Shillong, Meghalaya · November 20 to 21, 2026
Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong
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Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong
When is Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong 2026?
Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong 2026 runs November 20 to 21, 2026.
2026November 20 to 21, 2026Confirmed
2027November 19 to 20, 2027By the calendar
How the dates are set: A two-day festival announced each year in the third or fourth week of November, timed to the cherry bloom.
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Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong schedule
- Saturday, November 21, 2026: The festival ran until 10:00 PM.
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Getting to Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong
- From Delhi, fly to Guwahati (about 2.5 hours), then take a road journey of 2.5 to 3 hours to Shillong. From Kolkata, it is about 1 hour by air to Guwahati, then road to Shillong.
- The 2026 venue, the New Shillong Highland Grounds in Mahmawdkuk, is about 30 minutes from central Shillong, with parking, multiple entry-exit points and dedicated traffic management.
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Where to stay in Shillong
- A stay of 5 to 7 days in Shillong during the bloom period lets visitors see the full cycle of budding, peak bloom and petal fall.
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History of Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong
The Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival started in 2016 as a celebration of Meghalaya's autumn cherry blossoms. The Government of Meghalaya launched it, and it has grown into a two-day event of international performances, local music, culture and food markets. In 2026 it moved from the Polo Grounds to the New Shillong Highland Grounds.
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Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong: questions people ask
When is the Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong?
In 2026 it was held on November 20 and 21. It is typically held in the third or fourth week of November, timed to the bloom.
How much do tickets cost for the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival?
In 2026, single-day passes started from Rs 2,500, sold through RockskiTickets.
When did the Cherry Blossom Festival start in Shillong?
It started in 2016, launched by the Government of Meghalaya.
How long do the cherry blossoms last in Shillong?
Peak bloom typically lasts 10 to 15 days, and the exact timing varies each year with temperature.
How do I get to Shillong for the Cherry Blossom Festival?
Fly to Guwahati, then take a road journey of about 2.5 to 3 hours to Shillong.
Where was the Cherry Blossom Festival held in 2026?
At the New Shillong Highland Grounds in Mahmawdkuk, about 30 minutes from central Shillong.
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About Cherry Blossom Festival Shillong
Two days of live music, food and art while Himalayan cherry trees bloom pink across the hills of Shillong each November.
Meghalaya's government launched the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival in 2016 to celebrate the autumn bloom of Himalayan cherry trees. It has grown into a two-day music, culture and food festival with international headliners. The blossoms last about 10 to 15 days at peak. The venue moved to the New Shillong Highland Grounds in 2026, about 30 minutes from central Shillong.
Know before you go
- From Delhi it is about 2.5 hours by air to Guwahati; from Kolkata about 1 hour.
- The bloom timing shifts with temperature, with earlier cold snaps bringing earlier blooms.
- Most visitors fly into Guwahati (GAU), then take a road journey of about 2.5 to 3 hours to Shillong.
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