Nashik 2026
Read. Speak.Transform.
6, 7 & 8 February 2026
Nashik - A Literature, Arts & Cultural Festival
Festival Highlights
A Celebration of Stories, Ideas & Cultural Expression
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Pages, Pens & Powerful Ideas
From a vibrant all-ages book fair to intimate author panels and thought conversations, this vertical celebrates the written word. Discover new voices, regional stories, and ideas that spark dialogue, reflection, and fresh perspectives.
Stories on Stage
Experience theatre, storytelling, and performance arts that bring narratives to life. Rooted in tradition yet contemporary in spirit, these performances explore culture, community, and expression through live art.
Cinema Beyond the Screen
Watch carefully curated film screenings followed by conversations with filmmakers. Dive into the stories behind the lens and explore cinema as a powerful medium of social and creative expression.
Learn. Make. Create.
Hands-on workshops in writing, theatre, filmmaking, and creative practices led by mentors and practitioners. Designed for all levels, these sessions encourage curiosity, experimentation, and creative confidence.
Open Voices & Shared Stages
High-energy open mics and evening performances create space for poetry, spoken word, music, and raw expression. As the sun sets, UGAM comes alive with shared stages and a memorable grand finale.
Culture for All Ages
From a vibrant Kids Zone to flea markets and a Tribal Haat, this vertical celebrates community and culture beyond stages and sessions. Explore crafts, stories, activities, and experiences designed for families, young minds, and curious wanderers alike.
ORGANISERS
Diganta Swaraj Foundation
A community-driven organisation working across education, livelihoods, health and sustainability. UGAM is its cultural initiative - bringing grassroots voices into contemporary cultural spaces.
PARTNERS & COLLABORATE
Collaborate with a festival that combines cultural credibility, social impact and meaningful engagement.
Venue Partner: Fravashi Group of Institutions
The Fravashi Group of Institutions offers campuses that are more than educational spaces - they are living cultural landscapes, naturally inspiring creativity, reflection, and community engagement. With lush open grounds, serene pathways, artistic corners, and warm architectural design, these campuses transform seamlessly into:
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Reading streets
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Conversation nooks
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Creative lounges
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Workshop studios
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Art pockets
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Performance arenas
GET INVOLVED
Your contribution makes a huge difference
Participate
open mics
Participate in Workshop
Exhibit at the Book Fair
Participate in Competitions
Get in Touch
Reach out to us to get more information