UPCOMING EVENTS
UPCOMING EVENTS
Nimalung Tshechu
July 3rd - 5th
PLACE : Bumthang
This vibrant three-day festival is held at the Nimalung Dratshang in the Chumey Valley of Bumthang. A significant feature is the unfurling of a large Thangka of Guru Rinpoche, believed to cleanse the sins of those who witness it. Mask dances and cultural performances are also integral to the celebrations.
Kurjey Tshechu
July 5th
PLACE : Bumthang
A one-day auspicious festival celebrated at the sacred Kurjey Lhakhang in the Choekhor Valley of Bumthang. This temple is one of Bhutan's most holy sites, associated with Guru Rinpoche. The festival features mask dances and religious rituals.
Thimphu Drubchen
September 28th
PLACE : Thimphu
A unique festival held in the capital city, Thimphu, at the Tashichho Dzong. The Drubchen is notable for a masked dance performed to appease and protect the deity Pelden Lhamo. It's a vibrant event drawing many locals.
Thimphu Tshechu
October 2nd - 4th
PLACE : Thimphu
One of the largest and most popular festivals in Bhutan, held at the Tashichho Dzong in Thimphu. This grand event celebrates Guru Rinpoche and features numerous sacred mask dances performed by monks and laymen in elaborate costumes. It's a major cultural highlight.