Events in Kolkata in December 2026
Kolkata event dates for December 2026 are still being announced. Start with the planning leads and the city guide below — the lineup firms up closer to December.
Kolkata's December 2026 lineup is still being announced — planning leads below.
By TripSapien · Updated May 20, 2026
Sourced events
Dates for this month are still being announced. Start with the planning leads below, or build the rest of your visit from the city guide.
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Add your dates and we'll build the rest of your trip around these events — every place checked for closures and booking needs.
Planning leads
Early leads on events still lining up. Exact dates and details firm up closer to your trip.
- Dec 1 - Dec 31
KIFF
The Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) takes place from 15 December to 22 December every year at 4PM.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: seasonal calendar
- Dec 15 - Dec 22
Kolkata International Film Festival (KIFF) 2026
The annual Kolkata International Film Festival showcasing a diverse range of films from India and around the world, held at multiple venues across Kolkata starting at 4 PM daily.
Planning lead · details firm up closer in · Source: festival research
Holidays, observances & long weekends
Holiday and observance schedules can affect services and venue hours; confirm each place directly.
- Christmas Day · publicDec 25
- Long weekendDec 25–Dec 27
Holiday data: date-holidays (ISC/CC-BY-3.0).
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Turn these December events into a full Kolkata plan, every place checked for closures, limited hours, and booking needs on your dates.