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 DromchenPunakha2 to 4 March
Punakha TsechuPunakha5 to 7 March
Gom KoraTashigang1 to 3 April
Chorten KoraTashi Yangtse8 and 22 April
Paro FestivalParo4 to 8 April
Ura FestivalBumthang4 to 8 May
Kurjey FestivalBumthang30 June
Nimalung FestivalBumthang30 June to 1 July
Thimphu DrupchenThimphu22 September
Wangdi FestivalWangdiphodrang24 to 26 September
Thimphu FestivalThimphu26 to 28 September
Tamshingphala ChoepaBumthang26 to 28 September
Gangtey FestivalGangtey28 September to 1 October
Tangbi ManiBumthang29 September (evening) to 2 October
JakarBumthang23 to 27 October
Jambay Lhakhang DrupBumthang31 October (evening) to 3 November
Paker FestivalBumthang1 to 3 November
Mongar FestivalMongar21 to 24 November
Tashigang FestivalTashigang22 to 25 November
Nalakhar FestivalBumthang30 November to 2 December
Trongsa FestivalTrongsa10 to 13 December
Lhuntse FestivalLhuntse21 to 24 December

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