2026 Festival Calendar
Bhutan’s festival calendar is a vibrant expression of its spiritual and cultural heritage. Throughout the year, communities across Bhutan come alive with tshechus – colorful religious festivals held in monasteries and dzongs, featuring masked dances, traditional music, and communal celebrations. These festivals are not only sacred rites but also important social gatherings that bring families and villages together. In addition, Bhutan also celebrates nature through festivals such as the Black Necked Crane or the Rhododendron festivals. From the grand Paro Tshechu in spring to the intimate Haa Summer Festival and the unique nomadic festivals of the north, Bhutan’s festivals offers visitors wide ranging options to experience and get insights into living traditions and timeless values that define Bhutan. You can download the festival calendar for 2026 here. Visit some of our tours here and let us know if you would like to plan your holidays around a specific festival.
Unlock Bhutan’s Secrets: Inspired by Ed, Guided by Us!!!
It has been almost six months since Ed Sheeran made history in Bhutan, and the echoes of his groundbreaking concert still resonate. On January 24, 2025, Thimphu’s Changlimithang Stadium, typically a hub for archery and football, transformed into a vibrant concert arena as Ed Sheeran became the first international artist to perform in Bhutan as a part of his Mathematics tour. The landmark event set a precedent, proving Bhutan’s unique approach to global engagement. Reflecting Bhutan’s “Gross National Happiness” philosophy, tickets were exceptionally affordable, starting at approximately $10 (Nu 860), which sold out within hours. While the stadium’s usual capacity is around 15,000, organisers successfully expanded the venue with temporary stands to accommodate an astounding 23,000 fans. This drew a diverse crowd, not only from across Bhutan but also from neighbouring India, Nepal, and beyond, all eager to witness this historic occasion. The energy was palpable even before Sheeran took…