The Vibrant Culture of the Post-Summit Season
After the Mount Everest expedition season ends, the Khumbu region transforms into a place of celebration. Sherpa festivals are a vibrant mix of religious devotion and joy over the year's Everest trekking successes.
Held in late June/July, Dumji commemorates the birth of Guru Rinpoche. It is a time when families gather to celebrate the safe return of their loved ones from the Mount Everest summit.
Monks perform ritual dances (Chham) to drive away evil spirits. For trekkers who stay after the main season, witnessing these dances is a highlight of the Everest trekking cultural experience.
Festivals involve massive amounts of local food and drink. It is a time for the community to bond after the hard work of supporting Mount Everest expeditions all year.
The Mount Everest summit is a destination, but the Sherpa culture is the journey. Plan your Everest trekking trip around a festival to see the heart of the Himalayas.
