Rongali Bihu in Assam: A Visitor's Guide to the Spring Festival
By the 7 Sister Ridezz team in Guwahati. Published 10 Oct 2026. About 1 min read.
Quick answer
Rongali (Bohag) Bihu is Assam's spring and new-year festival, celebrated from mid-April. Expect Bihu dance and music stages across Guwahati and towns in Upper Assam, festive markets, and busy roads. Book cars and hotels early for the week.
When
Rongali Bihu starts around 14 April and celebrations continue for several days, with community Bihu stages running across the month.
What you will see
- Young men and women performing the Bihu dance to the dhol, pepa (buffalo-horn pipe) and gogona.
- Husori groups singing blessings from house to house.
- Markets selling gamosa (the traditional Assamese towel), pitha and other festive food.
Where
Guwahati hosts large Bihu stages in many neighbourhoods. Towns in Upper Assam such as Sivasagar and Jorhat are known for traditional celebrations.
Travel tips
- Roads near Bihu stages are crowded in the evenings; a driver helps.
- Hotels and cars book up early. Message us 2 to 3 weeks ahead.
- Wear comfortable shoes and carry cash for markets.