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
September 13th – 15th, 2024
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
September 16th – 18th, 2024
A short drive from the serene Phobjikha Valley, this festival offers spiritual blessings, masked dances, and vibrant adornments.
Jakar Tshechu
October 10th – 12th, 2024
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
September 18th – 21st, 2024
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 – 24th, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
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, 2024
SL | FESTIVAL | PLACE | Date |
1 | Punakha Drubchen | Punakha Dzong, Punakha | 16th -18th March |
2 | Punakha Tshechu | Punakha Dzong, Punakha | 19th -21th March |
3 | Tharpaling Thongdrol | Tharpaling Lhakhang, Chumi, Bumthang | 24th March |
4 | Gomphukora Kora | Fom Kora Lhakhang, Trashigang | 17th – 19 March |
5 | Talo Tshechu | Talo Gonpa, Punakha | 17th-19 March |
6 | Gasa Tshechu | Gasa Dzong, Gasa | 17th-19 March |
7 | Zhemgang Tshechu | Zhemgang Dzong, Zhemgang | 17th-19 March |
8 | Paro Tshechu | Rinpung Dzong, Paro | 20th -24th March (Thongdral on last day) |
9 | Chhorten Kora | Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtshe | 25th March & 8th April |
10 | Domkhar Tshechu | Domkhar, Chumni, Bumthang. | 18th -20th April |
11 | Ura Yakchoe | Ura Lhakhang, Bumthang | 20th -24th April |
12 | Nimalung Tshechu | Nimalung Dratshang, Chumni, Bumthang | 14th -16th June |
13 | Kurjey Tshechu | Kurjey Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | 16th June |
14 | Tour of the Dragon (Mountain Bike Race) | Bumthang to Thimphu | 2nd Sept |
15 | Thimphu Drubchen | Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu | 8th Sept |
16 | Wangdue Tshechu | Tencholing Army Ground, Wangduephodrang. | 11th -13th Sept |
17 | Tamshing Phala Chhoepa | Tamshing lhakhang, Bumthang | 13th -15th Sept |
18 | Thimphu Tshechu | Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu | 12th -14th Sept |
19 | Gangtey Tshechu | Gangtey Gonpa, Phobjikha, Wangduephodrang. | 16th -18th Sept (Thongdral on last day) |
20 | Thangbi Mani | Tangbi Lhakhang, Choekor, Bumthang | 17th -19th Sept |
21 | Jhomolhari Mountain Festival | Dangochong, Thimphu | 14th -15th Oct |
22 | Chhukha Tshechu | Chhukha Dzong, Chhukha | 10th -12th Oct |
23 | Jakar Tshechu | Jakar Dzong, Choekhor, Bumthang. | 10th -12th Oct |
24 | Jambay Lhakhang Drup | Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | 17th -21st Oct |
25 | Prakhar Duchhoed | Prakar Khakhang, Chumig, Bumthang | 18th -20th Oct |
26 | Dechenphu Tshechu | Dechenphu Lhakhang, Thimphu | 3rd Nov |
27 | Black Necked Crane Festival | Gangtey Gonpa, Phobjikha, Wangduephodrang. | 11th Nov |
28 | Mongar Tshechu | Mongar Dzong, Mongar | 9th -11th Nov |
29 | Trashigang Tshechu | Trashigang Dzong, Trashigang. | 9th -11th Nov |
30 | Jambay Lhakhang Singye Cham | Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | 15th Nov |
31 | Pemagatshel Tshechu | Pemagatshel Dzong, Pemagatshel. | 9th -11th Nov (Thongdral on last day) |
32 | Nalakhar Tshechu | Ngaa Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang | 15th -17th Nov |
33 | Druk Wangyel Tshechu | Douchula, Thimphu | 13th Dec |
34 | Trongsa Tshechu | Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa | 8th -10th Dec (Thongdral on last day) |
35 | Lhuentse Tshechu | Lhuentse Dzong, Lhuentse | 8th -10th Dec (Thongdral on last day) |
36 | Nabji Lhakhang Drup | Nabji Lhakhang, Nabji, Trongsa | 15th-16th Dec |
37 | Samdrupjongkhar Tshechu | Samdrjupjongkhar | 13th -15th Dec |
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