Kamal Ghorui
The Sufi Heritage Festival 2026 is set to return to Delhi. It will be a 2-day festival held in Sunder Nursery, which will have lots of music, poetry, movement, craft and conversation rooted in the timeless ideals of the Sufi tradition. You will be a mix of all these in one platform. This festival will be held from February 28 to March 1, 2026. The venue, Sunder Nursery, is a vast expanse of greenery, set in the heart of the city. Apart from the traffic chaos, this place witnesses a huge number of visitors almost every day. The festival will be held in this spot, which will showcase a cultural gathering that celebrates openness, inclusivity, love and shared humanity. During the course of the two-day festival, it aims to create a space where ancient spiritual thought meets contemporary artistic expression.Read more: Thailand overhauls visa rules: 60-day visa-free stays, DTV, and digital entry system to boost tourism and economy As regarding the performers, the 2026 edition has some exciting line up. It will feature performances and conversations by artists including Sona Mohapatra, Daler Mehndi, Sonam Kalra, Saumya Kulshreshta and Buland, Marham Poetry, The Aahvaan Project, Mujtaba Khan (Sabr Se), Shinjini Kulkarni, and the Murad Ali Ensemble, among others. The programming, ranging from classical sama-inspired performances on the grand stage to contemporary interpretations and experimental sounds, reflects classical and modern-day engagement with Sufi philosophy. Spoken word, poetry recitals, and contemplative dialogues are programmed to support and complement musical performances, encouraging audience engagement with philosophical underpinnings.
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The festival is not only about the performance aspect. There are workshops under the Kargaah segment that encourage people to engage with traditional craftsmanship and artistic expression. Visitors can also walk through a specially curated artisanal bazaar featuring handwoven textiles, carpets, perfumes, and other handcrafted items inspired by heritage craftsmanship. Also included in this experience are food and hospitality, where heritage-inspired food options add to the experience.
A space for reflection and connection
The celebration draws its inspiration from the lives, poems, and teachings that have contributed to the evolution of the Sufi movement, and it aims at bringing the past and the present closer. The venue, Sunder Nursery, is an Mughal-era heritage park in the heart of Delhi, which gives the celebration an edge in terms of its historical context. According to the organisers, the event is open to all, from art lovers and families, spiritual seekers and travelers, to culture enthusiasts. For two days, the festival promises to provide a space for the audience to slow down, participate, and share a cultural experience.Read more: Guess the place: It’s home to the world’s only floating national park
Event details
Dates: February 28 – March 1, 2026Venue: Sunder Nursery, Delhi With its mix of music, dialogue, craft and community, the Sufi Heritage Festival 2026 returns as a celebration designed to linger beyond the final performance, offering not just a cultural programme, but an artistic and reflective journey.
