If you’re looking for something to do in Delhi this February, you’re in luck. The city is turning into a festival playground — think colourful craft bazaars, street art trails, jazz beats, and food experiences that feel like a warm hug. Whether you want to soak in culture, discover new music, or just wander around with a cup of chai, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your ultimate guide to the best events happening this month.
Suraj Kund Crafts Mela
Think vibrant colours, live music, and a whole lot of culture — Surajkund Mela is where India’s heritage comes alive. Expect to wander through rows of stalls filled with stunning handicrafts and handlooms from across the country, with special displays dedicated to traditional crafts that are slowly disappearing. There’s also plenty of entertainment: folk performances on open-air stages, evening shows at the main Chaupal, and a buzzing food court serving global flavours.
Date: 31st Jan – 15th Feb
Venue: Surajkund, Faridabad
Lodhi Art Festival
The Lodhi Art Festival 2026 marks a decade since the first mural transformed Delhi’s Lodhi Art District into an open-air gallery. Organised by the St+Art India Foundation with Asian Paints, the festival runs throughout February along Lodhi Road and Lodhi Colony, turning streets into a living canvas. Expect new murals themed around climate change, women’s empowerment and community voices, alongside workshops, art walks, live performances, pop-up markets and interactive street art sessions
Date: 1st – 28th Feb
Venue: 18, Lodhi Rd, Gokalpuri, Institutional Area
India Art Fair
If you love culture, collecting art, or simply enjoy exploring creativity, the India Art Fair is a must-visit. Held in New Delhi, it is South Asia’s leading platform for modern and contemporary art. The 17th edition features a record 123 galleries and institutions, showcasing iconic artists alongside talks, workshops, films and live performances.
Date: 5th – 8th Feb
Venue: NSIC Exhibition Grounds, Okhla
India Jazz Project
The Delhi edition of India Jazz Project kicks off with a powerful performance by The Rudy Wallang Band, pioneers of Indian blues whose influence has shaped the country’s live music scene. The opening set sets the tone for a lineup that celebrates the depth and diversity of Indian jazz and blues. Additional artists will be announced soon, completing a programme that reflects the evolving voice of India’s contemporary music landscape.
Date: 6th Feb
Venue: 1AQ, Mehrauli
Equal Ground
Delhi’s first wellness conference festival, rooted in ancient Indic knowledge systems and reimagined for modern urban life. Set at the historic Travancore Palace, the two-day event combines yoga, pranayama, meditation and Vedic chanting with talks on self-worth, burnout, women’s health and the gut–mind connection. It also offers deep-dive learning sessions, a curated wellness marketplace, art installations and nourishing food experiences. The festival culminates in a sustainable House Holi celebration featuring DJ Caroline Lethô.
Date: 7th – 8th Feb
Venue: Travancore Palace, Shrimant Madhav Rao Scindia Marg
Paradox presents Baby J b2b Tye Turner
After an electrifying debut in Delhi, Baby J b2b Tye Turner returned for their second city edition, promising a night of high-energy selections and seamless back-to-back flow. Known for their underground sound, the duo has become a favourite across India’s dancefloors, and this show aims to raise the bar with elevated production and immersive lighting.
Date: 13th Feb
Venue: Dirty Good, Netaji Nagar
Kahaani: Dilli Ki
A vibrant festival celebrating Delhi’s heart, history and lived heritage. This two-day event offers an immersive journey through the city’s many eras and communities. Expect music from Deveshi Sahgal, Sonam Kalra and Indian Ocean, a craft bazaar with live artisan demonstrations, and panel discussions featuring luminaries such as William Dalrymple and Shalini Passi. Food lovers can savour heirloom recipes and Delhi favourites in a specially curated culinary experience.
Date: 14th – 15th Feb
Venue: Travancore Palace, Shrimant Madhav Rao Scindia Marg
Connected Histories: The Sidis in India
Get ready for a fascinating dive into history and art with Kenneth X. Robbins’ 45-minute talk, “The Image of the African Diaspora in Indian Paintings and Photographs.” Expect surprising insights into how people of African origin appear across Indian courtly art—not just as outsiders, but as rulers, soldiers, scholars, and even royal concubines. The talk is followed by a lively 40-minute performance of Baithi Dhamaal by Sidi Sabbir Husain Kamar and group, introduced by Dr Shubha Chaudhuri of AIIS—perfect for anyone who loves culture with a pulse.
Date: 19th Feb
Venue: Kiran Nadar Museum of Art, DLF South Court Mall, Saket
PS I love food: Chefs Prateek Sadhu x Amninder Sandhu
Slow down and gather around the fire at Kikli, where Chefs Prateek Sadhu and Amninder Sandhu craft a brunch that feels like a story unfolding. Over two intimate days, each multi-course dish draws from India’s regional archives, royal kitchens and old Delhi halwais, blending slow-fire traditions with fresh, ingredient-led creativity. The result is a warm, generous winter brunch that’s meant to be shared, savoured and remembered—the kind of meal you keep thinking about long after.
Date: 21st & 22nd Feb
Venue: Kikli, Connaught Place
Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR) – Take Us to Your Heart Tour
Michael Learns to Rock (MLTR) are the Danish soft rock icons famed for their timeless romantic ballads and melodic sound. Rising to global fame in the 1990s with hits like “25 Minutes,” “Take Me to Your Heart” and “Sleeping Child,” they have sold over 11 million albums worldwide and remain one of the most beloved Western bands in Asia. MLTR return to India for their three-city Take Us to Your Heart Tour, promising an evening of nostalgia and heartfelt music.
Date: 22nd Feb
Venue: Gymkhana Club, Safdarjung Road
Karan Aujla P-Pop Culture India Tour
Brace yourself for the P Pop Culture Tour, as global Punjabi superstar Karan Aujla brings his high-energy performance to India. Known for chart-toppers like Softly, Admiring You and Winning Speech, Aujla blends Punjabi beats with hip-hop swagger and pop-culture flair, creating an electrifying show that’s as much a movement as a concert. Expect larger-than-life production, non-stop energy and a night of unstoppable vibes as he takes the stage across the country, defining the new era of Punjabi pop.
Date: 28th Feb
Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium, Pragati Vihar
Sufi Heritage Festival
Set in the historic gardens of Sunder Nursery, this is a two-day celebration of Sufi ideals. Expect soulful music, poetry, dance and storytelling that bridge ancient traditions with contemporary voices. Performances feature artists such as Sona Mohapatra, Daler Mehndi, Sonam Kalra and the Murad Ali Ensemble, alongside new voices and experimental sound. The festival also includes workshops, an artisanal bazaar, and heritage-inspired food, creating a reflective, immersive cultural experience for all.
Date: 28th Feb – 1st March
Venue: Sunder Nursery
