{"id":1070,"date":"2025-12-28T10:30:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-28T05:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/?p=1070"},"modified":"2026-01-13T11:55:51","modified_gmt":"2026-01-13T06:25:51","slug":"international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070","title":{"rendered":"Ahmedabad International Kite Festival 2026 &#8211; Dates, Venue, Timings &amp; Complete Guide for Visitors"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Imagine a day when the sky is filled with colorful kites of all different shapes and sizes. Every terrace, riverfront, and open ground is filled with people cheering, laughing, and shouting \u201cKai Po Che!\u201d That is the magic of the Ahmedabad International Kite Festival 2026.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you see this, there is a high possibility you are in Ahmedabad and celebrating the Kite Festival. To celebrate the <strong>kite festival<\/strong>, Gujarat tourism hosts the <strong>International Kite Festival at Ahmedabad 2026 <\/strong>every year attracting the world&#8217;s best kite flyers in the city. Here is more information about this festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_89 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#International_Kite_Festival_2026\" >International Kite Festival 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#Kite_Festival_Gujarat_2026_%E2%80%93_Dates_Locations\" >Kite Festival&nbsp;Gujarat&nbsp;2026 \u2013 Dates &amp; Locations<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#Ahmedabad_Kite_Festival_2026_%E2%80%93_Time_Entry_Fees_Venue\" >Ahmedabad Kite Festival 2026&nbsp;\u2013 Time, Entry Fees &amp; Venue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#How_to_Participate_in_Ahmedabad_International_Kite_Festival_2026\" >How to Participate in Ahmedabad International Kite Festival 2026<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#As_a_Visitor\" >As a Visitor:<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#As_a_Kite_Flyer_Indian_or_International\" >As a Kite Flyer (Indian or International):<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#How_to_Reach_International_Kite_Festival_in_Ahmedabad\" >How to Reach International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#Why_Ahmedabad_is_the_Best_Place_to_Experience_the_Kite_Festival\" >Why Ahmedabad is the Best Place to Experience the Kite Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#What_Youll_See_at_the_Ahmedabad_Festival\" >What&nbsp;You\u2019ll&nbsp;See at the Ahmedabad Festival<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#Extra_Things_To_Do_in_Ahmedabad_If_You_Have_Time\" >Extra Things&nbsp;To&nbsp;Do in Ahmedabad (If You Have Time):<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/international-kite-festival-ahmedabad-gujarat-1070\/#A_Visual_Journey_of_Ahmedabad_International_Kite_Festival_2026\" >A Visual Journey of Ahmedabad International Kite Festival 2026:<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"International_Kite_Festival_2026\"><\/span>International Kite Festival 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The International Kite Festival or&nbsp;Uttarayan&nbsp;is one of the most awaited <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/lesser-known-festivals-of-india-150\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">festivals in India<\/a> and especially in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/state\/gujarat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Gujarat<\/a>.&nbsp;It is organized by Gujarat Tourism during&nbsp;Uttarayan&nbsp;(Makar Sankranti) and attracts kite flyers from all over India and many foreign countries.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival travels to different cities in Gujarat, but <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-ahmedabad\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ahmedabad<\/a> hosts the biggest and longest celebration, making it the best place to experience the festival.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Kite_Festival_Gujarat_2026_%E2%80%93_Dates_Locations\"><\/span>Kite Festival&nbsp;Gujarat&nbsp;2026 \u2013 Dates &amp; Locations<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"533\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/international-kite-festival-2026.png\" alt=\"international-kite-festival-2026\" class=\"wp-image-16627\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/international-kite-festival-2026.png.webp 533w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/international-kite-festival-2026-200x300.png.webp 200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/international-kite-festival-2026-133x200.png.webp 133w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/international-kite-festival-2026-283x425.png.webp 283w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/international-kite-festival-2026-150x225.png.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 533px) 100vw, 533px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The festival will be celebrated across Gujarat on different dates:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>10th January 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Rajkot, Surat &amp; Dholavira<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>11th January 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Shivrajpur, SOU \u2013 Ekta Nagar &amp; Vadnagar<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>12th to 14th January 2026<\/strong><\/td><td>Ahmedabad (Main Celebration)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group\"><div class=\"wp-block-group__inner-container is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you can attend only one location, Ahmedabad is the place you should not miss.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Ahmedabad_Kite_Festival_2026_%E2%80%93_Time_Entry_Fees_Venue\"><\/span>Ahmedabad Kite Festival 2026&nbsp;\u2013 Time, Entry Fees &amp; Venue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Ahmedabad International Kite Festival is inaugurated by the Honourable Chief Minister of Gujarat, along with senior government officials, Gujarat Tourism representatives, and international guests.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every year, the Ahmedabad International Kite Festival attracts foreign tourists and kite flyers from many countries. Visitors from countries like Japan, Malaysia, Indonesia, China, Belgium, and other parts of the world come to Ahmedabad with their unique and traditional kites.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Malaysian Wau-Balang kites attract attention with their artistic designs, while Japanese Rokkaku fighting kites are famous for their special flying techniques. Kites from Indonesia, known as&nbsp;Llayang-Llayang, leave visitors amazed, and the Chinese dragon kites flying in the sky are a major highlight for tourists.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe title=\"The grand finale of colors and kites!\" width=\"760\" height=\"428\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/r7nok-bF9os?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen loading=\"lazy\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><tbody><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Dates<\/strong><\/td><td>12th January to 14th January 2026<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Timings<\/strong><\/td><td>9:00 AM to 6:00 PM<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Ticket Prices<\/strong><\/td><td>Free for all&nbsp;visitors<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Venue in Ahmedabad<\/strong><\/td><td>Vallabh Sadan,&nbsp;Riverfront, Ahmedabad<\/td><\/tr><tr><td class=\"has-text-align-center\" data-align=\"center\"><strong>Parking Fees<\/strong><\/td><td>Rs. 10 for two-wheelers &amp; Rs. 20 for four-wheelers<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As evening arrives, the sky looks magical with illuminated box kites and LED kites glowing in the air. The night view of the festival is&nbsp;truly amazing.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">No festival in Ahmedabad is complete without food. During the kite festival, enjoy&nbsp;Undhiyu, Jalebi &amp;&nbsp;Fafda, Chikki,&nbsp;Laddoos&nbsp;and winter snacks. Along with this, cultural performances and activities keep the atmosphere lively and full of joy throughout the day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Participate_in_Ahmedabad_International_Kite_Festival_2026\"><\/span>How to Participate in Ahmedabad International Kite Festival 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ahmedabad-kite-festival-2026-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"ahmedabad kite festival 2026\" class=\"wp-image-16466\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ahmedabad-kite-festival-2026-1024x683.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ahmedabad-kite-festival-2026-300x200.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ahmedabad-kite-festival-2026-768x512.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ahmedabad-kite-festival-2026-638x425.jpg.webp 638w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ahmedabad-kite-festival-2026-150x100.jpg.webp 150w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/ahmedabad-kite-festival-2026.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_a_Visitor\"><\/span><strong>As a Visitor<\/strong>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Entry is&nbsp;generally&nbsp;free&nbsp;for public viewing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Some special zones or events may require passes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Arrive early to avoid crowds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"As_a_Kite_Flyer_Indian_or_International\"><\/span><strong>As a Kite Flyer (Indian or International)<\/strong>:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Participation is usually organized by Gujarat Tourism<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>International participants are often invited officially<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Indian kite flyers can join local competitions and demonstrations<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Note: To&nbsp;participate&nbsp;in this riverfront kite festival competition, you must register from the official website or Contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Reach_International_Kite_Festival_in_Ahmedabad\"><\/span>How to Reach International Kite Festival in Ahmedabad<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Air<\/strong> &#8211; The nearest airport is Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, which is approximately 10 km away.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Railways<\/strong> &#8211; The nearest railway station is Kalupur railway station.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>By Road<\/strong> &#8211; Visitors can reach the Venus by bus, metro or car.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Ahmedabad_is_the_Best_Place_to_Experience_the_Kite_Festival\"><\/span>Why Ahmedabad is the Best Place to Experience the Kite Festival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"790\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/entry-kite-festival-2026.jpg\" alt=\"entry-kite-festival-2026\" class=\"wp-image-16626\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/entry-kite-festival-2026.jpg.webp 1000w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/entry-kite-festival-2026-300x237.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/entry-kite-festival-2026-768x607.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/entry-kite-festival-2026-253x200.jpg.webp 253w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/entry-kite-festival-2026-538x425.jpg.webp 538w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/entry-kite-festival-2026-150x119.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-rajkot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Rajkot<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-surat\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Surat<\/a>,&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/cities\/places-to-visit-in-dholavira\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Dholavira<\/a>,&nbsp;Shivrajpur, SOU \u2013 Ekta Nagar, and Vadnagar host beautiful celebrations, Ahmedabad offers the complete International Kite Festival experience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Here&#8217;s Why:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Longest festival duration (3 days)&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Largest gathering of international participants&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Iconic Sabarmati Riverfront setting&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Best facilities for tourists&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Food, shopping, culture, and nightlife\u2014all in one city<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If&nbsp;you\u2019re&nbsp;in Ahmedabad in January,&nbsp;don\u2019t&nbsp;miss this kite festival\u2014it\u2019s&nbsp;once-in-a-year magic.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Youll_See_at_the_Ahmedabad_Festival\"><\/span>What&nbsp;You\u2019ll&nbsp;See at the Ahmedabad Festival<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Visitors in Ahmedabad can enjoy:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Giant 3D kites like dragons, rings, animals, and creative designs&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Traditional Indian fighter kites&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Country-themed international kites&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Night kites with LED lights&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Live folk music and dance performances&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Local handicraft stalls&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Perfect photography spots at the riverfront&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Authentic Gujarati food like&nbsp;undhiyu, jalebi,&nbsp;fafda, and more&#8230;.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As evening arrives, the illuminated kites create a magical view that you will never forget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Extra_Things_To_Do_in_Ahmedabad_If_You_Have_Time\"><\/span>Extra Things&nbsp;To&nbsp;Do in Ahmedabad (If You Have Time):<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"755\" src=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/triangle-kite-international-festival.jpg\" alt=\"International Kite Festival Ahmedabad 2026\" class=\"wp-image-1080\" style=\"width:840px\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/triangle-kite-international-festival.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/triangle-kite-international-festival-300x189.jpg.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/triangle-kite-international-festival-768x483.jpg.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/triangle-kite-international-festival-1024x644.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/triangle-kite-international-festival-318x200.jpg.webp 318w, https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/triangle-kite-international-festival-675x425.jpg.webp 675w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" loading=\"lazy\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">International Kite Festival Gujarat <\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If tourists have some extra time, they should explore Ahmedabad, a city rich in culture, architecture, and beauty. There are many popular tourist places near the International Kite Festival venue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/blog\/flower-show-ahmedabad-8084\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Ahmedabad Riverfront Flower Show<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/jama-masjid\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Jama Masjid<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/atal-foot-over-bridge\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Atal Foot Over Bridge<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/kankaria-lake\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Kankaria Lake<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Hathi Singh Jain Temple<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theindia.co.in\/places\/sidi-saiyyed-mosque\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Siddi Siyed Mosque<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"A_Visual_Journey_of_Ahmedabad_International_Kite_Festival_2026\"><\/span>A Visual Journey of Ahmedabad International Kite Festival 2026:<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<blockquote class=\"instagram-media\" data-instgrm-captioned data-instgrm-permalink=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DTaOdGAkyH5\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" data-instgrm-version=\"14\" style=\" background:#FFF; 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font-size:14px; line-height:17px; margin-bottom:0; margin-top:8px; overflow:hidden; padding:8px 0 7px; text-align:center; text-overflow:ellipsis; white-space:nowrap;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/reel\/DTaOdGAkyH5\/?utm_source=ig_embed&amp;utm_campaign=loading\" style=\" color:#c9c8cd; font-family:Arial,sans-serif; font-size:14px; font-style:normal; font-weight:normal; line-height:17px; text-decoration:none;\" target=\"_blank\">A post shared by The India (@theindia.co.in)<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/blockquote>\n<script async src=\"\/\/www.instagram.com\/embed.js\"><\/script>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Final Verdict<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">There is no better place to enjoy the craftsman spirit of kite flying than here. With fun and frolic to watch flying 500 kites on a single string is a fantastic site.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Image Source: <a href=\"http:\/\/ikf.gujarattourism.com\/index.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener nofollow\">IKF.GujaratTourism<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>FAQs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673242486637\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">International kite festival is celebrated in which state of India?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The International Kite Festival is celebrated in the state of Gujarat, India.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673243871373\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">When will the International Kite Festival 2026 be held in Ahmedabad?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The Ahmedabad International Kite Festival 2026 will be held from <strong>12th January to 14th January 2026<\/strong>.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673243884100\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Where is the international kite festival held?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The international kite festival is held in Ahmedabad, a city in the state of Gujarat, India. It is held at Sabarmati Riverfront, a waterfront area in the city that is developed for recreational activities.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673243912932\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How long does the international kite festival in Ahmedabad last?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">An international kite festival is a seven-day event, starting on January 12th and continuing until Makar Sankranti, which is January 14, 2026.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673243997992\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What happens at the Gujarat International Kite Festival 2026?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The International Kite Festival is a celebration of kite flying, with people from all over the world coming to Ahmedabad to participate. There are kite flying competitions, as well as displays of colorful kites of all shapes and sizes. In addition to kite flying, there are also cultural programs and food stalls offering local delicacies.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1673244039750\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">How can I participate in the International Kite Festival in Gujarat?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If you are interested in participating in the international kite festival, you can visit the official website or contact the organizers for more information.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Imagine a day when the sky is filled with colorful kites of all different shapes and sizes. 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