KALA GHODA ARTS FESTIVAL (KGAF)

Feb. 3, 2019

The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (KGAF), India’s largest multi-cultural street festival began in Mumbai. The festival will end on 10th February.

About: 

  • The Kala Ghoda Arts Festival (KGAF) is India’s largest multi-cultural street festival in order to bring attention to the South Mumbai’s art and architectural heritage. 

  • Timing: It is held annually since 1999 in February (the first Saturday till the next Sunday, for nine days). 

  • Venue: Mumbai. 

  • Organized by: Kala Ghoda Association, which was formed in 1998 with the object of maintaining and preserving the heritage and art district of South Mumbai. 

KGAF 2019: 

  • Commemorating 20 years of its inception, KGAF 2019 will celebrate two decades of art and culture through cinema, theatre, dance, literature etc. at various places in Mumbai. 

  • Key highlights of this year’s festival include Screening of Khalil Mohammad’s documentary on Iranian cafes, performances by Pt. Hariprasad Chaurasia, Shaan, Prakriti and Sukriti Kakar, heritage walks, dances and shopping at Rampart Row. 

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