India has emerged as a popular destination for international musicians and bands to visit, as evidenced by the end-of-the-year music festivals in 2024. With artists from a variety of genres performing in the country, there is something for everyone this year! Below are details of two such festivals:
1. Ziro Festival of Music
- Where: Ziro Valley, Arunachal Pradesh
- When: 26-29 September
- What to expect: Now in its 11th edition, this festival showcases the music and culture of Northeast India. It features emerging talent, rock contests, traditional Naga dances, and performances that celebrate tribal folklore.
- How to get there:
- By Air: Dimapur airport is 65 km from Kohima
- By Train: Dimapur railway station is 70 km from Kohima
2. Magnetic Fields
- Where: Alsisar Mahal, Rajasthan
- When: 6-8 December
- What to expect: The lineup for the 10th edition of Magnetic Fields is yet to be announced, but attendees can look forward to a cultural experience filled with art. This year, the festival will take place in the village of Alsisar with the theme 'Unified Field'.
- How to get there:
- By Air: The closest airports are Delhi (239 km) and Jaipur (217 km) with Sadulpur Junction station being 53 km from Alsisar Mahal by train.
