The Tripura Pineapple Festival is a three-day celebration of the state’s golden, intensely sweet Queen Pineapple, wrapped in food, tribal art, folk music and a genuine sense of regional pride.
The 2026 edition, formally the Tripura Global Pineapple Festival, was a milestone: India’s first dedicated international pineapple festival, held from 27 to 29 June at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi.
Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026
Timed to land on World Pineapple Day, the festival was organized by Tripura’s Department of Horticulture and Soil Conservation with the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Event | Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026 |
| Dates | 27 to 29 June 2026 (World Pineapple Day) |
| Venue | Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium, New Delhi |
| Star of the show | Tripura’s GI-tagged Queen Pineapple |
What the festival is actually like
Forget dry trade-show energy. At its heart, this is a food and culture festival built around one very good fruit.
Across the three days, visitors moved between tasting counters, craft stalls and a packed cultural stage, according to the official festival program.
To taste and take home
- Fresh Queen Pineapple, sliced and served at its peak sweetness.
- Pineapple-based products and gourmet dishes, from juices and jams to value-added treats.
- Regional Tripuri food and artisanal goods from local producers and Farmer Producer Organizations.
To see and do
- Tribal art displays and intricate Tripura bamboo and cane crafts.
- Folk music and cultural evenings showcasing the Northeast’s heritage.
- Farm-to-festival storytelling, plus a dedicated student day that drew thousands of young visitors.
The opening day featured a World Pineapple Day ceremony and farmer awards, a reminder that the people behind the fruit are part of the celebration too.
Meet the Queen Pineapple
Tripura’s Queen Pineapple is the reason this festival exists, and one bite explains why.
It is a small, deep-golden variety known for low fiber and a honeyed sweetness that has earned it a Geographical Indication (GI) tag and the title of Tripura’s state fruit.
Grown in the hills of India’s Northeast, it has built a quiet fan base well beyond the region, reaching markets in the Gulf, including Dubai and Doha, as well as parts of Europe.
Tripura Pineapple Festival 2027: What to expect
If 2026 was the debut on a national stage, the next edition is shaping up to be even bigger.
The festival is backed by a multi-year state push to take the Queen Pineapple global through at least 2028, so expect more international buyers, more food and a sharper experience.
Planning for 2027
As of June 2026, official 2027 dates have not been announced yet, but here is how to plan around it.
- Watch for late-June timing: The 2026 festival was timed to World Pineapple Day on 27 June, so a future edition may land in the same window.
- Confirm the host city before booking. The inaugural 2026 international edition was held in New Delhi rather than in Tripura itself, so the host city for any future edition is not guaranteed.
- Follow the official festival site and Tripura’s Department of Horticulture and Soil Conservation for dates, registration and the program.
- Expect a similar mix each year: pineapple tastings, regional food, tribal crafts, folk performances and a buyer-seller trade forum.
The real experience is in Tripura
For the most authentic version, time a trip to Tripura itself during pineapple season, roughly June to August, when the hillsides are heavy with fruit.
The gateway is Agartala, the state capital. Most travelers fly into Maharaja Bir Bikram Airport from Kolkata, Delhi or Guwahati on carriers like IndiGo and Air India.
Compare flights to Agartala and hotels in Agartala, then build out the trip with the city’s Ujjayanta Palace and the cliff carvings at Unakoti.
For more ideas, see our guide to must-visit heritage sites across India, and how new Air India routes are improving Northeast connectivity.
Frequently Asked Questions
When and where was the Tripura Pineapple Festival 2026 held?
The Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026 ran from 27 to 29 June 2026 at the Major Dhyan Chand National Stadium in New Delhi, timed to World Pineapple Day.
What can you do at the festival?
Expect pineapple tastings and gourmet dishes, regional food and artisanal products, tribal art and bamboo crafts, and folk music and cultural performances from Tripura.
When is the Tripura Pineapple Festival 2027?
Official 2027 dates have not been announced yet. The inaugural 2026 festival was timed to World Pineapple Day on 27 June, so a future edition may fall in late June. Check official channels closer to the time.
What makes Tripura’s Queen Pineapple special?
It is a GI-tagged variety prized for its natural sweetness, low fiber and strong aroma, and it is Tripura’s official state fruit.
Sources
- Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026: Official festival website and program
- Akashvani News (Prasar Bharati): Tripura CM inaugurates Tripura Global Pineapple Festival in New Delhi
- Tripura Net: Buyer-Seller Meet at the Tripura Pineapple Global Festival
- ANI News: CM Manik Saha at Tripura Global Pineapple Festival 2026
- Northeast News: PM Modi hails Tripura Global Pineapple Festival
- North East Now: Mission Queen Pineapple launched to boost Tripura’s pineapple sector
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