Cultural Calendar
Discover and participate in the vibrant festivals and sacred ceremonies that take place in Sikkim's monasteries throughout the year.
February 15, 2025
Bumchu Festival
Bumchu is a sacred ceremony where a 300-year-old sacred vase containing holy water is opened. The water level is believed to predict the future of Sikkim. This ancient tradition attracts pilgrims from across the Himalayan region.
August 22, 2025
Pang Lhabsol
A festival to honor Mount Khangchendzonga, the guardian deity of Sikkim. The highlight is the warrior dance performed by monks depicting the signing of the blood brotherhood treaty between Lepchas and Bhutias.
December 10, 2025
Losoong
The Sikkimese New Year celebration marking the end of harvesting season. The Black Hat Dance (Chaam) performed by monks is believed to remove evil forces and bring prosperity for the coming year.
May 23, 2025
Saga Dawa
One of the most sacred Buddhist festivals celebrating Buddha's birth, enlightenment, and parinirvana. Devotees visit monasteries, make offerings and circumambulate sacred sites.
July 12, 2025
Drukpa Tseshi
Commemorates Buddha's first sermon after his enlightenment. Special prayers and rituals are performed, and the monastery is beautifully decorated with butter sculptures and mandalas.
November 5, 2025
Lhabab Duechen
Celebrates Buddha's descent from heaven after teaching his mother. Devotees believe that on this day, the effects of positive or negative actions are multiplied ten million times.