The Hornbill Festival is Nagaland’s spectacular “Festival of Festivals,” held every year from December 1 –10 at the Kisama Heritage Village, near Kohima. It celebrates the state’s rich tribal culture and fosters unity among Nagaland’s diverse ethnic communities.
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Hotel
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Cab
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Breakfast
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On demand
Tour Summary
Daytime Cultural Showcase
Tribal dances, war reenactments, courtship rituals (mock battles, spears, shields), traditional music, and storytelling sessions
Traditional Sports & Games
Archery, Naga wrestling, indigenous games, spicy-horse chili–eating contests, fire-eating, top-spinning demonstrations
Arts, Crafts & Food Fair
Exhibition and sale of wood carvings, bamboo handicrafts, textiles, black pottery, herbal medicines, and regional cuisine
North East Explorers
Modern Spin
Evening events include Miss Nagaland, fashion shows, film screenings, literary talks, and the Hornbill International Rock Contest featuring local and international bands