Festivals of Bhutan
Dive into the heart of Bhutan’s unique culture by experiencing its vibrant festivals. Picture locals dressed in their finest, as monks and laypeople perform mesmerizing masked dances that are both spiritually cleansing and culturally rich.
Our Top Picks:
Thimphu Tshechu
October 2nd – 4th, 2025
Just an hour’s drive from the airport, the capital city of Thimphu comes alive with three days of symbolic mask dances, lively performances, and spiritual blessing.
Gangtey Tshechu
October 5th – 7th, 2025
A short drive from the serene Phobjikha Valley, this festival offers spiritual blessings, masked dances, and vibrant adornments.
Jakar Tshechu
October 29th – November 1st, 2025
Held within the majestic Jakar Fortress in Bumthang, this two-day festival features mesmerizing masked dances and cultural performances. Think of it as a spiritual encore!
Jambay Lhakhang Drup
November 5th – November 8th, 2025
In the heart of Central Bhutan, this festival at Jambay Lhakhang Monastery is steeped in legend. Discover fire blessings and naked dance that purifies spectators with just a glace.
Royal Highland Festival
October 23rd – 25th, 2025
At 4,000 meters above sea level in Laya, Gasa district, you’ll experience the authentic lifestyle and culture of the nomadic highlanders. Breathtaking views and exotic local products are the mains.
Black-Necked Crane Festival
November 11th, 2025
In the picturesque Gangtey Valley, this festival celebrates the arrival of the black-necked cranes with choreographed dances by local children dressed as these graceful birds. It’s cuteness overload with a cultural twist!
Druk Wangyel Tshechu
December 13th, 2025
Held at the Druk Wangyel Temple at Dochula Pass, this festival is unique as it’s performed by the Royal Bhutan Army. A fitting tribute to Bhutan’s fourth king— “The Great Fourth”— it’s a powerful display of reverence and pride.
Festivals of Bhutan, 2025
Festival Name | Location | Dates |
Punakha Drubchen | Punakha Dzong, Punakha | March 6–8, 2025 |
Punakha Tshechu | Punakha Dzong, Punakha | March 9–11, 2025 |
Tharpaling Thongdrol | Tharpaling Lhakhang, Chumi, Bumthang | March 14, 2025 |
Tangsibi Mani | Tangsibi Lhakhang, Ura, Bumthang | March 15–17, 2025 |
Chhorten Kora | Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtshe | March 14 & 29, 2025 |
Gomphukora | Gom Kora Lhakhang, Trashigang | April 5–7, 2025 |
Talo Tshechu | Talo Gonpa, Punakha | April 5–7, 2025 |
Gasa Tshechu | Gasa Dzong, Gasa | April 5–7, 2025 |
Zhemgang Tshechu | Zhemgang Dzong, Zhemgang | April 5–7, 2025 |
Paro Tshechu | Rinpung Dzong, Paro | April 8–12, 2025 (Thongdral on last day) |
Rhododendron Festival | Lamperi Botanical Park, Thimphu | April 22–24, 2025 |
Domkhar Tshechu | Domkhar, Chumi, Bumthang | May 7–9, 2025 |
Ura Yakchoe | Ura Lhakhang, Bumthang | May 9–13, 2025 |
Nimalung Tshechu | Nimalung Dratshang, Chumi, Bumthang | July 3–5, 2025 |
Kurjey Tshechu | Kurjey Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | July 5, 2025 |
Tour of the Dragon (Mountain Bike Race) | Bumthang to Thimphu | September 6, 2025 |
Thimphu Drubchen | Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu | September 28, 2025 |
Wangdue Tshechu | Wangduephodrang | September 30 – October 2, 2025 |
Tamshing Phala Chhoepa | Tamshing Lhakhang, Bumthang | October 2–4, 2025 |
Thimphu Tshechu | Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu | October 2–4, 2025 |
Gangtey Tshechu | Gangtey Gonpa, Wangduephodrang | October 5–7, 2025 (Thongdral on last day) |
Thangbi Mewang | Thangbi Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | October 7–8, 2025 |
Jakar Tshechu | Jakar Dzong, Choekhor, Bumthang | October 29 – November 1, 2025 |
Chhukha Tshechu | Chhukha Dzong, Chhukha | October 29–31, 2025 |
Dechenphu Tshechu | Dechenphu Lhakhang, Thimphu | October 31, 2025 |
Jhomolhari Mountain Festival | Dangochong, Thimphu | October 14–15, 2025 |
Prakhar Duchhoed | Prakhar Khakhang, Chumni, Bumthang | November 6–8, 2025 |
Royal Highland Festival (Laya) | Laya | October 23–24, 2025 |
Pemagatshel Tshechu | Pemagatshel Dzong, Pemagatshel | October 29 – November 1, 2025 |
Trashigang Tshechu | Trashigang Dzong, Trashigang | November 29 – December 1, 2025 |
Mongar Tshechu | Mongar Dzong, Mongar | November 28–30, 2025 |
Black Necked Crane Festival | Gangtey Gonpa, Phobjikha, Wangduephodrang | November 11, 2025 |
Nalakhar Tshechu | Ngaa Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | December 4–6, 2025 |
Jambay Lhakhang Drup | Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | November 5–8, 2025 |
Jambay Lhakhang Singye Cham | Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | December 4, 2025 |
Lhuentse Tshechu | Lhuentse Dzong, Lhuentse | December 27–31, 2025 |
Trongsa Tshechu | Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa | December 27–31, 2025 (Thongdral on last day) |
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