If you love mountains, music, and meeting new people, boy, do we have an event for you! The Bir Music Festival in 2026 is an indigenous music festival anchored in the Bir village of the Kangra district in Himachal Pradesh. This year, it is back for its 14th season. From activities to ticket price, here are all of the important details about the Bir Music Festival that you would need to know before attending.
Ticket Price For Bir Music Festival
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Packages
This year, the festival will be a 48-hour, non-stop music extravaganza. It offers a variety of packages in order to accommodate the diverse needs of its patrons. Here are the packages you can book:
Economy Camping Package For 1: INR 7,099
Includes:
- Full Festival access
- 8 workshop access
- Breakfasts
- Dinner
- Accommodation on a double-sharing basis in economy tents
Solo Stag Package: INR 9,999
Includes:
- Accommodation in a dorm bed
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Access to All Festival Activities, Workshops & Seminars
Solo Private Package: INR 12,999
Includes:
- Accommodation in a private room for a single person
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Access to All Festival Activities, Workshops & Seminars
Couple Package: INR 20,999
Includes:
- Private Room for two
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Access to All Festival Activities
Group Of Three Package: INR 28,999
Includes:
- Triple Room Accommodation
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Access to All Festival Activities
Group Of Five Package: INR 42,999
Includes:
- Two Rooms for the accommodation of five people
- Breakfast
- Dinner
- Access to All Festival Activities
The dorms and rooms provided are all located within two km of the festival venue. However, the sooner you book, the closer you will be to the venue. You can book any of these packages directly from the website. In an effort to uplift the village, the website states that as much as 70% of the money from each package purchase goes back to the village.
Date And Venue
While the exact venue of the festival will only be announced two weeks before the festival, it will take place on May 22 and 23 (Saturday and Sunday), 2026.
How To Reach
By Bus: You can take an overnight Volvo bus from Delhi (ISBT Kashmir Gate) to Bir Road.
By Air: You can take a flight to Kangra Airport. From there, you can hire a taxi which will take you to Bir in around two hours.
By Train: Pathankot is the nearest railway station. From there, it takes around three or four hours by road to reach Bir.
What To Expect At This Festival
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This festival, also dubbed “Pahadon Ka Tyohaar”, is a residential music festival geared towards highlighting indie music artists. It is not a corporate-run festival but a community-run one. As such, it uses the money generated by the sale of packages for organizing the festival.
It is also a green festival and only uses sustainable materials for its venue decor. The festival also features performances of local tribal cultures, local food, and supports local businesses.
Along with non-stop music, it features a host of other activities and workshops. Here is a list of activities and workshops that will be done there:
Activities:
- Tree Plantation
- Nati Dance
- Pahadi Photo Studio
- Not-So Virgin Yoga
- Night Trek
- Letters To Self
- Jamming
- Poetry
- Stand-up
- Tibetan Dance
Workshops:
- Acro Yoga
- Sound Healing
- Pottery
- Dance Movement Therapy
- Mud Art
- Pebble Painting
- Home Composting Workshop
- Siddu-making Workshop
- Momo and Laphing Workshop
Important Things To Keep In Mind
- Remember, this is a festival, not a concert, so spend as much time as you can at the venue for the best experience.
- Remember to stay hydrated.
- Wear comfortable clothing.
- Remember not to litter. Make sure you carry a bag with you to collect whatever you have to dispose of.
- Drink responsibly and do not be a nuisance to others.
FAQs
Is This Festival Kid-Friendly?
Yes, there are dedicated zones for kids.
Can I Bring My Pet To The Festival?
While you are ultimately responsible for looking after your pet, you can bring your furry friends.
Will The Camping Gear Be Provided?
Yes, depending on the package you book.
