At Shilpgram, the heartbeat of Jaipur’s cultural landscape, the spirit of the wild has taken centre stage. The Jaipur Tiger Festival has transformed Jawahar Kala Kendra into a lively jungle of ideas, art and activism—where tiger roars echo not from forests, but from photographs, paintings, stories and performances. From conservation heroes to young storytellers, from virtual safaris to folk rhythms, the festival is a vibrant celebration of India’s most iconic predator and the ecosystems it protects.
Here are the top highlights that make the festival unmissable:
Top 10 Highlights of the Jaipur Tiger Festival
1. Inauguration by the Hon’ble Governor of Rajasthan
Governor Shri Haribhau Kisanrao Bagde opened the festival, emphasising Rajasthan’s legacy of courage and conservation—and the tiger’s crucial role in sustaining wildlife ecosystems.
2. A Grand Four-Day Cultural & Wildlife Extravaganza
Running from 11 to 14 December, the festival blends conservation awareness with art, culture and storytelling.
3. 53 Eye-Catching Stalls
From tiger reserves to conservation groups and wildlife creators, the stalls showcase rare insights into India’s big cats and their habitats.
4. A Visual Feast: 150+ Photographs & 63 Artworks
Striking tiger portraits, dramatic forest moments and evocative paintings create an immersive experience for visitors.
5. Rajasthan’s Tiger Reserves Under One Roof
All five major tiger reserves of the state are represented, offering visitors a one-stop exploration of Rajasthan’s wild heritage.
6. Eleven Wildlife Heroes Felicitated
From forest officers to conservationists, the Governor honoured 11 individuals for their remarkable service to wildlife protection.
7. Cultural Spark: Rekha Parihar’s Electrifying Performance
Internationally acclaimed folk artist Rekha Parihar lit up the opening day with a stirring dance performance celebrating nature and culture.
8. Interactive Experiences: Virtual Shows & Live Sketching
Visitors can enjoy virtual safaris, live art demonstrations, stamp collections by India Post, and hands-on creative sessions.
9. Storytelling, Panchatantra & Literary Dialogues
From ethical safari tales to ancient animal fables, the festival brings stories to life with dynamic narrators and writers.
10. The Big Friday Draw: Raahgir Live & RPS Siddhant Sharma
Day 2 features a powerful storytelling session by RPS Siddhant Sharma and a musical-poetic evening by youth sensation Raahgir, from 5:00–7:30 PM.