The Ahmedabad Kankaria Carnival 2023 is set to envelop the city in vibrant colors and boundless joy. This much-anticipated event is scheduled to commence on December 25 at the iconic Kankaria Lake in Ahmedabad City Gujarat promising to breathe new life into the state's tourism sector. Since its renovation in 2008 the Kankaria Carnival has solidified its status as a premier attraction in Gujarat offering a diverse range of activities and entertainment for visitors of all ages.
What to Expect at Kankaria Carnival 2023
Overview
The Kankaria Carnival an annual extravaganza organized by the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation at Kankaria Lake spans a week during the final week of December. It is a spectacular medley of exhilarating events promising to captivate attendees with fireworks lighting shows comedy performances music concerts and dance performances by local celebrities. The carnival caters to families with activities such as Kids City and the Toy Train while immersive experiences like the Nocturnal Zoo and Butterfly Garden enchant visitors of all ages. The carnival's primary aim is to infuse joy and excitement into the city and it is open to all.
Highlights
This year attendees can look forward to unique selfie points themed around Chandrayaan-3 and My City My Pride. An immersive virtual reality show centered on the themes of Heritage Ahmedabad and Developed India will provide a one-of-a-kind experience. Each day of the carnival concludes with a spectacular laser show themed on "Viksit Bharat Sankalp."
High Anticipation
Anticipation for the event is running high with a large number of people expected to flock to Ahmedabad for this eagerly awaited celebration.
Program List for Kankaria Carnival 2023
Schedule
As per official updates from the Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation's Twitter account here is the program list for the Kankaria Carnival 2023:
- December 25 2023: Inauguration by the Honorable Chief Minister of Gujarat and other respected politicians & celebrities.
- December 25 2023: Lok Dyro by Yogesh Gadhvi & Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam Theme-based Program.
- December 26, 2023: Musical Performance by Arun Dev Yadav.
- December 27, 2023: Lok Dyro by Kirtidan Gadhvi.
- December 28, 2023: Gujrati Lok Sangit Program by Divya Chaudhari.
- December 29, 2023: Hindi and Gujarati Sangit Performance by Parth Oza.
- December 30, 2023: Live music concert by Mirande Shah.
- December 31, 2023: Ek Yad Rafi Ke Bad & Bharat Sankalp Theme-based program.
Activities at Kankaria Carnival
- Horror House
- Laughing Club gatherings and Yoga Classes
- Gujarat Police’s Arms Exhibition
- Mega Magician Show
- Senior Citizens Sports Festival
- Dog and Horse Show
- Roller coaster rides and fruit rides for children
- Fireworks Display
- Musical & cultural performances by students of various schools, colleges, and private institutions.
Commencement
The grand inauguration of the Kankaria Carnival 2023 took place today with the esteemed presence of Gujarat Chief Minister Bhupendra Patel. This annual extravaganza is all set to unfold at the renowned Kankaria Lake delighting attendees from today until December 31. The carnival promises a diverse array of events to captivate the hearts of its visitors.
Entertainment Galore
Attendees can revel in a wide variety of performances including lok dayro Bollywood fusion instrumentals garba and various dance forms such as Bharatanatyam and Kuchipudi. The program also includes performances of patriotic songs by senior citizens soul-stirring Sufi ghazals the electrifying Shiv Tandav classical singing and the mesmerizing table vadan among others.
Notable Features
A major highlight of the carnival will be the laser show themed 'Viksit Bharat Sankalp.' Plans also include a captivating virtual reality show focusing on Heritage Amdavad. The entrance to Kankaria will feature distinctive selfie points with themes like Chandrayaan-3 Dhanush and 'My City My Pride.'
Vasudev Kutumbakam Theme
The inaugural day showcases programs under the theme 'Vasudev Kutumbakam—Ek Dharti Ek Parivaar—Ek Bhavishya.' This theme encompasses a rich tapestry of cultural performances including Gujarat's heritage garba Rajasthan's ghoomar Punjab's Bhangra Assam's Bihu Maharashtra's Lavani and much more. Renowned artists such as Kirtidan Gadhvi Parth Oza Arun Dev Yadav and others will grace the stage and entry to these events is free for visitors.
Overall this week-long celebration of culture entertainment and joy at the Ahmedabad Kankaria Carnival 2023 where memories are waiting to be made and traditions are ready to be cherished.
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Kankaria Lake, Kankaria Lake, Kankaria, Ahmedabad, Gujarat 380002, India