Shimla Summer Festival: A Riot of Colourful Events and Himachali Culture

If you want to explore Shimla beyond the mesmerizing snow-clad mountains, and delve deep into the rich Himachali culture, you must mark your attendance at the Shimla Summer Festival 2019. It is a razzmatazz of colourful events and festivities which includes a dog show, fashion and photography competitions, and much more. You can also enjoy scrumptious food, shop for a variety of items and dance to your favourite music — it is indeed the perfect time to visit this quaint hill station. This year, the Shimla Summer Festival would take place from 2^nd to 7^th June, and here’s why you shouldn’t miss it...

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What Shimla Summer Festival Is All About

To thank the almighty for the bountiful harvest and mark the arrival of the much-awaited summer—Shimla Summer Festival is an annual fiesta that is celebrated with much gusto and fervour in this paradisiacal capital of Himachal Pradesh. During this festival, artists and performers from different nooks and corners of the country throng here to immerse in the grand revelries and showcase their talents.

The History

Shimla Summer Festival is a five-day long extravaganza which was first kick-started in the year 1960. Ever since, the Shimla Summer Festival has become an annual affair that flaunts the rich musical and cultural treasures of Shimla. This event has been graced by legends like Mohammed Rafi, Lata Mangeshkar, Kishore Kumar and Asha Bhosle in the past and it continues to draw popular artists every year. The organizers take special care to ensure that the event is well-organized with deft security measures and electronic surveillance in place.

Things to Do at the Shimla Summer Festival

During the Shimla Summer Festival 2019, you can expect a lot of hullaballoo in this otherwise peaceful hill station. The Flower Show envelopes the city with the colourful hues of exotic flowers; so if you wish to revel in Shimla’s natural beauty, this festival is perfect to catch a glimpse of the breathtaking flora which is in full bloom around this time.

The fashionistas can check out the incredible work by local designers, showcasing their art through the fashion shows. To treat the ultimate music lover in you, there is a LIT musical scene too! Groove to your favourite soundtracks while talented artists perform LIVE!.

You can also enjoy tons of other activities here, such as ice skating, folk dance, photography, poster making competitions and more. That’s not all! You can also treat yourself to the best of local cuisines.

Read More: Hill Stations in Himachal Pradesh That Are Ideal for a Summer Vacation with Kids

The Location

The Shimla Summer Festival takes place every year at the Ridge Road in Shimla – the bustling centre of the city, dotted with a plethora of shops and boutiques.

Entry to the Shimla Summer Festival 2019

Good news! You do not have to shell out a single buck for this festival. The entry is absolutely free!

Where to Stay at Shimla

#MMTRecommendations: You can book your stay at the following hotels:

• Radisson Jass Shimla
• Hotel Combermere
• Hotel Dhroov
• Marina- Shimla First Designer Boutique Hotel

So, all the mountain lovers out there, what are you waiting for? Plan your trip NOW!

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