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Australia to host Explore India Festival
Along with the food and tourism festival, the event will also mark a Holi celebration.
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Rwittika Chakraborty - Thu, 19, Mar 2026
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Explore India – Food & Tourism Fest announced in Australia / X/@HCICanberra
The High Commission of India, Canberra, in Australia, has announced that it will host the “Explore India – Food & Tourism Festival,” with the aim of showcasing India’s culinary traditions and diverse tourism offerings to Australian audiences.
The Indian mission in Australia took to its official X account to announce the upcoming event, slated for March 28 and 29, and wrote,
“Join us to experience India’s diverse tourism destinations, vibrant cultural performances, and a delightful spread of Indian cuisine.”
The festival, scheduled to take place at Lennox Gardens in Canberra, is expected to highlight India’s food culture alongside boosting the nation’s growing appeal as a global travel destination.
Along with the food and tourism festival, the event will also mark a Holi celebration.
The event will offer free entry to attendees, along with complimentary Thandai, a traditional Indian cold beverage.
The High Commission of India, Canberra invites you to the Explore India – Food & Tourism Festival
— India in Australia (@HCICanberra) March 19, 2026
28–29 March 2026 | Lennox Gardens | From 1100 hrs
Join us to experience India’s diverse tourism destinations, vibrant cultural performances, and a delightful spread of… pic.twitter.com/4HYCRHF0x0
Along with the availability of food, drinks, and Holi colors, the event will also feature multicultural performances, DJ, and dance workshops, among other activities.
The initiative aligns with India’s broader outreach efforts to strengthen cultural diplomacy and people-to-people ties with Australia.
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The upcoming event in Canberra is expected to draw members of the Indian diaspora, local residents, and travel enthusiasts, who will have the opportunity to experience Indian cuisine, cultural displays, and information about tourism circuits across the country.
With the celebration of Indian flavours and the aim to position India as a must-visit destination for Australian travellers seeking cultural, culinary, and experiential tourism, the initiative is expected to further deepen bilateral cultural engagement between the two nations.
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