Phuentsholing Tsechu
Phuentsholing · Western Bhutan
Phuentsholing Tsechu festival commenced in recent years following the establishment of Dratsang, the central monastic body unit. The Bhutan festival showcases mask dances and folk performances by the local monastic community and students from Phuentsholing schools. It is an annual holiday for Phuentsholing schools and government institutes, drawing a significant attendance, including many Indians from neighboring areas.
- Where
- Phuentsholing
- Lasts
- 3 days
- Usually held
- December or November
- Region
- Western Bhutan
About the festival
Why the Tsechu festival is popular in Phuentsholing
It is an annual holiday for Phuentsholing schools and government institutes, drawing a significant attendance, including many Indians from neighboring areas.
When does it happen?
It’s in Nov – December.
Phuentsholing Tsechu festival
Phuentsholing Tsechu festival commenced in recent years following the establishment of Dratsang, the central monastic body unit. The festival showcases mask dances and folk performances by the local monastic community and students from Phuentsholing schools. It is an annual holiday for Phuentsholing schools and government institutes, drawing a significant attendance, including many Indians from neighboring areas.
All dates
| Year | Dates | Days | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 8–10 Dec | 3 | Held |
| 2025 | 28–30 Nov | 3 | Held |
| 2026 | 17–19 Nov | 3 | Confirmed |
| 2027 | 6–8 Dec | 3 | Confirmed |
Dates follow the lunar calendar and are set by the monastery or local community, usually a year ahead. We re-check them with our local office each season.

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