Plan Your Bhutan Festival Journey
Bhutan’s vibrant festivals are among the most extraordinary cultural experiences in the Himalayas. From sacred masked dances and colorful traditional attire to centuries-old Buddhist rituals, each festival offers a unique glimpse into the spiritual heart of the kingdom.
Plan your Bhutan festival journey with ease by exploring festival dates across the country. Whether you wish to witness the grandeur of the famous Paro Tshechu, the spiritual atmosphere of Thimphu Tshechu, or the authentic local celebrations in remote valleys, we can help you choose the perfect festival experience based on your travel dates and interests.
Our team can also recommend the most popular and culturally significant festivals in Bhutan and customize your itinerary around them for a truly unforgettable journey.
Festivals Dates
Festival-focused journeys follow fixed schedules tied to specific event dates, making availability limited. To secure your preferred experience and travel dates, it’s advisable to plan and book well in advance.
June 2026
24
Kurjey Tshechu
Kurjey Lhakhang, Choekhor,Bumthang
September 2026
05
Tour of the Dragon (Mountain Bike Race)
Bumthang to Thimphu
17
Thimphu Drubchen
Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu
19 – 21
Haa Tshechu
Lhakhang Karpo, Haa
19 – 21
Wangdue Tshechu
Wangduephodrang
21 – 23
Tamshing Phala Chhoepa
Tamshing Lhakhang, Bumthang
21 – 23
Thimphu Tshechu
Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu
24 – 26
Gangtey Tshechu
Gangtey Gonpa, Wangduephodrang
26 – 27
Thangbi Mewang
Thangbi Lhakhang, Choekor, Bumthang
October 2026
18 – 21
Pemagatshel Tshechu
Pemagatshel Dzong, Pemagatshel
14 – 15
Jomolhari Mountain Festival
Dangochong, Thimphu
19 – 21
Chhukha Tshechu
Chhukha Dzong, Chhukha
18 – 21
Jakar Tshechu
Jakar Dzong, Choekhor, Bumthang.
21
Dechenphu Tshechu
Dechenphu Lhakhang, Thimphu
26 – 29
Jambay Lhakhang Drup
Jambay Lhakhang, Bumthang
27 – 29
Traakar Duchhoed
Traakar Khakhang, Chumni, Bumthang
November 2026
11
Black Necked Crane Festival
Gangtey Gonpa, Phobjikha, Wangduephodrang.
14 – 16
Goenpai Drupchen
Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa
17 – 19
Mongar Tshechu
Mongar Dzong, Mongar
17 – 19
Phuentsholing Tshechu
Phuentsholing, Chhukha
18 – 20
Trashigang Tshechu
Trashigang Dzong, Trashigang.
24
Jambay Lhakhang Singye Cham
Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang
24 – 26
Nalakhar Tshechu
Ngaa Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang
December 2026
13
Druk Wangyel Tshechu
Douchula, Thimphu
17 – 21
Trongsa Tshechu
Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa
17 – 21
Lhuentse Tshechu
Lhuentse Dzong, Lhuentse
22 – 24
Samdrup Jongkhar Tshechu
Samdrup Jongkhar
24 – 26
Nabji Lhakhang Drup
Nabji Lhakhang, Nabji, Trongsa
Feburary 2027
11 – 13
Lhamoi Dromchhen
Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa
13 – 15
Punakha Dromchoe
Punakha Dzong, Punakha
16 – 18
Punakha Tshechu
Punakha Dzong, Punakha
20
Tharpaling Thongdrol
Tharpaling Lhakhang, Chumi, Bumthang
22 – 24
Tangsibi Mani
Tangsibi Lhakhang, Ura Bumthang
02 – 06
Chhorten Kora
Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtshe
March 2027
08
Chhorten Kora
Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtshe
16 – 18
Gomphukora
Gom Kora Lhakhang, Trashiyangtshe
16 – 18
Talo Tshechu
Talo Gonpa, Punakha
16 – 18
Gasa Tshechu
Gasa Dzong, Gasa
16 – 18
Zhemgang Tshechu
Zhemgang Dzong, Zhemgang
18 – 22
Paro Tshechu
Rinpung Dzong, Paro