About the Event

Welcome to the inaugural Shyntor Festival 2025 — a 3-day celebration of music, culture, and nature in Shyntor Bulia, Meghalaya. This unique gathering supports the Khasi community of Shyntor Bulia, home to 64 households, by enhancing rural education, livelihoods, and infrastructure.

Curated Music

Garo Folk Fusion, Assamese, Experimental Rock | Contemporary Pop-Rock | English Fusion (Jazz, R&B, Rap, Assamese Modern) | Folk Metal | Folk Rock, Bob Dylan Tributes | Traditional Khasi Folk | Khasi Folk-Blues-Rock Fusion | Multi-genre Garo Folk Fusion | Assamese Folk/Fusion | Khasi-English Folk Fusion | Blues, English, Khasi Vocals | Cultural troups | Bollywood/Hindi

Names of artists will be announced soon on our Instagram @shyntorfestival

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What to Expect

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🎶 Live Music & Performances
  • Main stage shows – rock, folk & fusion
  • Local & guest artist bands
  • Bonfire nights with open mic & jam sessions
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🎭 Cultural Showcases
  • Folk dance & artisan displays
  • Handloom, bamboo & crafts
  • Eco-village life explorations
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🍲 Food & Local Cuisine
  • Village food stalls & local dinners
  • Farm-to-plate cooking demos
  • Meals included for campers
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🌿 Nature Trails & Adventure
  • Guided treks (Level: Moderate)
  • Riverside walks & birdwatching
  • Eco-experiences with local guides

Activities & Explorations

  • Guided eco-tours: waterfalls, bird sanctuary, hill walks
  • Angling & riverside exploration
  • Medicinal & aromatic plant trails
  • Village life & orchard visits
  • Artisan showcase & handicraft bazaar
  • Bamboo, weaving & crfts demos
  • Khasi literature & book exhibits
  • Art exhibition
  • Tribal cooking
  • Farm-to-plate food experiences
  • Adventure sports – rope bridge & climbing
  • Bonfire & storytelling circles

Stay & Amenities

⛺ Tent Accommodation

Shared eco-tents & basic facilities. Stay duration: 3 Nights.

🚿 Basic Amenities

Drinking water, toilets & washrooms, charging points. Eco-friendly setup.

✨ Evening Activities

Bonfire jam nights, open mic sessions & enjoy stage performances by top artists from Northeast.

*Note: Last 1 km to campsite is an uneven walk. Not suitable for guests with limited mobility.*

Getting There

📍 Shyntor Bulia — remote Khasi tribal village (~450 residents).

🚗 Nearest vehicle drop: 1 km walk to venue.

🛣️ 30 km from Nongpoh / Umnshning via NH6.

🛣️ 100 km from Guwahati Airport / 2.5 hours drive.

In winter: riverbed walk • In summer: footbridge access.

Calling All Performers & Artists

Bring your music, art, poetry, or dance! Pre-register to showcase your talent or set up an art space. Let's make Shyntor Fest 2025 an open-hearted celebration of creativity.

Organisers & Partners

Organised by: Rongjeng Welfare Foundation, Shyntor Bulia

Local Hosts: Villagers of Shyntor Bulia & Pamrinai

Partners: RWUS Manipur • Jambul Café, Goa • Rongjeng Technologies, Assam • Asian Holidays, Guwahati

🎨 Art & Curation: Rudy • 📸 Photography: Surajit Sharma

📊 Research & Advisory: Mosaic Bowl, Bangalore