Phek is the cultural heartland of the **Chakhesang** and **Pochury** Naga tribes.
* **Festivals:** The cultural calendar is highlighted by *Sukrunye* (celebrated by the Chakhesangs in January for sanctification and youth initiation) and *Yemshe* (the premier harvest festival of the Pochury tribe in October). * **Traditional Weaving:** The district is highly renowned for its textiles. The **Chakhesang Shawl**, known for its bold colors and symbolic geometric patterns, has been granted a Geographical Indication (GI) tag, recognizing its unique cultural origin. * **Music and Dance:** Folk songs, rhythmic chants, and traditional dances in vibrant tribal attire are central to community celebrations and passing down oral history.