This year you can also visit rejuvenated lakes in and around Hyderabad would also host kite-flying activities making the celebrations even more scenic and engaging.
Hyderabad International Kite Festival 2026 Event Details
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Particulars |
Details |
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Festival Name |
International Kite Festival 2026 |
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Dates |
January 13 - 15, 2026 |
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Venue |
Parade Grounds, Secunderabad, Hyderabad, Telangana |
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Occasion |
Sankranti Festival |
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Participants |
National & International kite flyers |
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Special Attraction |
Drone Festival (Jan 16 & 17, 2026) |
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Entry Fee |
Expected to be free (official confirmation awaited) |
Dates of Major Events
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Event |
Dates |
Location |
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International Kite Festival |
January 13–15, 2026 |
Parade Grounds, Secunderabad |
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Drone Festival |
January 16 & 17, 2026 |
Gachibowli Stadium |
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Hot Air Balloon Festival - Morning |
January 16 - 18, 2026 |
City outskirts |
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Hot Air Balloon Festival - Evening Night How |
January 16 - 18, 2026 |
Parade Grounds, Secunderabad |
Timings of Major Events
Event | Dates | Timings |
International Kite Festival | January 13–15, 2026 | 10 AM - 9 PM |
Drone Festival | January 16 & 17, 2026 | 10 AM / 12 PM - 9 PM |
Hot Air Balloon Festival - Morning | January 16 - 18, 2026 | City outskirts |
Hot Air Balloon Festival - Evening Night How | January 16 - 18, 2026 | 4PM - 9 PM |
Hot Air Balloon Tickets
Drone Festival at International Kite Festival 2026
For the first time Hyderabad can experience a drone show. On January 13 & 14 along with Kite Festival you can also be a part of the Drone Festival.
What to Expect from the Drone Festival
- Eye-catching drone light shows
- Coordinated aerial formations
- Technology-driven visual storytelling
Drone Show Schedule
January 16
Timings | Show |
12:00 PM – 5:30 PM | Drone Soccer |
3:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Seeding (Qualifiers) Race |
5:30 PM – 6:00 PM | Drone Soccer Semis |
7:15 PM – 7:45 PM | Drone Race (Apex Challenge) |
7:45 PM – 8:30 PM | RC Plane Airshow |
January 17
Timings | Show |
10:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Race 1 – 13 |
3:00 PM – 6:30 PM | Marathon Finals |
7:00 PM – 8:00 PM | RC Plane Airshow |
7:30 PM – 8:00 PM | Soccer Finals |
8:00 PM – 8:30 PM | Race 14 Finals |
8:30 PM – 9:00 PM | Drone Show |
Things to Explore at The International Kite Festival 2026
- Watch 40 international kite flyers from 19 countries and 55 kite flyers from 15 Indian States.
- Watch the sky filled with colourful kites by International and Indian kite experts
- Celebrate Sankranti with festive vibes and grand celebrations.
- Taste Telangana and regional cuisines from 60+ food courts.
- Try over 1200 varieties of sweets.
- Drone Festival with evening aerial shows
- Hot air balloon displays on city outskirts and Night Glow Ballon show at Parade Ground.
- Be a part of Cultural programmes and family-friendly activities
- Enjoy free entry for visitors
How to Reach International Kite Festival Venue
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Mode of Travel |
Details |
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By Train |
Nearest railway station: Secunderabad Junction (approx. 2 km). |
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By Metro |
Parade Grounds Metro Station and Secunderabad Metro Station are located close to the venue with excellent connectivity. |
Best Time to Visit International Kite Festival 2026
- Morning hours: Ideal for enjoying kite flying and colourful sky displays
- Evening hours: Cultural programmes and festive atmosphere.
- Drone Festival: Best viewed during evenings on January 16 & 17, 2026
