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Photograph folk artists, craftspeople, cultural performances, local food and audience reactions. Combine environmental portraits with details of costumes, instruments and handmade objects.
Festival venues across Alwar, Alwar, Alwar, Rajasthan, India
Matsya Festival
A Rajasthan cultural festival celebrating Alwar's heritage through folk performances, crafts, local traditions and community events.
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Festival dates
2026 edition
2026 edition: 25 November 2026 – 26 November 2026
Check the official day-by-day programme and event locations before arriving. Allow time to explore Alwar's heritage areas as well as the main festival venue.
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Festival overview
A living ritual calendar for documentary photographers
Matsya Festival showcases the cultural heritage of the Alwar region through traditional music and dance, arts, crafts, heritage activities and local food. Its historic surroundings provide context for stories about performers, artisans and residents.
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Matsya Festival events
Published venue dates for this festival only (2026-11-05 to 2027-11-05), grouped by month. Within each month, pinned dates appear first, then chronological ranges. Confirm locally before travel — estimated dates are marked clearly.
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Ask before making close portraits or photographing artisans' work. Confirm permissions for restricted performance areas and commercial photography where required.
Safety notes
Keep equipment secure in busy venues, carry water and plan transport between event locations.
Photography guide
Photograph the festival with context and respect
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Matsya Festival showcases the cultural heritage of the Alwar region through traditional music and dance, arts, crafts, heritage activities and local food. Its historic surroundings provide context for stories about performers, artisans and residents.
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