organized by the Karnataka government to celebrate the grandeur of the Vijayanagara Empire. It is believed to have been celebrated since the time of the empire and is considered one of the oldest festivals in India.

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Hampi Utsav: questions people ask

When is Hampi Utsav 2026?

Hampi Utsav 2026 was held from Feb 13 to 15 at Hampi.

What happens at Hampi Utsav?

The festival includes traditional and free-style art performances, including music, dance and theatre, plus fairs with local and regional cuisine and markets for Karnataka's handicrafts.

How many people attend Hampi Utsav?

For the 2026 festival, officials expected a turnout of 8 to 10 lakh people.

Who organizes Hampi Utsav?

The Karnataka government organizes the festival, which is also called Vijaya Utsava.

How do I get to Hampi Utsav by air?

The closest airstrip is Jindal Vijayanagar Airport (VDY) at Toranagallu, with Hubballi (HBX) and Bengaluru (BLR) as larger alternatives.

Sources: timesofindia.indiatimes.com, aninews.in, happyfares.in

About Hampi Utsav

A three-day Karnataka government festival of music, dance and a light show among the ruins of the Vijayanagara capital.

Hampi Utsav, also called Vijaya Utsava, is a yearly cultural festival organized by the Karnataka government. It celebrates the Vijayanagara Empire with music, dance, theatre, folk performances, food fairs and handicraft markets, with the Hampi ruins by the Tungabhadra as the backdrop. In 2026 it ran across six stages, with a light and sound show on the history of the empire's founders as the highlight. The catch is that the dates move: recent editions were held in January, February and March.

Know before you go

The state sets the dates each year, so confirm them before booking.
In 2026 the festival used six stages, and the main stage had seating for 50,000.
Jindal Vijayanagar Airport (VDY) at Toranagallu is the closest airstrip, with Hubballi (HBX) and Bengaluru (BLR) as the larger alternatives.

Hampi Utsav bucket list

Your airport to Hampi · usually early November