Bhutan Festivals

When: Oct 02, 2025 - Oct 04, 2025

Thimphu Tshechu, one of Bhutan's most celebrated and vibrant religious festivals, takes place annually in the nation's capital, Thimphu. Held in honor of Guru Rinpoche, the Buddhist master credited with bringing Tantric Buddhism to Bhutan, this festival serves as a vivid demonstration of Bhutan's deep-rooted spiritual traditions, culture, and sense of community. It is observed over three days, typically in late September or early October, based on the Bhutanese lunar calendar.

The Haa Summer 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.

When: Nov 05, 2025 - Nov 08, 2025

Situated in the serene Bumthang Valley, Jambay Lhakhang is among Bhutan's oldest temples. Constructed in the 7th century, this ancient site stands as a testament to the nation's deep-rooted Buddhist heritage and serves as the focal point for one of Bhutan's most cherished religious celebrations – Jambay Lhakhang Drup.

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.

When: Mar 06, 2025 - Mar 08, 2025

Holding a historical significance, Punakha Drubchen Festival is celebrated to commemorate the victory of Bhutanese over the invading Tibetan armies. Upon attending the festival, tourists will not only learn about the rich culture of Bhutan but can also relive the era dating back to the 17th-century.

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.

When: Apr 08, 2025 - Apr 12, 2025

Every year on the 10th date of the second month of the Bhutanese calendar, a festival is held in the charming valley of Paro to celebrate the birth of Guru Rinpoche, a highly revered saint who spread Vajrayana Buddhism in Bhutan.

When: Jul 05, 2025 - Jul 05, 2025

Kurjey Tsechu is celebrated in the popular Kurjey Lakhang in Bumthang. People of Jakar and Kurjey villages attend the Tshechu to pay obeisance to Guru Rinpoche who brought Buddhism to Bhutan.

The Jomolhari Mountain Festival is a two-day event celebrated at the base of Mt. Jomolhari (7326 m) by the local communities that live along what could be one of the most scenic trekking routes in Bhutan.