The city's calendar is punctuated by vibrant festivals and community gatherings.
* **Bihu Celebrations:** The month of April (Rongali Bihu) sees the city come alive with stage performances (*Mukoli Bihu*) lasting late into the night. * **Durga Puja:** Celebrated in autumn, the city builds massive, elaborate, and artistic *pandals* (temporary shrines) that draw crowds from across Upper Assam. * **Chhath Puja:** Observed with great devotion on the banks of the Brahmaputra River. * **Tea Festivals:** Occasional government and privately sponsored tea festivals celebrate the region's primary export, featuring cultural shows and tea-tasting sessions.
