Shandur Polo Festival:

Celebrated in the northern areas of Pakistan between the tribes of Chitral and Gilgit, Shandur Polo Festival is a highlight of Gilgit in summers. The event happens in the world’s highest polo ground and it is of no surprise that people gather all around the world just o experience this overwhelming event. And what’s a better way to have a cross-cultural experience than a festival where tribal and people around the globe can be found? Although the event is expected to happen from the 7th to the 9th of July every year, the dates can vary depending on the flow of tourists. Folk music, Folk dance, traditional sports, and a camping village is set up on the pass to add more thrill to your journey.

Nauroz Festival:

A famous sports festival in Gilgit featuring polo, football, volleyball, and hockey. And what’s a festival without music and dancing? There’s plenty of that too. It takes place on March 21^st every year, which is the first day of the new year in the Persian Calendar (Persian Nau= new, Roz = day). Large quantities of food are also made and distributed during this three-day celebration.

Ginani:

Also called Chineer, this festival marks the summer and the new harvest season. It takes place on 21st June and lasts 4 days. Traditional foods are prepared. Like sawayyian are made to mark Eid, Dirum Patti, a delicious local dish, is made especially on this occasion. Folk dances to flute music are also performed. It’s a colorful and immensely enjoyable occasion.

Rama Festival: