Dasara, also known as Vijayadashami, is a major festival in Karnataka that celebrates the victory of good over evil. It is typically celebrated in September or October.

The Karaga festival is celebrated in Karnataka to honor the goddess Draupadi, the wife of the Pandavas in the epic Mahabharata.

The Hampi Festival is known for its colorful processions and performances of traditional folk arts, including dance, music, and theater.

The Mysore Dasara festival is famous for its grand procession of elephants, which is a major highlight of the event.

Ugadi is the festival that marks the beginning of the harvest season in Karnataka. It is typically celebrated in March or April.

Makar Sankranti is a festival celebrated in Karnataka to mark the winter solstice, which is the day with the shortest period of daylight.

Kambala is a traditional bullock cart race that is held in Karnataka, typically during the monsoon season.

The Yellamma Jatre festival is known for its grand procession of chariots, which carry the idols of the goddess Yellamma.

Ganesh Chaturthi is a festival celebrated in Karnataka to honor the god Ganesha, who is known as the remover of obstacles.

Diwali is a festival celebrated in Karnataka to mark the victory of good over evil and the return of Lord Rama to Ayodhya after 14 years of exile.

Pongal is a festival celebrated in Karnataka that is known for its traditional dance performances and colorful rangoli designs.

The Pattadakal Dance Festival is known for its cultural program featuring classical music and dance performances.

Basava Jayanti is a festival celebrated in Karnataka to mark the birth anniversary of Basavanna, a 12th-century social reformer and philosopher.

Nag Panchami is a festival celebrated in Karnataka to pay respect to ancestors and seek their blessings.

Vallam Kali is a traditional boat race that is held in Karnataka, typically during the monsoon season.