Chalukya Utsava (festival) is an annual cultural and heritage festival held in historic cities of Badami and Aihole in North Karnataka. Chalukya Utsava is celebrated as a two or three days event, usually early February.
While the exact schedule varies each year, generic highlights of the Chalukya Festival are given below. Chalukya festival gives a perfect excuse to visit Badami and Aihole, explore ancient cave temples and historic sites, while witnessing various cultural extravaganzas put forth by talented performers.
Highlights at Chalukya Utsava
- Art Exhibitions
- Dollu Kunitha (Drum beating performances)
- Temple processions
- Stunt shows
- Sports competitions & games
- Wrestling competition
- Musical performances
- Dance performances
Nearby
A visit to Badami and Aihole during the Chalukya festival can be extended to explore Pattadakal and Mahakoota.
Note
Chalukya Utsava may be suspended on certain years in case of drought in the region.
How to reach
Badami is 450 kms from Bengaluru. Hubballi is the nearest airport (105 kms from Badami). Badami has a train station and good bus service and road connectivity from Bengaluru and other parts of Karnataka. Aihole is 35 kms from Badami.
Stay
KSTDC run hotel Mayura as well as several private hotels are available in Badami town.