Events

Your daily pulse on Thimphu: Stay updated with the latest festival dates, public service announcements, and community events across the capital.

Thimphu Tshechu

Official dates for the annual festival at Tashichho Dzong are confirmed for October. Join the community for sacred mask dances and cultural blessings. Please note that traditional formal dress is mandatory for entry.

Clean Thimphu Initiative

Join the Thimphu Thromde this Saturday at 8:00 AM for our community cleaning campaign. We will be focusing on the Wang Chhu riverside and local hiking trails. Let’s keep our capital green and clean for everyone!

Centenary Farmers Market

Open every Friday through Sunday. Visit the banks of the Wang Chhu to find the freshest organic chilies, seasonal mountain fruits, and local handicrafts sourced directly from farmers across the kingdom.

Sunday Pedestrian Day

Norzin Lam, Thimphu’s main street, is closed to vehicles every Sunday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Enjoy a safe, traffic-free environment for walking, shopping, and community interaction in the heart of the city.

Traditional Art Classes

Registration is now open for summer workshops at VAST Bhutan and the Zorig Chusum Institute. Learn the basics of traditional Bhutanese painting, weaving, and woodcarving from local master artisans.

Gelephu Mindfulness City

Stay updated on the progress of the visionary GMC project. Public briefings are held monthly at the Thimphu TechPark to share the latest updates on Bhutan’s future economic and mindfulness hub.