Banaras Lit Fest

The grand cultural and literary celebration returns in 2026, beginning with a soulful Inaugural & Curtain Raiser on January 29 at Assi Ghat, Varanasi, followed by three immersive festival days at the iconic Taj Ganges, Varanasi on January 30, 31 and February 1 2026.

With its signature blend of literature, poetry, music, cinema, art, and ideas, Banaras Lit Fest 2026 brings together some of the most influential voices of our time — writers, poets, artists, filmmakers, thinkers, scholars, and cultural leaders — to engage in meaningful conversations rooted in the spirit of Banaras.

Theme: Sight to Insight
A journey from seeing to truly understanding — where stories, traditions, and ideas shape perspectives.

📍 Venues:
• January 29, 2026 – Assi Ghat, Varanasi (Inaugural & Curtain Raiser)
• January 30–February 1, 2026 – Taj Ganges, Varanasi
📅 Dates: January 29 – February 1, 2026