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Surajkund Mela 2026 Begins with Local to Global Theme
The Surajkund Mela 2026 is a big cultural fair that started on 31 January and will run until 15 February in Faridabad.
This year's theme is 'Local to Global,' focusing on the states of Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya.
The fair features over a thousand stalls with handicrafts, textiles, folk music, dance, and regional cuisine.
Egypt is the partner nation, showcasing its heritage through art and cultural displays.
Tickets are ₹120 on weekdays and ₹180 on weekends, with discounts for students and senior citizens.
You can buy tickets online via the DMRC's Delhi Metro Sarthi App, at selected Delhi Metro stations, or at the venue.
Buses and metro services are available to reach the fair.
The event also includes live performances by famous artists and traditional folk dances.
There are traffic guidelines in place to manage the large crowds and ensure a smooth experience for visitors.
The 39th Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2026 kicked off on 31 January in Faridabad, Haryana.
This year's theme is 'Local to Global,' focusing on Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya, with Egypt as the partner nation.
The fair runs from 31 January to 15 February, featuring over a thousand stalls with handicrafts, textiles, folk music, dance, and regional cuisine.
Ticket prices are ₹120 on weekdays and ₹180 on weekends, with discounts for students and senior citizens.
Tickets can be purchased online via the DMRC's Delhi Metro Sarthi App, at selected Delhi Metro stations, or at the venue.
- Who
- Organized by Haryana Tourism in collaboration with Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture and External Affairs
- What
- The 39th edition of the Surajkund International Crafts Mela 2026
- Where
- Faridabad, Haryana
- When
- From 31 January to 15 February 2026
- Why
- To showcase India’s rich handicrafts, handlooms, and global art forms, along with regional performances and culinary delights
Pro-Cultural Exchange
Traffic Management Concerns
Cultural Exchange
Pro-Cultural Exchange
The event promotes cultural exchange and global understanding through its theme and international participation.
Traffic Management Concerns
The influx of visitors may cause significant traffic congestion and disruption to local residents.
Key facts
- Dates
- 31 January to 15 February 2026
- Timings
- 10:30 AM – 8:30 PM
- Weekday Ticket Price
- ₹120 per person
- Weekend Ticket Price
- ₹180 per person
- Partner Nation
- Egypt
- Theme
- Local to Global, focussed on Uttar Pradesh and Meghalaya
- Organizers
- Haryana Tourism in collaboration with Union Ministries of Tourism, Textiles, Culture and External Affairs
- Location
- Faridabad, Haryana
- Nearest Metro Station
- Badarpur or Badkal Mor (Violet Line)
- Notable Performers
- Gurdas Maan, Kailash Kher, Ashok Masti
Quotes
C P Radhakrishnan
Vice President of India
“Artisans are the custodians of India’s civilisational heritage and the Mela reflects the nation’s cultural soul and Atmanirbhar spirit, embodying the ethos of ‘Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam’.”
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Sources
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