Assam · Northeast
Bihu & Assamese Festivals
as of 25 August 2026
The festivals of Assam follow the solar (Bhaskarabda) calendar. The three Bihus mark the farming year, and Ambubachi Mela at Kamakhya is one of the largest gatherings of the Northeast. Their dates, tied to the solar Sankrantis, are computed live with the Swiss Ephemeris.
Kati Bihu (Kongali Bihu)
Sunday, 18 October 2026Kartik · Tula Sankranti
The austere Bihu, observed when the granaries are lean. Earthen lamps (saki) are lit in the fields and by the tulsi plant, praying for a good harvest.
Magh Bihu (Bhogali Bihu)
Friday, 15 January 2027Harvest feast · Makar Sankranti
The harvest festival of feasting, held at the end of the harvesting season. Marked by community feasts, and the Meji and Bhelaghar bonfires with traditional Assamese food.
Bohag Bihu (Rongali Bihu)
Thursday, 15 April 2027Assamese New Year · Mesha Sankranti
The spring festival marking the Assamese New Year and the start of the sowing season. The most important and joyous Bihu, celebrated with Husori, the Bihu dance and feasting over several days.
Ambubachi Mela
Wednesday, 23 June 2027Kamakhya, Guwahati · Sun enters Ardra
The great fair at the Kamakhya Temple observing the annual cycle of the goddess. The temple stays closed for about four days from this date; it is one of the largest religious gatherings of Northeast India.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the three Bihus of Assam?
Assam celebrates three Bihus: Bohag (Rongali) Bihu in spring — the Assamese New Year; Magh (Bhogali) Bihu in mid-January — the harvest feast; and Kati (Kongali) Bihu in October — the austere Bihu of the lean season. Their dates are shown above.
When is Bohag Bihu (Rongali Bihu)?
The next Bohag Bihu falls on Thursday, 15 April 2027, on Mesha Sankranti when the Sun enters Aries — the Assamese New Year.
What is Ambubachi Mela?
Ambubachi Mela is the great fair at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati, held when the Sun enters the Ardra nakshatra (around 22 June). The temple closes for about four days, and it draws one of the largest religious gatherings in Northeast India.
How are Bihu dates calculated?
Each Bihu is tied to a solar Sankranti — the moment the Sun enters a zodiac sign, computed with the Swiss Ephemeris. Magh Bihu is Makar Sankranti, Bohag Bihu is Mesha Sankranti, and Kati Bihu is Tula Sankranti.