May 15 2024 to May 21 2024 10:30 a.m.

Price: Rs 100

Where

Jayamahal Palace Hotel

1 Jayamahal Road, Near Cantonment Railway Station Road 560046

Event Description

The best of Indian craftspeople and crafts is back to the Garden City with its biggest edition yet!

We are so excited to be bringing 160+ crafts groups under one roof from 15th to 21st May 2024 at the stunning Jayamahal Palace Hotel. More than 25 states of India will be representing their craft traditions ith 40% of new groups coming to Bengaluru for the first time. Many languishing crafts find representation in this edition. The curation is an eclectic mix of Handcrafted Textiles, Jewelry, Home Decor & Furnishings, Accessories and Wellness products.

We are bringing the goodness of authentic traditional crafts as well as contemporaneous interpretations of craft traditions. The Dastar Bazaar experience is not mere shopping. It is a holistic interaction between the rural craftsperson and the urban consumer without any middle-party intervention. Each product is handcrafted with genuine materials and each purchase empowers not just the crafts person but the community at large.

Dastkar's commitment to supporting the craft community, combined with the unique and authentic experience of Indian crafts, makes the Bengaluru Dastkar Bazaar a must-visit event of the year. Bengaluru has a rich history of craftsmanship, and supporting these artisans is crucial to maintaining and promoting Bangalore's unique cultural identity.

The BENGALURU DASTKAR BAZAAR presents a wide range of craft skills across all parts of India:

From Western India, crafts such as Phad And Miniature Painting, Handloom Weaving, Dabu, Bagru & Sanganeri Block Printing, Lacquer Work, Meenakari, Lehriya And Bandhani work, Embroideries, Eco dyeing & printing, men's Garments, Filigree Silver Jewellery, Leather & Wooden Work, Papier Mache, Handcrafted Musical Instruments and Clay & Terracotta Pottery.

Northern India offers a wide variety of crafts including Bhil, Gond & Thangka Painting, Banarasi, Chanderi, Patola, Paithni & Jamdani Weaving, Shibori, Tie-Dye, Chikan, Cord, Taat, Ari & Zardozi  Embroidery, Crochet, Papier Mache Jewellery, Bead Work, Glass Bangles, Khurja Pottery & Natural Beauty Solutions.

Crafts such as Leather Puppet Painting, Ikkat Weaving, Recycled Jewelry, Metal Work and Organic Products come from Southern India.

Eastern India brings you Madhubani, Palm Leaf Work & Pattachitra Painting, Chizami, Cotton, Tussar & silk  Weaving, Fibre & Wood Work, Batik Printing, Kantha Embroidery, Dhokra & Fusion Art, Embossed Leather Work, Sea Shell Products, Sholapith Work, etc.

 THE FOOD COURT

Indulge in a culinary adventure at our Regional Multi-Cuisine Food Court, where an amazing array of dishes and beverages from different corners of the country await you. Savor the authentic flavors of lip-smacking regional delicacies that will leave your taste buds yearning for more.

OTHER HIGHLIGHTS

The BENGALURU DASTKAR BAZAAR beckons with a plethora of cultural experiences featuring a riveting blend of music, dance and craft demonstrations. It offers visitors, particularly children, an opportunity to appreciate the intricacies and skills involved in the crafting process and the joy of Art.

CRAFT DEMONSTRATIONS

Carpet Weaving and Glass craft

Dates: 18th & 19th May 2024

Participation Fees: FREE

Time: 11 am - 7 pm

CRAFT WORKSHOPS

Terracotta Pottery, Sholapith flower making, Pattachitra, Gond Kalighat, Pichwai & Madhubani painting.

Dates: 18th & 19th May 2024

Participation Fees: INR 300/-

Time: 3 pm - 6 pm

CULTURAL PERFORMANCE

Rouf Dance from Kashmir

Date: 16th, 17th, 18th & 19th may 2024

Time: 12 pm-7 pm

THE BAZAAR IS A PET-FRIENDLY VENUE