Festivals Of Bhutan

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Bhutan, the Land of the Thunder Dragon, pulsates with life beyond its breathtaking landscapes. Its cultural heart shines brightest during its many vibrant festivals, offering a mesmerizing glimpse into the country's soul. These unique celebrations are not just entertainment; they are deeply woven into the fabric of Bhutanese life, serving as expressions of faith, community spirit, and blessings for the year ahead. Festivals are a major part of their cultural tradition that is celebrated all over the country with a joyous spirit.


Bhutan Festival Calendar

Name Town Start Date End Date
Punakha Drubchen Punakha Feb 16, 2024 Feb 18, 2024
Punakha Tshechu Punakha Feb 19, 2024 Feb 21, 2024
Tharpaling Thongdrol Bumthang Feb 24, 2024
Thangbi Mani Bumthang Feb 25, 2024 Feb 27, 2024
Zhemgang Tshechu Zhemgang Mar 17, 2024 Mar 19, 2024
Gasa Tshechu Gasa Mar 17, 2024 Mar 19, 2024
Talo Tshechu Punakha Mar 17, 2024 Mar 19, 2024
Gomphukora Trashigang Mar 17, 2024 Mar 19, 2024
Paro Tshechu Paro Mar 21, 2024 Mar 25, 2024
Chhorten Kora Trashigang Mar 25, 2024 Apr 08, 2024
Rhododendron Festival Thimphu Apr 13, 2024 Apr 14, 2024
Domkhar Tshechu Bumthang Apr 18, 2024 Apr 20, 2024
Ura Yakchoe Bumthang Apr 20, 2024 Apr 24, 2024
Nimalung Tshechu Bumthang Jun 14, 2024 Jun 16, 2024
Kurjey Tshechu Bumthang Jun 16, 2024
Tour of the Dragon (Mountain Bike Race) Thimphu Sep 02, 2024
Thimphu Drubchen Thimphu Sep 09, 2024
Wangdue Tshechu Wangdue Phodrang Sep 11, 2024 Sep 13, 2024
Tamshing Phala Chhoepa Bumthang Sep 13, 2024 Sep 15, 2024
Thimphu Tshechu Thimphu Sep 13, 2024 Sep 15, 2024
Gangtey Tshechu Wangdue Phodrang Sep 16, 2024 Sep 18, 2024
Thangbi Mani Bumthang Sep 17, 2024 Sep 19, 2024
Thangbi Mewang Bumthang Sep 18, 2024 Sep 19, 2024
Jakar Tshechu Bumthang Oct 10, 2024 Oct 12, 2024
Chhukha Tshechu Chukha Oct 10, 2024 Oct 12, 2024
Jhomolhari Mountain Festival Thimphu Oct 14, 2024 Oct 15, 2024
Prakhar Duchhoed Bumthang Oct 18, 2024 Oct 20, 2024
Royal Highland festival (Laya) Laya Oct 23, 2024 Oct 24, 2024
Dechenphu Tshechu Thimphu Nov 03, 2024
Mongar Tshechu Mongar Nov 09, 2024 Nov 11, 2024
Trashigang Tshechu Trashigang Nov 09, 2024 Nov 11, 2024
Pemagatshel Tshechu Pemagatshel Nov 09, 2024 Nov 11, 2024
Black Necked Crane Festival Wangdue Phodrang Nov 11, 2024
Nalakhar Tshechu Bumthang Nov 15, 2024 Nov 17, 2024
Jambay Lhakhang Drup Bumthang Nov 15, 2024 Nov 18, 2024
Jambay Lhakhang Singye Cham Bumthang Nov 15, 2024
Lhuentse Tshechu Lhuentse Dec 08, 2024 Dec 10, 2024
Trongsa Tshechu Trongsa Dec 08, 2024 Dec 10, 2024
Druk Wangyel Tshechu Thimphu Dec 13, 2024
Samdrupjongkhar Tshechu Samdrup Jongkhar Dec 13, 2024 Dec 15, 2024
Nabji Lhakhang Drup Trongsa Dec 15, 2024 Dec 16, 2024

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