Kutch Rann Utsav – The White Desert Cultural Carnival

Decorations at the Rann of Kutch festival

Born in 2005 to showcase the stunning Great Rann of Kutch and endangered craft traditions, Rann Utsav has grown into a major cultural tourism event attracting millions globally.

Today, it runs three to four months, features a full “tent city” at Dhordo, and supports around 10,000 local artisans annually.

Visitors enjoy folk dance, live music, handicraft exhibitions, camel safaris, hot‑air balloon rides, paramotoring, yoga and local cuisine such as Dabeli, Kutchi Khichdi, Bajra no Rotlo and more.

⭐ Not-to-Miss Highlights in the festival

- Full‑moon nights on the white salt desert.

- Handicraft bazaar and folk cultural performances.

- Adventure: camel rides, ATV, hot air balloons.

🗓️ All at a Glance

When	Nov–Feb annually (Full Moon is best time)
Where
How to get there	✈️  By Air: Bhuj (80km), Ahmedabad (330km), then Taxi to Dhordo 🚊 By Train: Bhuj station, Taxi to Dhordo  Buses connect regionally
Nearby attractions	⛱️Mandvi Beach ⛰️Kala Dungar
Weather	Day ~20 °C, Night ~8–12 °C
Clothing & where to buy	Layered clothes, mirror work from Bhuj
Festival food	Dabeli - spicy yet sweet snack made by mixing boiled potatoes with a special dabeli masala
Child‑friendly?	Yes – kids’ zones, safe tents
Local guides	Gujarat Tourism offers a variety of packages as well as reliable tour operators to make travel planning easier
Best transport	Golf carts, camel carts, taxis