Festivals
Chandigarh is known for making festivals with the great zeal and enthusiasm. The Festival of Gardens popularly known as Rose Festival is celebrated at Rose Garden in the month of February end or beginning of March. Initially called the Rose Festival it intended to encourage people to stroll through the Rose Garden and enjoy the sight of the blooms. Each year the festival grew: now it includes performances of music and dance, both classical and folk, flower shows, events for children, exhibitions by local artists, photographers and craftsman and a wide range of amusements. Since 1997 it is known as the Festival of Gardens and is included on the national calendar of festivals. The city pulls out all the stops for this celebration, reminiscent of ancient India's Vasant Utsav in honor of spring.

The Cactus Show is celebrated at the Cactus Garden in Panchkula in the month of March. Its almost 7 kms. from Sector 17 in Chandigarh.

Major festivals in the area
Rose Festival
Cactus Show
Baisakhi
Mango Festival
Teez Festival
Chrysanthemum Show
Plaza Carnival
Chandigarh Carnival