Danshig Naadam Khuree Tsam

Danshig Naadam

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Religious & SpiritualUlaanbaatar
DatesDates TBA · Usually FebruaryCheck locally before booking
Duration3 daysListed event span
Crowd-Public scale varies
Best forCeremony, pilgrimageDanshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam combines two
LanguageLocal language; English access variesCurrency: MNT
CategoryReligious & SpiritualFestival type
The story

Danshig Naadam Khuree Tsam in Ulaanbaatar

Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam is a religious and cultural festival tracing to 1639 and the enthronement of the first Bogd Javzandamba Khutagt, Mongolia's spiritual leader, revived in 2015 after decades of suppression. Held at Khui Doloon Khudag and jointly organized with Gandantegchinlen Monastery, it features Tsam masked dances performed by 120 monks alongside the Three Manly Games.

Most Naadam festivals across Mongolia center entirely on the Three Manly Games - wrestling, archery and horse racing.
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What is special

The part that makes it specific.

01

The place changes

Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam combines two distinct traditions rarely staged together: the Three Manly Games of Mongolian Naadam and the Tsam masked dance, a Buddhist ritual performance

02

The mystery stays covered

The festival's history reaches back to 1639, tied to the enthronement of the first Bogd Javzandamba Khutagt, the spiritual leader of Mongolian Buddhism, giving it one of the deepest historical roots among Mongolia's cultural festivals

03

The city starts moving

Suppressed for decades under religious restrictions, the festival was revived in 2015 through joint organization with Gandantegchinlen Monastery, one of Mongolia's most important Buddhist institutions

04

The water draws everyone in

Its centerpiece is the Tsam dance, performed by 120 monks in elaborate masks and costumes representing protective deities, staged at Khui Doloon Khudag alongside horse racing, archery and wrestling, blending sacred ritual with athletic competition in a single event

Traditions & symbols

The language of the festival.

What moves first

Living ritual

The Tsam dance is a Buddhist ritual performance using elaborate masks and costumes to represent protective deities

Water and renewal

Living ritual

traditionally performed by monks to ward off evil and bless the community

The sacred route

Living ritual

Danshig Naadam - Khuree Tsam ties this ritual to Mongolia's Three Manly Games tradition

The local code

Living ritual

with roots reaching back to 1639 and the enthronement of the first Bogd Javzandamba Khutagt

Tradition 5

Living ritual

The festival was suppressed for decades before its 2015 revival

Tradition 6

Living ritual

organized jointly with Gandantegchinlen Monastery

Tradition 7

Living ritual

restoring a combined religious and athletic celebration largely absent from Mongolian public life for generations

Before you go

Essential information

When to go

Dates TBA · Usually February

Getting around

Move patiently around ceremony routes and leave space for worshippers and participants.

What to wear

Modest, respectful clothing is appropriate given the festival's religious dimension, particularly around the Tsam dance performance. Summer clothing suited to July heat works for the daytime...

Safety

Watch local behavior before photographing, filming, or entering sacred spaces.

Where to stay

Stay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

Tickets/cost

Public ritual moments are often free, but donations, transport, or temple access may vary.

Language/currency

MNT

Family friendly

unknown

Interactive map47.91 N, 106.88 EOpen in Google Maps

Ulaanbaatar, East Asia, Mongolia

Nearest airportULN — Buyant-Ukhaa
TransportMove patiently around ceremony routes and leave space for worshippers and participants.
Stay areaStay near the part of the city you will actually use, with a simple return route after the main event.

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FAQ

Quick answers.

When is Danshig Naadam Khuree Tsam?

Danshig Naadam Khuree Tsam is listed for Past edition: 6–8 February 2026. Always re-check the official or local source close to travel.

Where does Danshig Naadam Khuree Tsam take place?

The festival is listed in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia. The map coordinate is a planning reference, not a guarantee of a ticket gate or exact venue.

How long should I plan for?

3 days is the listed festival span. Add time for arrival, local transport, queues, and any route changes during the event.

Is a source linked?

Official source linked. Eventisimus separates source confidence from travel suggestions, so check final details before booking.

Where exactly is it?

Ulaanbaatar, East Asia, Mongolia

Is it family friendly?

unknown

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About this guide

This guide is independently written by Eventisimus using publicly available information, official event and organiser sources where available, local tourism references, and additional editorial research. Eventisimus is not the official organiser of this festival and is not affiliated with it unless explicitly stated.

Festival dates, schedules, ticket conditions, access rules, and local arrangements can change. We aim to present useful and accurate information, but travelers should confirm important details with the official event source before booking transport, accommodation, or tickets.

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Official URLtoursmongolia.com
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Listed datesDates TBA · Usually February
Source statusOfficial source linked
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