When: Sep 28, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025
Every autumn, the heart of Bhutan's capital comes alive with an ancient spiritual tradition that predates its more widely celebrated festival—the Thimphu Tshechu. Known as the Thimphu Drubchen, this sacred event sets the stage for days of religious devotion, masked dances, and cultural celebration.
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When: Oct 02, 2025 - Oct 04, 2025
Thimphu Tshechu is a major annual religious festival held in Bhutan’s capital to honour Guru Rinpoche, who introduced Tantric Buddhism to the country. Celebrated over three days in late September or early October, it showcases Bhutan’s spiritual traditions, culture, and community spirit.
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When: Oct 05, 2025 - Oct 07, 2025
Tucked away in the pristine Phobjikha Valley, Gangtey Tshechu is one of Bhutan’s most enchanting festivals. Held at the 17th-century Gangtey Goenpa Monastery, this annual celebration blends deep spiritual symbolism with vibrant community spirit. With mist-covered mountains, golden pastures, and the call of black-necked cranes overhead, Gangtey Tshechu offers a truly atmospheric setting for one of Bhutan’s most soul-stirring religious gatherings.
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When: Apr 07, 2025 - Apr 09, 2025
The Haa Spring Festival is a lively and uplifting celebration of traditional living-culture, nomadic lifestyles, unique Bhutanese cuisine, traditional sports and religious performances. It provides unparalleled insight into the lives and traditions of Bhutan’s nomadic herders.
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When: Dec 13, 2025 - Dec 13, 2025
Druk Wangyel Tshechu is held in honour of his majesty Jigme Singye Wangchuck and the Royal Bhutan Army for a successful military operation in which Indian militants hiding in the southern regions of Bhutan were successfully flushed out in December 2003.
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When: Jul 03, 2025 - Jul 05, 2025
Nimalung Tshechu is a 3-days festival, and it is started with the usual chams and dances performed in other dzongkhags but on the final day, people are blessed with the display of Guru Tshengye Thongdrol in the morning.
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"Beyond spiritual affairs, Tshechu is a celebration of community, camaraderie, and shared Bhutanese identity. Families come together, dressed in their finest traditional attire, to enjoy the festivities. It's a time of joy, feasting, and dancing, fostering a strong sense of unity and belonging among the Bhutanese people"
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