Bhutan festival dates 2027

Check the Bhutan festival dates 2027. If you plan visiting Bhutan then you should plan your trip coinciding with a festival in Bhutan. During the festival you will get to experience the real tradition and culture of Bhutan. Bhutan is know for a unique culture and tradition and this is the right time to experience it. Check Bhutan festival dates 2026

Bhutan festival activities you can do

We will provide you with local dress for the festival. You can wear it and witness the festival like a local. The festival ground will be filled with people dressed in bright colours. Most people will be dressed in bright coloured traditional attire. Some of the dresses people wear can be over a century old. You will enjoy mixing with the locals and taking photos.

bhutan festival dates 2017 — Mask dancers

Photography

There is nothing like going around the festival ground with a camera in your hand. You will love taking photos. This can be a great moment getting lost in the sea of colours.

Packed lunch

Have you ever experienced eating out in the open with strangers. You can do that here in Bhutan. Families come with packed lunch and eat anywhere near the festival ground. You will join a random family group and eat your packed lunch with them. This is just an option to experience something new, you can eat in restaurant if you want.

Crafts & Textiles

Furthermore, you can learn about Bhutan’s traditional arts such as weaving, wood carving, painting, and other handicrafts that reflect the country’s cultural aesthetics.

Hot Stone Baths & Archery

In addition to sightseeing, cultural tours often include experiential activities like traditional hot stone baths or trying Bhutan’s national sport, archery.

Historic Trails

Finally, some packages include short heritage walks or sections of the Trans Bhutan Trail, which passes through ancient villages, temples, and former trade routes, adding deeper historical context to your journey. Contact us

Bhutan festival dates 2027

SL No.	Festival	Place	Date
1	Lhamoi Dromchhen	Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa	11th – 13th February
2	Punakha Dromchoe	Punakha Dzong, Punakha	13th – 15th February
3	Punakha Tshechu	Punakha Dzong, Punakha	16th – 18th February
4	Tharpaling Thongdrol	Tharpaling Lhakhang, Chumi, Bumthang	20th February
5	Tangsibi Mani	Tangsibi Lhakhang, Ura Bumthang	22nd – 24th February
6	Chorten Kora	Chorten Kora, Trashiyangtse	20th February & 8th March
7	Gomphukora	Gom Kora Lhakhang, Trashiyangtse	16th – 18th March
8	Talo Tshechu	Talo Gonpa, Punakha	16th – 18th March
9	Gasa Tshechu	Gasa Dzong, Gasa	S
10	Zhemgang Tshechu	Zhemgang Dzong, Zhemgang	16th – 18th March
11	Paro Tshechu	Rinpung Dzong, Paro	18th – 22nd March (Thongdrol on last day)
12	Rhododendron Week	Shetimay, Merak, Trashigang	3rd – 9th April
13	Domkhar Tshechu	Domkhar, Chumi, Bumthang	16th – 18th April
14	Ura Yakchoe	Ura Lhakhang, Bumthang	18th – 22nd April
15	Rhododendron Festival	Lamperi Botanical Park, Thimphu	22nd – 23rd April
16	Nimalung Tshechu	Nimalung Dratshang, Chumi, Bumthang	12th – 14th June
17	Kurjey Tshechu	Kurjey Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang	14th June
18	Tour of the Dragon (Mountain Bike Race)	Bumthang to Thimphu	5th September
19	Thimphu Drubchen	Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu	5th October
20	Haa Tshechu	Lhakhang Karpo, Haa	6th – 8th November
21	Wangdue Tshechu	Wangduephodrang	8th – 10th October
22	Tamsing Phala Choepa	Tamsing Lhakhang, Bumthang	10th – 12th October
23	Thimphu Tshechu	Tashi Chhodzong, Thimphu	10th – 13th October
24	Gangtey Tshechu	Gangtey Gonpa, Wangduephodrang	13th – 15th October (Thongdrol last day)
25	Jhomolhari Mountain Festival	Dangochong, Thimphu	14th – 15th October
26	Thangbi Mewang	Thangbi Lhakhang, Choekor, Bumthang	15th – 16th October
27	Pemagatshel Tshechu	Pemagatshel Dzong, Pemagatshel	6th – 9th November (Thongdrol on last day)
28	Chhukha Tshechu	Chhukha Dzong, Chhukha	6th – 8th November
29	Dechenphu Tshechu	Dechenphu Lhakhang, Thimphu	8th November
30	Jakar Tshechu	Jakar Dzong, Choekhor, Bumthang	6th – 9th November
31	Black Necked Crane Festival	Gangtey Gonpa, Phobjikha, Wangduephodrang	11th November
32	Jambay Lhakhang Drup	Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang	14th – 17th November
33	Prakhar Duchhoed	Prakar Khakhang, Chumey, Bumthang	15th – 17th November
34	Goenpai Drupchen	Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa	3rd – 5th December
35	Mongar Tshechu	Mongar Dzong, Mongar	6th – 8th December
36	Trashigang Tshechu	Trashigang Dzong, Trashigang	7th – 9th December
37	Phuentsholing Tshechu	Phuentsholing, Chhukha	6th – 8th December
38	Jambay Lhakhang Singye Cham	Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang	13th December
39	Nalakhar Tshechu	Naa Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang	13th – 15th December
40	Druk Wangyel Tshechu	Dochula, Thimphu	13th December
41	Trongsa Tshechu	Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa	5th – 9th January 2028 (Thongdrol last day)
42	Lhuentse Tshechu	Lhuentse Dzong, Lhuentse	5th – 9th January 2028
43	Samdrupjongkhar Tshechu	Samdrupjongkhar	10th – 12th January 2028
44	Nabji Lhakhang Drup	Nabji Lhakhang, Nabji, Trongsa	12th – 14th January 2028

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – Bhutan Culture Tour Packages

What is a cultural tour in Bhutan?

A Bhutan cultural tour focuses on visiting ancient monasteries, fortresses (dzongs), heritage sites, local villages, traditional arts, festivals, and experiencing Bhutanese lifestyle, food, and customs.

Do I need a visa to visit Bhutan?

Yes. All international tourists (except Indian nationals) require a visa.
Your tour operator will process the visa once your trip is confirmed and the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF) is paid.

What is the Sustainable Development Fee (SDF)?

The SDF is a government fee paid by all tourists.

International tourists: USD 100 per night (as of current policy)
Indian tourists: Nu. 1,200 per night
This supports Bhutan’s environmental and cultural preservation.

When is the best time for a cultural tour in Bhutan?

The most popular months are:

Spring (March–May) – festivals, pleasant weather, flowers blooming
Autumn (September–November) – clear skies, ideal for sightseeing
But cultural tours can be done year-round.

What are the top cultural attractions in Bhutan?

Popular highlights include:

Tiger’s Nest Monastery (Paro)
Punakha Dzong
Trongsa Dzong
Tashichho Dzong (Thimphu)
Bumthang’s ancient temples
Local village experiences

Are cultural tours suitable for families and older travelers?

Yes. Cultural tours are mostly easy and comfortable.
Light walking is required, especially for monastery visits. Tailored itineraries can be arranged for elders or families with children.