Fireflies Festival 2025: 7 must-visit spots near Mumbai to catch Nature’s light show

Khushboo Ali

Mumbaikars, ready for nature’s glow party? Catch the enchanting Kajwa Mahotsav (Fireflies Festival 2025) at these seven places just a short drive away. Immerse yourself in lush forests, sparkling waterfalls, and starry campsites glowing with nature’s twinkling lanterns!

Rajmachi Fireflies Festival

Get ready for a magical night at Rajmachi! Watch fireflies light up the Sahyadri Hills, play with these glowing little wonders, and enjoy stargazing while camping under the stars, a truly unforgettable nature show!

Distance from Mumbai- 330 km (approx.)

When- Till June 22, 2025

Karjat Fireflies Festival

Experience nature’s own light show at Karjat, one of the best spots near Mumbai to witness thousands of glowing fireflies dance in the dark. A magical escape just a few hours away!

Distance from Mumbai- 63 km (approx.)

When- Till June 22, 2025

Bhandardara Fireflies Festival

Witness thousands of twinkling fireflies light up the night sky in a breathtaking pre-monsoon spectacle at Bhandardara. Perfect for stargazing and unforgettable adventures!

Distance from Mumbai- 165 km (approx.)

When- Till June 14, 2025

Sandhan Valley Fireflies Festival

Explore Sandhan Valley's secret spectacle! As dusk falls, this Sahyadri canyon comes alive with dancing fireflies, creating a magical glow-in-the-dark wonderland, ideal for stargazing and wilderness camping.

Distance from Mumbai- 180 km (approx.)

When- Till June 21, 2025

Purushwadi Fireflies Festival

Purushwadi’s Fireflies Festival is a glowing legend that’s been famous for years. Come see the magic for yourself and experience this enchanting natural light show in all its live, sparkling glory!

Distance from Mumbai- 186 km 9approx.)

When- Till June 22, 2025

Prabalmachi Fireflies Festival

Imagine camping under a starry sky, cool breeze brushing by, and the forest around you lit up by thousands of glowing fireflies. That’s the magical vibe of the Fireflies Festival at Prabalmachi, nature’s own fairy-tale!

Distance from Mumbai- 52 km (approx.)

When- Till June 15, 2025

Kalsubai Fireflies Festival

Experience nature's fairy lights at the Kalsubai Fireflies Festival! Sleep under starry skies as thousands of twinkling fireflies create a magical forest glow, a breathtaking spectacle you'll remember forever!

Distance from Mumbai- 153 km (approx.)

When- Till June 21, 2025

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