Bhutan’s festivals, known as Tsechus, are a vibrant celebration of its rich cultural heritage and religious traditions. These festivals offer a unique opportunity to witness colorful masked dances, religious rituals, and local festivities. Some of the most renowned Tsechus that tourists can experience include the Paro Tsechu, held in the Paro Valley, and the Thimphu Tsechu, celebrated in the capital city of Thimphu.
Tentative time table for Festival Dates for 2020
Punakha Dromchen | Punakha | 2 to 4 March |
Punakha Tsechu | Punakha | 5 to 7 March |
Gom Kora | Tashigang | 1 to 3 April |
Chorten Kora | Tashi Yangtse | 8 and 22 April |
Paro Festival | Paro | 4 to 8 April |
Ura Festival | Bumthang | 4 to 8 May |
Kurjey Festival | Bumthang | 30 June |
Nimalung Festival | Bumthang | 30 June to 1 July |
Thimphu Drupchen | Thimphu | 22 September |
Wangdi Festival | Wangdiphodrang | 24 to 26 September |
Thimphu Festival | Thimphu | 26 to 28 September |
Tamshingphala Choepa | Bumthang | 26 to 28 September |
Gangtey Festival | Gangtey | 28 September to 1 October |
Tangbi Mani | Bumthang | 29 September (evening) to 2 October |
Jakar | Bumthang | 23 to 27 October |
Jambay Lhakhang Drup | Bumthang | 31 October (evening) to 3 November |
Paker Festival | Bumthang | 1 to 3 November |
Mongar Festival | Mongar | 21 to 24 November |
Tashigang Festival | Tashigang | 22 to 25 November |
Nalakhar Festival | Bumthang | 30 November to 2 December |
Trongsa Festival | Trongsa | 10 to 13 December |
Lhuntse Festival | Lhuntse | 21 to 24 December |