December 3
Hornbill Festival Day 3
December 3
A full traditional day, arena performances, morung afternoons, and the first big weeknight carnival in Kohima.
Morning, the arena
Morning arena: ceremonial dances, folk songs and the day's featured troupes.
Afternoon, the grounds
Morung hopping at its best, rice beer, smoked meat and stories in the tribe houses; craft demonstrations across the grounds.
Evening, Kohima
Kohima's night carnival and the music calendar in town.
Who this day suits: The right day to slow down, Day 3 is when regulars stop photographing and start talking.
The day-wise programme is announced by the state each edition, this guide describes what Day 3 typically holds across editions. Check the official schedule closer to December, or ask us on WhatsApp before your dates.
Hornbill Festival 2026, Dec 1–10, 2026, Kisama. Packages from ₹3,999, camp, permits, transport, passes, all included.