Bali Yatra:

Orissa is abode of Gods and people offer their gratitude by festivities. One of such festivity is Bali Yatra, which is held on the banks of Mahanadi River to celebrate the glory of early times. People of Cuttack and rest of Orissa float small boats made by cork, colored paper and barks of banana tree, in the river or water banks. Bali Yatra is held for about three-four days where people can also enjoy boating with friends and family in the starry night.

Puri Rath Yatra: Who doesn’t know how grandly Puri Rath Yatra is celebrated every year. This is a festival of Chariots of Lord Jagannath. On this Divine procession of chariots, the presiding deties of the main temple; Sri Mandira, Lord Jagannatha, Lord Balabhadra and Goddess Subhadra are taken out from the premises of temple to be adorned on the decorated heavenly looking chariots. Puri Rath Yatra is held in the beginning of the monsoon. Konark Festival: If you plan your trip in the first week of December, you can become part of lively Konark Festival, which is held an open-air auditorium with temple as backdrop. This extravaganza of dance showcases traditional dance forms of India like Bharatnatyam, Kathak, Odissi, Manipuri and renewal of ancient dance forms like "Abhinaya Chandrika" that will leave you mesmerized. Eminent dance performers are called from around the world to delight the visitors.

Kalinga Mahotsav:

This festival is one of a kind that is truly dedicated to special form of art- martial dance. Kalinga Mahotsav is celebrated at the grounds of Dhauli Stupa, the place that is thought to be the battleground where Emperor Ashok fought his last war of Kalinga. Each year this festival showcases different traditional martial dance forms from many parts of country. The specialty of this festival is that every year it opens with different choreography based on martial dance.

Parab Tribal Festival:

Parab is a month long festival of tribal people of Koraput District, Orissa. The aim of this festival is to establish it as a National Festival not only amongst localites but also foreign tourists. This tribal festival is unique, enhancing hidden art forms, culture and sports. Parab Tribal Festival promotes the rich cultural heritage of this region. The District Council of Culture of Koraput organizes Parab every year.