These days the State Government organizes the “The Hampi Festival” or “Hampi Utsav” every year which includes dance, drama, music, puppet shows, processions. The idea is to 'recreate' the grandeur of the bygone era. Artists from all over India participate in this awesome festival.

For those who are fond of traditional shopping there cannot be a better place than Hampi to shop. Color, gaiety and excitement follow the long and spectacular processions which wind their way to the sounds of pipes and trumpets. All the important monuments are illuminated during important days.