This is the city’s grandest cultural extravaganza, usually held in January or February (in 2026, many cultural sessions like Shiksha Mahotsav are scheduled for late January).
- The Vibe: A 10-day celebration of Awadhi heritage. It features world-class Kathak performances, soulful Qawwalis, and Mushairas (poetry).
- The Draw: It is the best place to shop for authentic Chikan work and taste “lost recipes” of the Nawabs all in one place.