Events & Festivals
From the world's highest polo ground at Shandur to the ancient Kalash valleys and Hunza's cherry blossom season — explore the real events happening across Pakistan.
Pakistan Independence Day
Nationwide (main ceremony in Islamabad) · August 14, 2026
Lok Virsa Folk Heritage Festival (Lok Mela)
Lok Virsa Heritage Museum, Garden Avenue · November 6 - 2026 (day: 15)
Hunza Cherry Blossom Festival
Karimabad, Hunza Valley · April 5 - 2027 (day: 10)
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Upcoming Events
13 upcoming events scheduled
Pakistan Independence Day
Pakistan's national day - flag ceremonies, parades and fireworks celebrated across the country.
View DetailsLok Virsa Folk Heritage Festival (Lok Mela)
Pakistan's national folk festival - ten days of crafts, music, dance and cuisine from every province in Islamabad.
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Skardu Katpana Desert Festival
A winter celebration on the world's highest cold desert - camel racing, Balti folk music and snow-dusted dunes.
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Malam Jabba Snow & Ski Festival
Winter skiing and snowboarding races at Pakistan's premier ski resort in the mountains of Swat.
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Navroz - Spring Equinox Festival
The Persian new year and spring equinox celebration, marked with polo, egg fights, folk music and community feasts.
View DetailsHunza Cherry Blossom Festival
Spring in Hunza means blossom-covered valleys - a festival of pink cherry trees, walks, music and local food.
View DetailsPakistan Labour Day
The national observance of International Workers' Day, marked by rallies and ceremonies across Pakistan.
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Kalash Chilam Joshi Festival
The ancient spring festival of the Kalash people - four days of traditional dance, music and rituals in the valleys of Chitral.
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Deosai National Park Season Opening
The Land of Giants reopens for summer - wildflowers, brown bears and the world's most dramatic stargazing.
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Gilgit-Baltistan Mountaineering & Trekking Season
The summer window when the Karakoram opens up - K2 Base Camp, Fairy Meadows and the great trekking routes.
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Shandur Polo Festival 2027
The world's highest polo ground hosts a thrilling four-day festival of free-style polo, folk music and camping at 3,700 meters.
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Kalam Summer Festival
A summer festival of nature walks, trout fishing and folk music in the lush Ushu Valley of upper Swat.
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Kalash Uchau Autumn Festival
The Kalash autumn harvest festival - three days of rituals, dance and feasting in the walnut valleys of Chitral.
View DetailsEvents & Festivals Frequently Asked Questions
Practical details about attending festivals and events across Pakistan.