As the festive lights of Diwali fade, Nagaland Tourism, Government of Nagaland, supported by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India, is set to light up the city with the eagerly anticipated 4th edition of the Autumn Festival on 24th and 25th October 2025 at the lawns of Nagaland House, 29 Dr APJ Abdul Kalam Road, New Delhi.
The Autumn Festival, serving as a curtain-raiser to the 26th edition of the iconic Hornbill Festival, returns following three successful editions, this time with renewed enthusiasm and grandeur.
The festival aims to provide Delhi residents with a glimpse of the vibrant Hornbill Festival experience, particularly for those unable to travel to Nagaland, while also offering insights for those interested in witnessing the celebration firsthand.
The festival will be graced by Kapil Mishra, Minister for Tourism, Art and Culture, Government of NCT Delhi, as the Chief Guest.
Temjen Imna Along, Minister of Tourism and Higher Education, Government of Nagaland, mentioned, “In the last three editions, the Autumn Festival has received an overwhelming response from the people of Delhi and embraced the spirit of the festival with so much warmth. Encouraged by this success and inspired to bring more of Nagaland to the people of Delhi, we return this year with the same enthusiasm but enriched with new experiences and offerings. This festival also serves both as an experience and an invitation, an opportunity to share a glimpse of Nagaland to the heart of India, and to strengthen the cultural bonds that bind us.”
The two-day event will feature a diverse array of Naga brands and artists, showcasing the best of cuisine, handicrafts, textiles, art, and music. Performances include Colored Keys, The Mahila Band from India’s Got Talent, and The Eastory Project, among others. Participating brands include Made in Nagaland, Kintem, the Department of Sericulture featuring the State’s award-winning Eri Silk, the Department of Horticulture with fresh seasonal produce, and the Department of Tribal Affairs.
Traditional Naga cuisines, live weaving and handicraft demonstrations, jewellery and textile presentations, and captivating musical performances will create an immersive and experiential atmosphere. The first day of the festival is an exclusive, invitation-only event, while the second day is open to all. Launched in 2000 as a modest celebration, the Hornbill Festival has grown into a landmark cultural showcase in India, celebrating its 26th edition this year.
