Over the last 7 editions, wajid ali shah festival has explored the idiom of kathak, thumri & krishna bhakti blending it with the rich sufi traditions of awadh. Presented in many heritage locations & monuments as magnificent costume pageants through dance ballets.
Wajid ali shah festival has become a trendsetter in revitalizing the syncretic culture of the region thus adding an attractive dimension to tourism & promotion of culture, crafts & cuisine.
Wajid ali shah festivals over the years have presented holistic concerns for conserving culture and environment through innovative creative expressions.