Festivals in Tibet have a profound connection to the life and culture of Tibetans. They are more than celebrations of past events or history files! Festivals in Tibet define the spirituality and hearts of locals who are cherishing and treasuring their traditions. Tibetan festival dates, events and calendar table shows more depth study for any interested.

The Tibetan festivals are set considering the lunar calendar, so travellers need to check the event before planning their trip if they wish to attend any of these celebrations. The Tibetan culture is unique and rich in stories to tell to those interested in exploring new cultures. We also great group and private trips for Mount. Everest if you are interested.

The list below presents the most important festivals that take place in Tibet, but there are many other festivals celebrated by Tibetans, each of them having its own special meaning. We decided to underline the celebrations and events we believe to be the most important.

Adventures in Tibet usually include tour packages in Tibetan areas including tours in Amdo and Kham, so we focused on the festivals that take place in Tibet.

If you want to know more about local events and Tibetan festival dates, as well as the dates and locations to attend them, you just need to contact us and we’ll put together the best festival tour package for you. Also, check our group tours for sharing your Tibet tour costuming the travellers.

Tibetan Festival Calendar Table

Festivals	Events	Year 2024
Tibetan New Year	Tibetans in Tibet, Bhutan, Nepal, India are traditionally celebrate the holiday on various dates depending on location.	Feb. 10
The Monlam Prayer Festival	As the greatest religious festival in Tibet, thousands of monks perform religious rituals. Check the Tour	Feb. 24-Mar. 7
Saga Dawa Festival	Mt. Kailash is the most sacred mountain in Tibet. Check the tour.	May. 23
Shaman’s Festival	It is a folk religious activity diminishing ailments, misfortunes and draughts to induce much happiness to all sentient beings. Check the trip.	Aug. 2-Aug. 10
Shoton Festival	Tibetan traditional dances like Tashi Sholpa, Tropa and Lhamo operas held. Check the trip.	August 4
Litang Horse Racing Festival	The summer Litang Horse Festival occurs in Khampa community all over the Tibetan Plateau. Check the tour.	Jul. 28-Aug. 7
Palden Lhamo Duechen	A festival honouring Gelugpa sect protector namely Palden Lhamo.	Nov. 7
Ganden Ngachoe Festival	Ganden Ngachoe is the death anniversary of the Master Tsongkapa on October 25th, 1419 (Tibetan Lunar). Check this tour.	Dec. 7

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