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Festivals

Naadam, local celebrations, and the energy of Mongolia’s culture in full motion.

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Why travelers choose Mongolia’s festivals

Culture, rhythm, and unforgettable community energy.

Festival travel in Mongolia is about more than sightseeing — it is about joining the spirit of a nation. From Naadam to seasonal celebrations, these moments bring together tradition, pride, and unforgettable public energy.

Naadam games with wrestling, archery, and horse racing
Local hospitality and community celebrations
Colorful cultural experiences and vibrant public atmosphere
Perfect for travelers who want the heart of Mongolia

Celebrate Mongolia

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Choose a festival to explore its highlights. Every tour is custom planned on request.

FEBRUARY • LUNAR CALENDAR Tsagaan Sar – Mongolian Lunar New Year Celebrate Mongolia's traditional Lunar New Year with a nomadic family, wearing traditional deel and enjoying authentic winter hospitality. Custom tour on request • Price & details via 1:1 Chat View Details

What you will experience

Visit a nomadic family to experience authentic Mongolian hospitality and ancient New Year traditions.
Wear traditional Mongolian deel and participate in the ceremonial snuff bottle (khuurug) greeting.
Enjoy traditional Bituun (New Year's Eve) feasts, freshly steamed buuz dumplings, and dairy delicacies.
Explore Terelj National Park and the Chinggis Khaan Statue Complex with winter horseback riding and dog sledding.

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EARLY MARCH • SCHEDULE VARIES Khuvsgul Ice Festival (Blue Pearl) Experience winter magic on the meter-thick crystal ice of Lake Khuvsgul with sleigh races, ice sumo, and shamanic rituals. Custom tour on request • Price & details via 1:1 Chat View Details

What you will experience

Walk and drive across the meter-thick crystal-clear ice of Lake Khuvsgul.
Watch thrilling winter competitions including ice sumo, horse-drawn sleigh races, and ice sculpting.
Witness traditional shamanic fire rituals and cultural ceremonies.
Visit Tsaatan reindeer herders in their teepees, ride reindeer, and go dog sledding through winter forests.

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EARLY MARCH • SCHEDULE VARIES Thousand Camel Festival (Gobi Desert) Witness the vibrant celebration of two-humped Bactrian camels in the South Gobi featuring camel races, camel polo, and folk music. Custom tour on request • Price & details via 1:1 Chat View Details

What you will experience

Watch the grand opening parade celebrating the endangered two-humped Bactrian camel.
Enjoy exciting long-distance camel races and fast-paced camel polo matches.
Experience the "Most Beautiful Camel Couple" competition alongside Gobi folk music and throat singing.
Explore iconic South Gobi landmarks such as Khongor Sand Dunes and Yol Valley.

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EARLY TO MID-JULY • REGIONAL SCHEDULES Countryside Naadam – The Three Manly Games Escape city crowds and experience an authentic rural Naadam up close with local wrestling, steppe horse racing, and archery. Custom tour on request • Price & details via 1:1 Chat View Details

What you will experience

Escape city crowds and experience an authentic local Naadam up close without stadium barriers.
Watch traditional Mongolian wrestling and archery right alongside local nomads.
Witness open-steppe horse racing and the traditional title-chanting ceremony for winning horses.
Taste fresh khuushuur and fermented mare's milk (airag) at the festival grounds and visit local herders.

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SPRING (MAR) & AUTUMN (SEP–OCT) Golden Eagle Festival – Kazakh Hunting Heritage Discover ancient Kazakh falconry traditions as eagle hunters parade with majestic golden eagles and compete in traditional horse games. Custom tour on request • Price & details via 1:1 Chat View Details

What you will experience

Watch eagle hunters dressed in traditional fur coats parade with majestic golden eagles on their arms.
Witness eagle hunting and calling skill competitions in the open mountains.
Enjoy traditional horse games such as coin grabbing (Tenge Ilu) and girl chase (Kyz Kuar).
Visit a local eagle hunter's family for photography, archery, and authentic Kazakh hospitality.

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NOVEMBER • KHENTII PROVINCE Steppe Thousand Horses – Winter Horse Festival Witness thousands of horses galloping across the snow-covered steppe alongside thrilling horse-catching and taming competitions. Custom tour on request • Price & details via 1:1 Chat View Details

What you will experience

Witness the breathtaking sight of thousands of horses galloping across the snow-covered steppe.
Watch Mongolian horsemen demonstrate lasso-pole catching (uurga) and wild horse taming.
Enjoy short-distance winter horse racing and traditional Taiga sighthound dog races.
Capture stunning winter photography of nomadic horsemanship culture.

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