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Ahmedabad Heritage Textile & Handicraft Festival

Ahmedabad Heritage Textile & Handicraft Festival
Gujarat University Convention & Exhibition Grounds, Navrangpura, Ahmedabad 380009 380009 Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

  21 Aug 2026 05:00 PM

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Explore India's rich artisanal heritage with live weaving demonstrations, sustainable textile exhibitions, and traditional folk arts at this grand family festival in Ahmedabad. More

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The Ahmedabad Heritage Textile & Handicraft Festival honors the city’s rich history as a legendary textile hub. Taking place across a historic open-air cultural ground, this three-day festival hosts over 150 authentic master artisans from across Gujarat and neighboring states. Visitors can interact directly with traditional weavers, block printers, and embroidery specialists, viewing rare live demonstrations of techniques like Patola weaving and Ajrakh block printing. Beyond the extensive shopping pavilions, the festival features a dedicated sustainable fashion section focusing on organic cotton and natural dyes. Daily cultural folk music, traditional Gujarati dance performances, and local street-food courts ensure an engaging, educational weekend outing for families, designers, and cultural tourists alike.

  1. Purchase premium, authentic textiles directly from award-winning master artisans.
  2. Learn about traditional Indian printing and weaving techniques via live demonstrations.
  3. Discover eco-friendly fashion options at the sustainable textile exhibit.
  4. Enjoy traditional folk music, regional dances, and authentic local street food.
  5. Participate in a secure, well-structured, and family-friendly cultural event.