The Indian Cultural Association is proud to present the FESTIVAL OF INDIA: NAMASTE MARYLAND to celebrate our Culture, History, and Heritage. On September 19th and 20th, 2026, all roads lead to Howard County Fairgrounds for a taste of all things Indian! 

 

A VISUALLY STUNNING CELEBRATION - The “Festival of India” brings the most flavorful, exciting, and diverse celebration of Indian culture in Maryland USA. This two-day event will be the largest festival in Maryland, attracting ~20,000 - 25,000 patrons from Howard and surrounding Counties under one roof to enjoy, celebrate and take pride in Indian culture - art, music, dance, food, clothing, jewelry, handicrafts, and more.

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Festival of India: Namaste Maryland is a free, two-day cultural festival that invites Maryland residents to experience the richness of Indian heritage through participatory arts, live performances, and community storytelling. Centering both folk and traditional arts, the event features hands‑on workshops and regional craft practices; dynamic performances spanning classical dance, folk traditions, and contemporary forms; and foodways demonstrations that highlight India’s regional diversity. Guided by local artists, cultural practitioners, and members of Maryland’s Indian diaspora, the festival fosters cultural exchange, intergenerational learning, and community pride while transforming the venue into a vibrant hub of creativity, heritage, and shared humanity.

 

Top area restaurants will feature culinary delights from different parts of the Indian subcontinent. The shopping portion of the event will feature exhibitors from all over the East Coast who will be selling ethnic goods and services. The event will also feature Live Entertainment including DJ, Classical, Folk, and Bollywood Dance Performances, Open Mic & Open Dance Floor, Henna, and the showstopper FASHION SHOW! The KIDS CORNER will have Balloons, Facepaint, and MAGIC SHOW!​​

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Sponsors, Vendors, and Performers - reach out to us at Events@ICAHoward.Org

or via phone at 410-567-6599.