Alwar Matsya Festival
The Matsya Festival is a two-day annual heritage celebration held in Alwar, named for the ancient Matsya kingdom, and is billed as one of the foremost fairs of Rajasthan. Festivities unfold across landmarks including the hilltop Bala Qila (Alwar Fort), the Moosi Maharani ki Chhatri and Siliserh Lake, with folk performances, eco-trekking and paddle-boat races. Evening galas at the fort feature the Chari dance, Bhapang concerts and heritage parades honouring the region's royal past.
- Heritage events at Bala Qila and Siliserh Lake
- Chari dance and Bhapang folk music
- eco-trek to the fort
- paddle-boat races and crafts mela
