BHUTAN’S CULTURE, SPIRITUALITY & JOURNEYS
Festivals, Religious Events & Pilgrimage Journeys
Discover Bhutan’s vibrant festivals, meaningful religious events and spiritual journeys. Find experiences, explore practical information and let us help you plan your journey.
Discover Our Three Services
Celebrate, practise and travel — Bhutan Pilgrimage brings Bhutan’s festivals, religious events and spiritual journeys together.
Festivals of Bhutan
Discover Tshechus, regional festivals, cultural celebrations and traditional events across Bhutan.
Choeshey
Explore Buddhist teachings, religious gatherings, blessings, pujas and meaningful spiritual activities.
Goensho Neykor
Plan comfortable, thoughtful pilgrimage journeys for yourself, your family or your elderly parents.
What Is Happening Across Bhutan?
Discover 12, Upcoming and Expire Events
Upcoming Festivals & Events
Black Necked Crane Festival 2026
Black Necked Crane Festival — Gangtey Gonpa, Phobjikha, Wangduephodrang, Bhutan. Date personally confirmed by the Bhutan Pilgrimage site administrator on
Goenpai Drupchen 2026
Goenpai Drupchen — Trongsa Dzong, Trongsa, Bhutan. Date personally confirmed by the Bhutan Pilgrimage site administrator on 10 November 2026.
Mongar Tshechu 2026
Mongar Tshechu — Mongar Dzong, Mongar, Bhutan. Date personally confirmed by the Bhutan Pilgrimage site administrator on 10 November 2026.
Phuntsholing Tshechu 2026
Phuntsholing Tshechu — Phuntsholing, Chhukha, Bhutan. Date personally confirmed by the Bhutan Pilgrimage site administrator on 10 November 2026.
Trashigang Tshechu 2026
Trashigang Tshechu — Trashigang Dzong, Trashigang, Bhutan. Date personally confirmed by the Bhutan Pilgrimage site administrator on 10 November 2026.
Jambay Lhakhang Singye Cham 2026
Jambay Lhakhang Singye Cham — Jambay Lhakhang, Choekhor, Bumthang, Bhutan. Date personally confirmed by the Bhutan Pilgrimage site administrator on
Explore Festivals by Type
Regional Festivals
Distinctive celebrations that bring together communities across Bhutan’s regions.
Village Festivals
Smaller, locally cherished festivals that preserve the customs and identity of individual villages.
Seasonal Celebrations
Celebrations connected with the agricultural calendar, changing seasons and important times of the year.
Traditional Festivals
Traditional gatherings, cultural practices, performances and community observances passed down through generations.
Modern Festivals & Events
Contemporary festivals, public celebrations and new events taking place across Bhutan.
Found a Festival? Let Us Help You Get There
Once you find an event you would like to attend, we can help you explore practical travel arrangements.
For Bhutanese Travellers
Plan your journey to festivals and cultural events around the country.
For International & Regional Visitors
Get help exploring transport, accommodation, meals and event travel arrangements.
Discover Religious Events
Choeshey brings together opportunities to learn, participate and connect with Bhutan’s living Buddhist traditions.
Buddhist Teachings
Learn from Buddhist masters through teachings, talks and opportunities for study.
Empowerments & Blessings
Discover opportunities to receive wang, blessings and traditional Buddhist transmissions.
Puja & Prayer Ceremonies
Find pujas, prayers and devotional ceremonies held at temples and monasteries.
Religious Gatherings
Explore community religious gatherings, drupchens and shared spiritual observances.
Meditation & Retreats
Explore meditation programmes, contemplative practice and spiritual retreats.
Special Spiritual Occasions
Discover special religious occasions and meaningful events in Bhutan’s Buddhist calendar.
Need Help Attending an Event?
Tell us which festival or religious event you hope to attend. We can help organise the practical details so you can focus on enjoying the experience.
Our event travel support can include:
- Transport and local transfers
- Accommodation and meals
- Local guidance and event arrangements
- A complete trip planned around your chosen event
Make an Event Travel Enquiry
GOENSHO NEYKOR
Meaningful Pilgrimage Journeys, Planned with Care
Explore Bhutan’s sacred places through comfortable, thoughtful and spiritually meaningful journeys.
- Personalised journey planning
- Flexible itineraries
- Family-friendly arrangements
- Consideration for elderly travellers
- Help with transport and accommodation enquiries
- Time for rest and reflection
Discover the Stories Behind the Journey
Read practical guides, cultural insights and stories to help you understand Bhutan and plan with confidence.
Athang Tsho, the Lhatsho of the Peling Tradition
Thangbi Mani (Mewang) Festival 2027
Dagana Dzong, The Last Dzong Built by Zhabdrung
Your Journey Starts With Discovery
01 · Discover
Browse festivals, religious events and pilgrimage ideas.
02 · Explore
Read event details, practical information and relevant guides.
03 · Enquire
Tell us what interests you and what support you need.
04 · Plan Together
Discuss your requirements and explore suitable arrangements.
Submitting an enquiry does not confirm a booking. Arrangements are discussed and confirmed separately.
Bringing Culture, Spirituality, and Travel Together
One place to discover
Explore cultural festivals, religious events and pilgrimage ideas in one platform.
More informed planning
Access useful details and practical guides before deciding to travel.
Flexible travel enquiries
Explain your requirements rather than fitting into a rigid booking package.
Journeys for different needs
Plan for yourself, your family, a group or elderly parents.
Start Planning Your Bhutan Journey
Whether you are interested in a festival, a religious event or a pilgrimage, tell us what you have in mind.
