Apr 27, 2025

6 Northeast India’s Most Colorful Festivals

Anushka Roy Choudhary

Hornbill Festival (Nagaland)

It’s a magnificent celebration of Naga culture, with all 16 tribes coming together to showcase their traditional dances, music, crafts, and food.

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Bihu (Assam)

The festival sees people indulging in traditional dances like Bihu, and women wear vibrant Assamese attire.

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Durga Puja (Tripura)

The local celebrations often feature intricately designed pandals (temporary structures), with the beauty of the statues.

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Mopin Festival (Arunachal Pradesh)

The Mopin Festival is celebrated by the Galo community of Arunachal Pradesh. It’s a festival dedicated to bringing prosperity and happiness.

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Yaoshang Festival (Manipur)

Yaoshang is a Manipuri version of Holi, celebrated with a blend of colors and traditional rites.

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Losar Festival (Sikkim)

Losar marks the Tibetan New Year and is celebrated with much enthusiasm in Sikkim.

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