Indian Artisans’ Haat 2025: Bengaluru Starts Today

The Indian Artisans Haat 2025 is prepped up to shine in colours, culture and creativity with displays going from August 1 to 10 at the Rangoli Metro Art Centre in MG Road, Bengaluru. It is not a mere crafts fair but it is a 10-day cultural extravaganza where all the artists across India are visiting to showcase their talent.

It is a tribute to the Indian fine handicrafts and curated by Vijay Karnataka along with Bangalore Mirror. Event gives opportunity to artisans to show India’s rich cultural diversity. The inauguration of the Haat will be done on 1st August,2025 at 05.00 PM by Shri.NA Haris,Hon’ble MLA,Shantinagar along with popular Actress Ragini Dwivedi.

Event Overview

The event is set to be more inclusive and bigger than ever. With craftsmen from over 100 parts of the country participating, stalls are intricately planned to transport visitors through different regions in India. This Haat will have 80–100 stalls showcasing of a wide variety of products.

One can lay hands on all traditional crafts, from the opulent Pashmina shawls of Kashmir to the earthy terracotta wares made popular by Bengal or lighter Chikankari embroidery work that hails from Lucknow to pretty Kalamkari patterns typical of Andra Pradesh. It is a colourful vitrine of India’s classic crafts, curated all under one roof and an opulent repository for the country’s collective heritage. The local crafts of Karnataka, like the Channapatna wooden toys will also be a special feature alongside regional specialties.

Cultural Celebration

What sets the Indian Artisans’ Haat apart from other exhibitions is the experience it offers. Every day there will be live cultural performances aimed at spreading the essence of Indian folk traditions. Visitors will enjoy classical music, traditional dance forms, and puppet shows—all of which highlight the richness of the arts from various states.

The Haat has been strategically scheduled during the period of Varamahalakshmi festival, attracting joint shoppers and visitors. At Haat, you can shop for handmade jewellery, organic in-home decor items and handloom saris to local munchies and more. It’s also wonderful occasion to shop for genuine handlooms from the weavers themselves.”

Supporting Local Artisans

Every stall at the Haat has a story to share. Whether it’s a Banarasi weave from silken fabrics or Mojaris of Rajasthan, each item represents a treasure trove of centuries-old craftsmanship. The real worth of these items is not in just the beauty they exude, rather it’s also in inherited skills and techniques.

Do Visit!

Indian Artisans’ Haat 2025 is all about celebrating artists and creating awareness around India’s rich craft culture. It is a reminder that in our fast-paced world the soul of India still lies within its handcrafted gems.

So if you are in Bangalore, this August go and be a part of this colourful experiences full with colours, creativity & culture. Head to Rangoli Metro Art Centre between August 1-10 and behold some of the beauty that is Indian art & craft.