Traditional Fair · Bihar
Sonepur Mela
Sonepur, Sonepur
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A long-running Kartik Purnima fair at the confluence of the Ganga and Gandak.
Sonepur’s fair begins around Kartik Purnima, when pilgrims bathe at the confluence of the Ganga and Gandak, and continues with a large livestock and goods market and cultural events.
Planning a visit
- When: 24 Nov – 5 Dec 2026. These dates come from the official listing or the organisers.
- Where: Sonepur, Sonepur, Bihar.
- Book stays early if your dates fall on the main days: towns fill up around popular fairs and festivals.
Sources
Last checked 27 October 2026. Dates and arrangements are set by the organisers and can change.
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