Winter Carnival Manali 2026 Start Date: January 20, 2026 End Date: January 24, 2026 Address: Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India Influence: National Level Event Purpose: To boost winter tourism Organizers: DC Kullu is chairman and SDM Manali is vice-chairman with both government and non-government members Timing: Opening at 7 AM on 2nd January. Cultural and other programmes will be held between 11 AM and 10 PM daily Contact Details: 01902-254100 (O) from 10 AM to 5 PM (Or check the official website of the Manali Winter Carnival) Apply Online at https://manaliwintercarnival.co.in Main attractions of winter carnival Cultural tableaus Local cuisines Winter sports (Skiing, Snowboarding competitions etc) Winter Queen beauty pageant Voice of Carnival Folk dances Western dances Street plays Fashion shows Baby shows Magic shows Local games Games for tourists Many more Please note that Winter Carnival 2025 was delayed by 18 days and was celebrated from January 20th in place of January 02. The exact date of Carnival celebrations in 2026 are still to be decided. Important Update on 14 December 2024 NOTE: The Manali Winter Carnival 2025 is being rescheduled from January 2 to January 20. The Winter Carnival Committee announced that Winter Carnival will not be celebrated from January 2 this year, and they have written to Himachal Pradesh Chief Minister for his approval on new dates which are likely to be January 20 to 24. The dates of auditions for different programmes including Winter Queen Pageant and Voice of Carnival will be announced soon. More details are awaited. Contact +91 1902 254100 for more information. Updated on December 02, 2024 Winter Carnival 2025 from January 2 A meeting was held on Monday (December 2, 2024) under the chairmanship of Manali MLA Bhuvneshwar Gaur to discuss the preparations for the Winter Carnival 2025, scheduled to be held in
Winter Carnival Manali 2026 Start Date: January 20, 2026 End Date: January 24, 2026 Address: Manali, Himachal Pradesh, India Influence: National Level Event Purpose: To boost winter tourism Organizers: DC Kullu is chairman and SDM Manali is vice-chairman with both government and non-government members Timing: Opening at 7 AM on 2nd January. Cultural and other
Ski and Snowboard India (SSI), the governing body of winter sports in India, has been recognized as “full member” of the International Ski Federation (FIS), the apex body for international winter sports. SSI has also qualified for one vote in the International Ski Congress. The officials of Ski and Snowboard India on Wednesday received a letter from the FIS president Gian Franco Kasper and secretary general Sarah Lewis to confirm that “Ski and Snowboard India is a full member of the FIS and qualifies for one vote at the International Ski Congress.” SSI secretary general Roop Chand Negi said, “This is a proud moment for the country, especially the winter sports athletes of the country. Finally we have been recognized as a permanent member of the FIS. The skiing remains dominated by European, American and some of the Asian countries where winter games infrastructure is very strong. As more and more athletes are taking interest in winter games in India, and our government is taking winter sports seriously, we are also improving our winter sports infrastructure. For some time, we are being treated equally on international platform.” Earlier, Winter Games Federation of India (WGFI), established in 1984, was the governing body for winter sports in India. It was an affiliated member of FIS since 1988. Following many discrepancies, it remained suspended for many years. For not complying with government’s directive to conduct fresh election of the body, WGFI was de-recognized by Sports Ministry in 2018 under provisions of National Sports Development Code of India, 2011. Recognized by Indian Olympic Association, the Ski and Snowboard India (SSI) was formed as new apex body for skiing and snowboarding. “With support from the Indian Olympic Association, sports ministry and all state associations, SSI has made a clean image amongst FIS and other national
Ski and Snowboard India (SSI), the governing body of winter sports in India, has been recognized as “full member” of the International Ski Federation (FIS), the apex body for international winter sports. SSI has also qualified for one vote in the International Ski Congress. The officials of Ski and Snowboard India on Wednesday received a
With hopes for good snowfall in winters, thousands of ski lovers from across the country are enquiring about the ski courses in Manali. Meanwhile, Atal Bihari Vajpayee institute of mountaineering and allied sports (ABVIMAS) has announced skiing courses in many categories which would kick off from January 11. Temperature at ski slopes of Manali is appropriate for skiing and private ski operators are hoping for good spells of snowfall in December. The average minimum temperature of Manali is 2 degrees Celsius. Ski operators are happy that only 6 inch layer of snow at Rohtang pass is still intact even after two months of dry spell. They believe that if it snows at Solang valley, the enthusiasts would be able to ski for weeks and provide employment to many local operators. ABVIMAS deputy director Mahabir Thakur said January is the ideal month for skiing, so institute is organizing short and long term skiing courses in different categories from January 11. “Special ski courses would be conducted between January 11 and 27, February 11 and 27, March 14 and 29. Six 14-days basic courses and two intermediate skiing courses would be organized. Also, after the request of skiers, we are going to organize an advanced skiing course on Solang ski slopes,” he said. Special skiing courses are being organized for Indian Air Force, Indian Navy, NSS, Nehru Yuva Sangathan Club Chandigarh and other national institutions. At least 800 volunteers from the above institutions would take part in 10-day-long skiing and adventure activities at ABVIMAS Manali, Dharamshala, Narkanda and Hatkoti from January to April. A 21 days method of instructions skiing course is specially designed for the instructors. Thakur said that interested person from any age group can apply for these courses. Though, there are no signs of snowfall in Manali after two-month-long
With hopes for good snowfall in winters, thousands of ski lovers from across the country are enquiring about the ski courses in Manali. Meanwhile, Atal Bihari Vajpayee institute of mountaineering and allied sports (ABVIMAS) has announced skiing courses in many categories which would kick off from January 11. Temperature at ski slopes of Manali is
