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Meghalaya definitely has evolved into the country’s ‘Music Capital.’ And its latest testament is the upcoming Cherry Blossom Festival to be held on November 14 and 15 in Shillong. Popularly known as the Shillong Cherry Blossom Festival, the festival is one of the city’s most anticipated celebrations this November, marking the blooming of cherry blossom trees with music, culture and food.
The festival spans from Jawaharlal Nehru Stadium to Ward’s Lake, transforming Shillong into a colourful cultural haven. Visitors can enjoy live concerts, art pop-ups, great food, and cultural showcases, all set against the backdrop of blossoming cherry trees.
While Nora Fatehi will be the local favourite, be ready to enjoy a range of internationals performances by The Script, Jason Derulo, and others.
Day 2 will showcase global icons Aqua and Tyga, culminating in a high-energy set by the world-renowned DJ and producer Diplo. A special tribute to the late legend Zubeen Garg, performed by musicians close to him, will be one of the festival’s highlights. Besides, local artistes such as Meba Ofilia, Dappest & adL, Girish and the Chronicles, and ARIUS will also take the stage, showcasing Meghalaya’s growing homegrown music scene.
More than just a concert series, the Cherry Blossom Festival is a multi-dimensional celebration. Attendees can enjoy a diverse range of events, including the Mr. and Ms. Cherry Blossom competition, cosplay contests, arm wrestling matches, and a Producer/DJ contest. The festivities will span across multiple zones, including the main stadium stage, S.R.G.T. 2nd Ground, and the MFA Ground.
Get your tickets from Rockskitickets.com. The Box Office will be operational from November 12, 2025, onwards.
For more details, check their official page: cherryblossomfest on Instagram
Meghalaya has initiated a Concert Economy model that utilises festivals to empower its people. According to Meghalaya Chief Minister Conrad Sangma, “The government aims to establish a year-round festival scene, with every district participating. Sustainable practices, such as zero-waste efforts, sourcing tribal foods, and reserving 30% of the spots for local artisans and home kitchens, are key to this vision. A Concert Impact Tracker is also in development to measure real-time job creation and economic outcomes.”
Besides the Cherry Blossom Festival, major events like Me’Gong, Winter Tales, and the Shillong Literary Festival brought in almost 3.86 lakh visitors in 2024. These festivals have made the state one of India’s top spots for festival tourism.
