Chhukha Tshechu
Chukha Dzong Chukha, BhutanThe Chhukha Tshechu festival in Bhutan is held at the courtyard of Chhukha dzong in Chhukha. It is held annually for three days as an offering to Guru Rinpoche. Different kinds of mask dances, traditional folk songs and dances are performed during the festival. On the third day, a Throngdroel of Guru Rinpoche is unfurled which is the highlight of the festival.
Wamrong Tshechu
Wamrong Lhakhang Trashigang, Bhutan
Trashigang Tshechu
Trashigang Dzong Trashigang, Bhutan
Black-necked Crane Festival
Phobjikha Valley Wangdi Phodrang, BhutanThe only alpine crane species in the world, the black-necked crane is considered a sacred bird in Bhutan and is celebrated every year during the Black-necked Crane Festival. The Festival is held in the courtyard of Gangtey Gonpa, located in the Phobjikha valley. This annual event aims to raise awareness and foster understanding about the significance of preserving the endangered Black-necked cranes. It also strives to reinforce the connections between conservation efforts, economic well-being, and sustainable livelihoods within the community.
Dechenphug Tshechu
Dechenphug Thimphu, BhutanThe tshechu venerates Gay Ngyen Jakpa Melen, a formidable guardian deity of Bhutan. Among the sacred dances showcased are the Zhananga Cham, Genyen Kunchaam, Shazam Cham, and Nga Cham, alongside a myriad of traditional and classical performances. A unique aspect of the festival is its exclusivity, as it is the sole day in the year when foreign visitors are granted access to Dechenphu Lhakhang.
Bird Festival
Zhemgang , BhutanZhemgang is a popular birding destination. With the Dzongkhag boundary intersecting with three protected areas – Royal Manas National Park, Jigme Singye Wangchuck National Park and Phrumsengla NationalPark, Zhemgang is home to more than 500 species of birds. This festival brings together the community and nature lovers to celebrate birds in Bhutan.
Drametse Tshechu
Thechog Ugyen Namdrol Choling Monastery Mongar, BhutanDescending Day of Lord Buddha
Country-wide , Bhutan
Zhemgang Tshechu
Zhemgang Dzong Zhemgang, BhutanThis festival takes you to Zhemgang Bhutan. This allows visitors to get close to the local community and appreciate the distinct culture of central Bhutan.
Punakha Drubchen
Punakha Dzong Punakha, BhutanIn the 17th century, Bhutan faced multiple incursions by Tibetan forces who sought a highly prized relic, the Ranjung Kharsapani. Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyel, the leader of Bhutan, successfully repelled the Tibetan invaders, and in commemoration of this victory, he instituted the Punakha Drubchen festival. Consequently, Punakha Drubchen has since become an annual celebration in Punakha Dzongkhag.
Punakha Tshechu
Punakha Dzong Punakha, BhutanImmerse yourself in Bhutan’s ancient traditions during the Punakha Tshechu festival! Held during March, this colorful celebration features mesmerizing masked dances performed by monks. Between dances, lively clowns (atsaras) entertain the crowd with jokes and antics. Don’t miss the awe-inspiring unfurling of the Thongdrol—a giant silk painting—on the festival’s final day. It’s a joyous blend of spirituality, art, and community.