You must’ve seen fields of blooming cosmos flowers on your Instagram feeds and travel shows, but trust us, there’s a dedicated festival for these flowers in India!
Yes, you read it right!
The Hnahsin Kut Festival is a celebration of the cosmos flowers, rooted and aimed at promoting tourism in Mizoram.
Just like Shillong’s Cherry Blossom Festival, the Hnahsin Kut is a celebration dedicated to the natural bounty of the North east.
In 2025, the festival will take place from October 14 to October 17, 2025 in Champhai, Mizoram.
Hnahsin Kut Festival 2025: Festival, Venue, Lineup, And More
About The Hnahsin Kut Festival
Hnahsin Kut Festival, also popularly known as the Cosmos Festival, first began in October 2024. Launched by the Champhai Nature Conservancy (CNC), the inaugural edition saw a whopping 60,000+ visitors wander through lush, bright fields of cosmos flowers washed in pink, purple, and white hues.
The inaugural edition generated a revenue of INR 10 crore for the local economy, proving that the festival was indeed profitable for the local culture and community.
Hnahsin Kut is a festival rooted in the simplistic beauty of celebrating nature, sparking conversations of sustainable tourism. It is set to return with its second edition, promising to boost the local economy and showcase the local culture to a wider audience.
Vision For Hnahsin Kut
Hnahsin Kut is a festival that envisions to make eco-tourism more popular in Mizoram. The festival organizers envision Champhai as a year-round destination where eco-tourism could thrive alongside community enterprise.
The festival highlights local artisans, homestays, and businesses, ensuring that the local economy is boosted. With a successful inaugural edition in 2024, the festival is back with a bang in October 2025 at Zotlang.
Events At Hnahsin Kut 2025: Cosmos Festival In India
October 14: The Inauguration Ceremony
The Inauguration Ceremony will be hosted by the Honorable Chief Minister of Mizoram, Pu Lalduhoma. It will be held at the Zotlang Field, and will consist of the following events:
- Solo musical performances
- Welcome speech
- Vote of thanks
- Opening Night concert
The Opening Night concert will feature prominent artists from Mizoram such as J. Lalrosanga, Thangromawia, Samsona, Lilzo-a, Lesky Hype, and more.
Entry: INR 50
Timings: 7:00 PM onwards
October 15: Traditional Day
The second day will feature more cultural performances and games that pay homage to the Mizo culture. The day will begin with a welcome speech and special performances and events organized by the Mizoram Down Syndrome Association and Zofa Global Network.
Visitors will also get to witness the traditional dance of Mizoram, the Cheraw – involving bamboo staves and rhythmic movements.
On the same day, there will be Hnahsin Xplosion – a musical celebration featuring live performances by artists like Boomarang, Jaui, Nunui, Vanlalhmangaiha, and more.
Entry: INR 50
Timings: 6:30 PM onwards
October 16: Cosplay Day And Fashion Show
Day 3 will promise to be a fun and engaging day as hundreds of cosplayers will flock to Zotlang Field.
The event, organized in collaboration with Mizram Cosplay Organization and C-Funk will feature cosplayers dressed up in characters inspired by manga, anime, and other similar media.
There will also be a dance battle where the best of the best dance teams in Mizoram will battle it out on the dance floor.
The festival will also organize a fashion show where some of Mizoram’s emerging designers will showcase their artistic talent.
Designers include August XIX, Tluangpuii Hmar, Abbacy, and more. With an entry fee of just INR 50, visitors attending the fashion show will also be amazed by live performances by artists like Mary Dawngi, Drac Frost, and C-Funk.
October 17: Mualnuam Concert
Day 4 will probably be the most exhilarating day of the Hnahsin Kut 2025 – be ready for the Mualnuam Concert!
With live performances by prominent artists like Lilac & Jacks, Young Fella, Taitea, Ruatpuii, and more, the concert will be jam-packed with vibrant zeal and energy!
Entry: INR 50
Timings: 6:00 PM onwards
Cosmos Festival In India: What To Do At Champhai
Champhai lies in the North Eastern part of Mizoram, bordered by Myanmar in the east. As the third largest town in Mizoram, the town is located at an elevation of 1,678 meters above sea level.
It is situated in the picturesque hills of Mizoram, with the valley it is situated in famously known as the ‘Rice Bowl of Mizoram’.
You must definitely visit Lamsial Puk, a cave that offers a chilling glimpse into Mizoram’s past. Also make sure to visit the Thasiama Seno Neihna, a rugged hillock at Vaphai, 86 km from Champhai.
This is a legendary plateau deeply rooted in local lore and is known among adventure seekers and culture enthusiasts alike.
While you’re here, head to the heart of Champhai – the Keilungliah Dam. Here, you can enjoy activities like fishing, boat paddling, and just simply enjoying the dam views. It is a great destination for a day picnic in Champhai.
And of course, no trip to Champhai can be complete without visiting Mualnum. This picturesque hill looks over the ‘Rice Bowl of Mizoram’ – expansive fields of paddy rice and green slopes. This scenic spot is great for a sunrise and day picnics as well as stargazing and camping.
How To Reach Champhai?
Nearest Airport: Lengpui Airport, Aizawl (183 km). You can get cabs or self-drive to Champhai.
Nearest Railway Station: Bairabi Railway Station (261 km). You’ll have to book a cab from the station as there is no confirmed information about direct buses or similar public transport modes.
Aizawl is the closest major city to Champhai and also the capital city of Mizoram, located about 154 km away. You can find buses and shared cabs from the city that might not directly go to Champhai, but ply between routes where Champhai lies.
Self-driving is probably the most convenient and efficient option to reach the town.
Summing Up
Hnahsin Kut 2025 promises to be a fun and sustainable tourism experience for visitors this October. With thousands of cosmos flowers blooming in Zotlang Fields, this Cosmos Festival in India is sure to be grander than its first edition.
While we’re definitely pumped up about this festival, when are you planning to attend it?
