Maya Bazaar is India’s largest in-person inclusive marketplace, a safe and vibrant space that celebrates diverse identities and empowers communities.
Launched in 2021 by the team at Road to Utopia, a queer feminist DEI consulting firm, Maya Bazaar began as a platform for business owners, artists, and performers from the LGBTQIA+ community to amplify visibility, uplift livelihoods, and create spaces of empathy and respect. Over the years, it has evolved into a festival where queer, DBA, and other marginalised communities, along with allies, showcase their work directly to audiences with love.
This year’s marketplace will feature 150+ stalls by entrepreneurs from diverse communities and allies, alongside performances by 50+ artists on the Maya Manch, including drag, dance, and music. A highlight will be a headline act by Wild Wild Women, India’s first all-woman hip hop collective.
With previous editions in Goa, Shimla, and Bangalore, Maya Bazaar continues to grow as a cultural movement that merges community, creativity, and commerce.
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How To Reach Bengaluru
1. By Air: You can reach Bengaluru via air at Bengaluru International Airport, which is located at a distance of 40 km from the city.
2. By Rail: Bengaluru Railway Station is located in the heart of the city. Various trains from all over India come to Bengaluru, including the Mysore Express from Chennai, Karnataka Express from Delhi and Udyan Express from Mumbai, which covers many major cities in between.
3. By Road: The city is connected to various other cities via major national highways. Buses from neighbouring states run on a regular basis to Bengaluru, and Bengaluru Bus Stand also runs various buses to major cities in South India.
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1. Woolens. Bengaluru is pleasantly cold, with temperatures ranging from 19°C-25°C.
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4. COVID packs: Hand sanitiser, extra masks and a copy of your vaccination certificate are things you should keep handy.
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