Folk Dancers & Dances of India

Complete directory of authentic folk dance traditions from all 36 Indian states and union territories. Book professional folk artists for your cultural events, festivals, and celebrations.

Indian States Folk Dance

Explore the rich folk dance traditions from all 28 Indian states

Andhra Pradesh

Experience the graceful Kuchipudi, energetic Dhimsa, and traditional Bhamakalpam

Major Dances: Kuchipudi, Dhimsa, Bhamakalpam

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Arunachal Pradesh

Discover the tribal rhythms of Buiya, Chalo, and Popir dances

Major Dances: Buiya, Chalo, Popir

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Assam

Witness the classical Sattriya and vibrant Bihu dance traditions

Major Dances: Sattriya, Bihu, Bagurumba

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Chhattisgarh

Experience the tribal heritage through Panthi, Raut Nacha, and Karma dances

Major Dances: Panthi, Raut Nacha, Karma

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Goa

Celebrate with colorful Dhalo, Fugdi, and Portuguese-influenced folk dances

Major Dances: Dhalo, Fugdi, Corridinho

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Gujarat

Join the festive Garba, Dandiya Raas, and traditional Tippani celebrations

Major Dances: Garba, Dandiya Raas, Tippani

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Haryana

Enjoy the rustic charm of Ghoomar, Jhumar, and Saang performances

Major Dances: Ghoomar, Jhumar, Saang

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Himachal Pradesh

Discover mountain folk traditions through Nati, Chamba, and Kinnauri dances

Major Dances: Nati, Chamba, Kinnauri

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Jharkhand

Experience tribal culture through Santhal, Karma, and Jadur dance forms

Major Dances: Santhal, Karma, Jadur

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Karnataka

Witness classical Bharatanatyam and folk Yakshagana performances

Major Dances: Yakshagana, Bharatanatyam, Dollu Kunitha

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Kerala

Experience divine Kathakali, graceful Mohiniyattam, and ritual Theyyam

Major Dances: Kathakali, Mohiniyattam, Theyyam

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Madhya Pradesh

Explore tribal heritage through Bundeli, Rai, and Karma dance traditions

Major Dances: Bundeli, Rai, Karma

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Maharashtra

Enjoy the sensuous Lavani, warrior Powada, and festive Koli dances

Major Dances: Lavani, Powada, Koli

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Manipur

Discover classical Manipuri and traditional Lai Haraoba dance forms

Major Dances: Manipuri, Lai Haraoba, Pung Cholom

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Meghalaya

Experience tribal celebrations through Nongkrem, Wangala, and Shad Suk Mynsiem

Major Dances: Nongkrem, Wangala, Shad Suk Mynsiem

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Mizoram

Celebrate with vibrant Cheraw, Khuallam, and Chailam dance traditions

Major Dances: Cheraw, Khuallam, Chailam

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Nagaland

Witness warrior traditions through Chang Lo, Zeliang, and Hornbill dances

Major Dances: Chang Lo, Zeliang, Hornbill Dance

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Odisha

Experience classical Odissi and folk Sambalpuri dance performances

Major Dances: Odissi, Sambalpuri, Chhau

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Punjab

Celebrate with energetic Bhangra, graceful Giddha, and festive Jhumar

Major Dances: Bhangra, Giddha, Jhumar

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Rajasthan

Marvel at royal Ghoomar, mystic Kalbeliya, and traditional Chari performances

Major Dances: Ghoomar, Kalbeliya, Chari

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Sikkim

Discover Himalayan culture through Maruni, Tamang Selo, and Chu Faat dances

Major Dances: Maruni, Tamang Selo, Chu Faat

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Tamil Nadu

Experience classical Bharatanatyam and folk Karagattam dance traditions

Major Dances: Bharatanatyam, Karagattam, Kummi

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Telangana

Celebrate with vibrant Perini Sivatandavam, Lambadi, and Bonalu dances

Major Dances: Perini Sivatandavam, Lambadi, Bonalu

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Tripura

Experience tribal traditions through Hojagiri, Garia, and Lebang Boomani

Major Dances: Hojagiri, Garia, Lebang Boomani

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Uttar Pradesh

Witness classical Kathak, folk Charkula, and traditional Rasiya performances

Major Dances: Kathak, Charkula, Rasiya

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Uttarakhand

Explore mountain culture through Garhwali, Kumaoni, and Langvir Nritya

Major Dances: Garhwali, Kumaoni, Langvir Nritya

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West Bengal

Experience mystical Baul, martial Chhau, and festive Gambhira dances

Major Dances: Baul, Chhau, Gambhira

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Union Territories Folk Dance

Discover unique folk dance traditions from all 8 Indian union territories

Andaman & Nicobar Islands

Discover island culture through Nicobarese, Onge, and tribal dance forms

Major Dances: Nicobarese Folk, Onge Dance, Island Tribal

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Chandigarh

Experience modern India's folk heritage through Bhangra and regional dances

Major Dances: Bhangra, Giddha, Modern Folk

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Dadra & Nagar Haveli & Daman & Diu

Celebrate coastal and tribal traditions through Tarpa, Dhol, and folk dances

Major Dances: Tarpa Dance, Dhol Dance, Tribal Folk

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Delhi

Experience India's cultural capital through diverse regional and classical dances

Major Dances: Multi-Cultural, Classical Fusion, Regional Blend

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Jammu & Kashmir

Discover valley traditions through Rouff, Bhand Pather, and Dumhal dances

Major Dances: Rouff, Bhand Pather, Dumhal

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Ladakh

Experience Buddhist culture through Cham, Shondol, and monastery dances

Major Dances: Cham, Shondol, Monastery Dance

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Lakshadweep

Celebrate island heritage through Lava, Kolkali, and traditional sea dances

Major Dances: Lava, Kolkali, Sea Dance

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Puducherry

Experience French-Indian culture through Kavadi, Bharatanatyam, and fusion dances

Major Dances: Kavadi, Bharatanatyam, French-Indian Fusion

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Popular Folk Dance Forms Across India

Classical Dance Forms

Bharatanatyam (Tamil Nadu), Odissi (Odisha), Kathak (UP), Kuchipudi (Andhra Pradesh), Mohiniyattam (Kerala), Manipuri (Manipur), Kathakali (Kerala), Sattriya (Assam)

Festival Dance Forms

Garba & Dandiya (Gujarat), Bhangra & Giddha (Punjab), Ghoomar (Rajasthan), Bihu (Assam), Kalbelia (Rajasthan), Lavani (Maharashtra)

Tribal Dance Forms

Santhal (Jharkhand), Karma (Chhattisgarh), Cheraw (Mizoram), Hornbill Dance (Nagaland), Wangala (Meghalaya), Hojagiri (Tripura)

Regional Specialties

Chhau (West Bengal), Yakshagana (Karnataka), Theyyam (Kerala), Karagattam (Tamil Nadu), Perini (Telangana), Dhimsa (Andhra Pradesh)

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