17th - 31st October 2025

Indika is one of Europe’s largest festivals of Indian classical arts, taking place biennially in Liverpool. The festival offers something for everyone with an incredible mix of music and dance performance, talks, workshops and films, all of which feature both internationally renowned and British talent. 

This year INDIKA returns to Liverpool this October with a fresh, expanded lineup of events. The 15 day celebration of Indian music, dance and culture, will take place across the entire Liverpool City Region, bringing the best of Indian arts to an even wider audience.


Chiming with our 40 year anniversary, this October, the INDIKA festival will feature a programme of Indian music and dance, ranging from cutting-edge contemporary to deeply rooted traditional forms, plus yoga, poetry, storytelling and participatory activities for all the family.

Events take place across iconic Liverpool City Region venues, including The Tung Auditorium, Liverpool Philharmonic Music Room, Future Yard, The Everyman and others. 

Diwali Brunch at Bundobust, 2023
Shakir Khan, INDIKA Festival 2023

With Diwali falling on 20th October this year, our Diwali celebrations will feature as a centrepiece of this year’s INDIKA. With music, dance, food and storytelling from across India, INDIKA offers a multi-sensory experience that brings people together through culture and leaves audiences moved.


This year, we continue our mission to connect audiences with the vibrant sounds and compelling stories of India, showcasing its enduring influence on the world stage!

PROGRAMME

DOWNLOAD INDIKA 2025 PROGRAMME

ABOUT INDIKA

Milap launched INDIKA in 2012, and the festival has continued to grow ever since, with performances from artists such as Pandit Birju Maharaj, Rakesh Chaurasia, Aditi Mangaldas, Talvin Singh OBE, Lalgudi GJR Krishnan, Jayanthi Kumaresh, Priyadarsini Govind, Shashank, Rama Vaidyanathan, The Singh Twins, Mythili Prakash and Patri Satish Kumar!

INDIKA is a multi-arts festival packed full of exciting events and experiences; whether you’re an Indian music and dance aficionado, or eager to experience new art forms, there’s something for everyone to explore and enjoy.

Building on INDIKA 2023, this year’s INDIKA will continue to open up Indian Arts & Culture to everyone – from long-time fans to those discovering it for the first time. 

Harinie Jeevitha, INDIKA Festival 2023

“As Milap turns 40, this year’s INDIKA feels especially meaningful, as a celebration of how far we’ve come and a statement of where we’re headed; it’s a reflection of everything we believe Indian arts can be.

It is a space for everyone – whether you’ve grown up with these traditions or you’re discovering them for the first time –  to feel inspired, moved, and connected. I’m excited that we’re welcoming back some incredible artists loved by audiences over the years, who’ve shaped our story, while also showcasing bold, boundary-pushing work that’s shaping the future of Indian music and dance.

For me, INDIKA is where tradition meets imagination – and every performance is designed to leave a lasting impression on you. I hope you’ll join us this October for a festival of experiences that are rich in spirit, depth and meaning!”

Alok Nayak – Artistic Director of Milap

From our guestbook and reviews from 2023

“Thank you for having us, it was a wonderful audience, and we love you Milap!”
Shakir Khan, performer at INDIKA 2023

“Fantastic festival, fantastic audience, and we really really enjoyed it.”
Shahbaz Hussain

“…a splendid extravaganza celebrating the diverse facets of Indian music, dance, arts, and culture”
World Music Central

“The standard of every Milap event I have ever attended has always been unfailingly world class. I have been performing in and around Liverpool all my life and this organisation is the jewel in the City’s cultural crown beyond any doubt.”
Audience Member

“It was out of this world! We really enjoyed the performance tonight… so beautiful, and so touching.”
Audience member

Looking forward to seeing you there!

Past INDIKA events

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