Kolkata's festive calendar is vibrant and reflects the city's cultural heritage. Durga Puja is a grand festival celebrated every year with faith and generosity. In honor of the goddess Durga, it lasts a week, and the city is illuminated with lights, devotion, and art. You will see beautiful pandals with food stalls, Durga idols, women performing traditional dances, and more everywhere. The artistry at the pandals during Durga Puja is breathtaking. Everyone decorates their homes with oil lamps and candles and makes colorful rangolis. Families celebrate this festival by giving gifts and sweet treats to their loved ones. Another Christmas festival is celebrated in Park Street, which follows the same excitement and values. Anglo-Indian communities come together to sing carols at midnight and enjoy festive feasts. When it comes to diversity, the Muslim community is also not behind. Muslims celebrate Eid by arranging social gatherings, eating feasts, and praying. Poila Boishakh is a Bengali New Year celebration when people follow their local traditions and pray for prosperity and good fortune. There are other cultural festivals, like the International Film Festival, that attract the attention of filmmakers worldwide. They enjoy art exhibitions, live dance and theater performances, music events, etc. It is a great stage for performers to showcase their talent. You can glimpse Kolkata's dynamic festive spirit through festivals and cultural activities. The city has a cultural identity and keeps it vibrant and lively the whole year.
