Shad Suk Mynsiem 2027
The Khasi spring dance festival — “dance of the joyful hearts”.
- When
- Usually mid-April, over three days
- Where
- Weiking Ground, Jaiaw
- Dates
- Not announced yet
Shad Suk Mynsiem is the main Khasi spring festival, held by the Seng Khasi at Weiking Ground in Jaiaw, Shillong. Dancers in traditional dress perform over three days and visitors are welcome to watch.
In 2026 it was held on 11–13 April with more than 1,500 dancers. Other districts hold their own celebrations later, some in early May.
Photos from past years
Shad Suk Mynsiem at Weiking Ground, Shillong Shad Suk Mynsiem at Weiking Ground, Shillong Shad Suk Mynsiem at Weiking Ground, Shillong Shad Suk Mynsiem at Weiking Ground, Shillong
The 2027 dates haven’t been announced yet. We check local news and the government three times a day and will put the dates here as soon as they're confirmed.
Tips for visitors
- Go in the afternoon when the main dances happen.
- Ask before photographing dancers up close.
Going for Shad Suk Mynsiem?
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