Assam · January
Mithun Festival
The closing celebration of Dima Hasao's announced festival season, held at Kipeilua.
Quick facts
- Festival
- Mithun Festival
- State
- Assam
- Place
- Kipeilua, Dima Hasao
- Month
- January
- Tribe
- Dima Hasao communities
- Duration
- 2 days (29–30 January 2027)
- Best for
- HeritageCommunity celebrationOff-beat travel
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About Mithun Festival
Mithun Festival at Kipeilua closes the festival season announced by Dima Hasao Tourism. Although included on the 2026 season poster, its confirmed dates fall on 29 and 30 January 2027.
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Festival highlights at a glance
- Officially scheduled at Kipeilua on 29–30 January 2027
- The final event in the announced Dima Hasao festival-season calendar
- A winter journey into one of Assam's least-visited hill districts
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Dates and venue
- Confirmed dates: 29–30 January 2027.
- Venue: Kipeilua, Dima Hasao district, Assam.
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Permit information
No Inner Line Permit is required for Assam. Confirm the final programme, accommodation and road conditions before travelling.
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Responsible festival etiquette
Mithun Festival is a living cultural event hosted by the Dima Hasao communities community. Please attend as a respectful guest, not a spectator.
- Always ask permission before photographing elders, priests or performers.
- Dress modestly — cover shoulders and knees, especially around ceremonial spaces.
- Follow instructions from community elders and event organisers.
- Do not touch ritual objects, altars or sacred poles.
- Carry your waste back; avoid single-use plastics at venues.
- Buy directly from local artisans and homestays to support the host community.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Mithun Festival held?+
Mithun Festival is celebrated in January each year at Kipeilua, Dima Hasao, Assam. It typically runs for 2 days (29–30 January 2027). Exact dates vary annually — check the state tourism board nearer the date.
Which community celebrates Mithun Festival?+
Mithun Festival is celebrated by the Dima Hasao communities community of Assam.
Do I need a permit to attend Mithun Festival?+
No Inner Line Permit or Protected Area Permit is required for Assam; an Indian visa is sufficient for foreign nationals. Long-staying foreign visitors should register with the local Foreigners Registration Officer. Permit rules change from time to time, so confirm the current position with the state authority before you travel.
Where can I stay during Mithun Festival?+
Options range from state-run tourist lodges to homestays and boutique camps. Accommodation books out months in advance for marquee festivals; reserve early.
Is Mithun Festival suitable for families?+
Yes — the festival is family-friendly. Be mindful of crowd density on main performance days and dress modestly out of respect for community traditions.
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Plan a Mithun Festival journey
Journeys around Mithun Festival are planned and operated on the ground by Living Roots Expeditions, working with host families, village councils and tribal interpreters in Kipeilua, Dima Hasao. Private departures and small groups can be built around the festival days, with permits, transport and homestays arranged end to end. Tell us your dates and group size and we will send an itinerary and an approximate cost.
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