The Best Things To Do In Delhi This December: Art, Craft, Food, And Festive Finds

December in Delhi comes alive with a vibrancy that’s impossible to miss – winter sun, buzzing cultural fairs, festive markets, and a city overflowing with creativity. This is the time when heritage meets

modern craft, independent businesses take centre stage, and food festivals transform evenings into flavour-filled adventures. Whether you’re an art lover, a craft enthusiast, or someone simply seeking the season’s best experiences, Delhi’s cultural calendar this week offers something for every mood.

Here’s your curated guide to the top events happening across the capital.

Handicrafts & Heritage Week at The Kunj

Celebrating India’s timeless craftsmanship, Handicrafts & Heritage Week by Haath Ka Bana brings together master artisans from across the country for a week of demonstrations, workshops, and immersive craft interactions. From Tarkashi and Chamba Rumal to Palm Leaf Engraving, Pattachitra, Sujani, and Sikki craft, the event offers a rare opportunity to watch age-old techniques unfold in real time. Visitors can explore Cheriyal Painting, Chitrakathi storytelling, Kite Making, Leather Puppetry, Aipan, and the delicate charm of Chamba Rumal embroidery. Highlights include a dedicated Kalp Kosh zone, food and beverage stalls, Cheriyal mask-making sessions, and an experiential showcase on Kannauj perfumery. The final day features Sanjhi paper-cutting by Mohan Kumar, rounding off a week that beautifully honours India’s handmade legacy.

Venue: The Kunj, Vasant Kunj | Dates: December 8-14

Master Creation 2 at Dilli Haat

Dilli Haat’s Master Creation 2 celebrates India’s finest artisans – Padma Awardees, Shilp Gurus, and National Awardees – through a curated exhibition of master-level craftsmanship. Visitors can watch live demonstrations, interact with veteran craftspersons, and discover traditional techniques first-hand. The fair also features cultural evenings showcasing performing arts and GI-tagged crafts, spotlighting the diversity of India’s creative ecosystem. With active support from the Ministry of Textiles and recent visits by top officials, the event is designed to promote sustainability, empower artisans, and offer buyers unique, collectable pieces.

Venue: INA Market, Dilli Haat | Dates: December 8-14

98th Annual All India Art Exhibition

A cornerstone of the national art calendar, the 98th Annual All India Art Exhibition by AIFACS brings together a powerful selection of artworks chosen through a competitive national process. Paintings, sculptures, mixed-media works, and contemporary expressions fill the galleries, representing the creativity of artists from across India. It’s an ideal stop for art collectors, culture seekers, and anyone looking to explore the country’s evolving artistic landscape in a deeply curated setting.

Venue: AIFACS Galleries, Rafi Marg | Dates: December 9-24

The Feast by Women Listed

A first-of-its-kind festival celebrating women-led brands, The Feast brings together 100+ homegrown F&B and lifestyle businesses built by women entrepreneurs. Curated by Women Listed, founded by Meeta Gutgutia, the event blends discovery, community, and creativity under one vibrant space. Expect artisanal workshops, DIY zones, flavour-led experiences, cocktail-mixing sessions, and product launches. A spotlight panel featuring leading entrepreneurs – including Dinika Bhatia Dey (Nutty Gritties), Suchali Jain (Suchali’s Artisan Bakehouse), and Minakshi Singh (Sidecar) adds industry insight. With live music by Roohani Band and collaborations with FICCI FLO, COWE, and others, it’s the ultimate festive marketplace to support women-founded brands.

Venue: The Pavilion, Chattarpur | Date: December 19

National Street Food Festival

For food lovers, the National Street Food Festival is a winter tradition. Back for its 15th edition, the festival brings over 500 street vendors to one buzzing arena, offering authentic regional flavours from across India and beyond. Competitions such as Biryani Battle, Chaat Dhamal, and Chai Junction keep the excitement high, while performances by Kailash Kher, MC Square, and KhullarG turn evenings into festive concerts.

Venue: Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium | Dates: December 12-15

Sapiens by IndiGalleria

One of the most talked-about openings this season, Sapiens has drawn Delhi’s art community in full force. Featuring 17 leading contemporary Indian artists, the exhibition – curated by Aakshat Sinha and Harmandeep Keerti – explores human stories through emotion, memory and cultural expression. With several artists present at the opening and engaging in conversations around technique, materiality and artistic evolution, Sapiens stands out as a deeply reflective and evocative experience.

Venue: Kalamkar, Bikaner House | Date: December 5-14