Indian Council For Cultural Relations Invites Nominations for International Cultural Festivals 2026–27
Indian Council For Cultural Relations will organise its annual Cultural Festivals during the Financial Year 2026–27 in different cities across India and invites nominations from interested international artists and cultural groups.
1. 12th India International Dance & Music Festival
New Delhi + 2/3 other cities
30 October – 1 November 2026
Expected participants: 8–15 artists/groupsProposed genres include:
Dance: Classical, Contemporary, Folk, Tribal, Ramayana, Ballet, Puppetry, etc.
Music: Percussion, Choir, Orchestra, Folk Music, Instrumental Music, etc.
Performances should reflect the country’s indigenous cultural heritage.
2. 9th Delhi International Jazz Festival New Delhi + 2/3 other cities Last week of January / early February 2027 (dates TBC) Expected participants: 1–8 artists/groupsProposed genre: Popular Jazz groups, including rhythmic, catchy instrumental music, solo and ensemble performances.
Support provided by ICCRSubject to the applicable terms and approvals, ICCR will provide:
Facilitation of entry visas to India
Local hospitality, including boarding and lodging
Inter-city and local transportation
Venue, technical and publicity arrangements
Costs related to organising and presenting the programmes
The participating artists/groups will be responsible for:
International air travel
Medical insurance, if required
Performance fees, if applicable
These conditions are subject to ICCR’s applicable terms & exemptions will require specific approval from the competent authority.
#ICCR also encourages reciprocity in cultural exchanges, whereby Indian cultural troupes may have opportunities to perform in the participating artists’ respective countries.
How to nominateInterested artists and cultural groups are requested to share their details with the Consulate General of India, Birmingham at:
events.birmingham@mea.gov.in
Deadline for nominations: Tuesday, 22 September 2026
We encourage interested dance, music and jazz groups to submit their nominations at the earliest.
