Design Calendar is Buzzing in 2025,
Here Are the Events to Bookmark
2024 was the year design went mainstream and 2025 is the year it breaks categories. No longer confined to architecture or graphic studios, design in India now lives on every screen, shelf, and storefront. From indie zine-makers to global UI/UX strategists, from textile archivists to packaging disruptors, the country’s creative scene is louder, sharper, and more future-facing than ever.
And the events are catching up. This year, India’s design calendar is packed with festivals, fairs, conferences, and workshops that celebrate not just aesthetics, but systems thinking, sustainability, and storytelling.
Whether you’re a design student, studio founder, brand manager, or just someone who thinks about how things look and feel, here’s where you should be in 2025:
Raw Collaborative (August 2025, Ahmedabad)
Hosted at the iconic Mill Owner’s Building designed by Le Corbusier, this is a celebration of indigenous materials, slow design, and craft-led innovation. If you’re into handmade meets high-concept, Raw Collaborative will make your Pinterest board come alive.
Kyoorius Designyatra (September 2025, Goa)
One of the most respected creative conferences in Asia, Kyoorius brings together legends of advertising, digital design, branding, and communication. This year’s lineup is still under wraps, but expect experts from Pentagram, Google, and homegrown icons like Codesign and Studio Sama. The talks are inspiring, and the Goa sunsets make it even better.
India UX Conference (September 2025, Hyderabad)
UXINDIA 2025 is all about pushing the boundaries of what it means to be a designer today. With a sharp focus on design-led entrepreneurship, this year’s edition encourages creatives to think like leaders, innovators, and changemakers.
IHGF Delhi Fair (October 2025, Delhi NCR)
A first-of-its-kind B2B showcase for Indian product, fashion, and industrial design. Imagine an export-ready design fair made for Indian brands. A celebration of what “Made in India” means now, which is, bold, smart, global.
DesignUp Conference (November 2025, Bangalore)
A newer addition but quickly gaining ground, BDW focuses on tech, UI/UX, product design, and spatial thinking. With Bengaluru’s startup ecosystem booming, the vibe is young, fast, and experimental. Also expect meetups on AI in design, typography labs, and Figma FOMO.
Which One’s for You? (September 2025, Hyderabad)
Looking to hire a studio? Attend the expo zones at India Design ID or Raw Collaborative.
Want to grow your skills? Try workshops at Bangalore Design Week or Pune Design Festival.
Into branding, motion, or art direction? Go vibe at Design Fabric Fest or Kyoorius.
Want to grow your skills? Try workshops at Bangalore Design Week or Pune Design Festival.
Into branding, motion, or art direction? Go vibe at Design Fabric Fest or Kyoorius.
Design in India is no longer an afterthought, it’s leading the cultural and commercial conversation. So pack your laptop, sketchbook, and curiosity, 2025 is almost over, there’s still time to get inspired.
Want help showcasing your brand at one of these events?
Our team at Kabir Kashyap Design Co. can help you conceptualize, brand, and build your showcase, whether it’s a booth, an activation, or a campaign that lives beyond the venue.
Our team at Kabir Kashyap Design Co. can help you conceptualize, brand, and build your showcase, whether it’s a booth, an activation, or a campaign that lives beyond the venue.
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