18/09/2026
Hornbill Festival is known for its music, food, traditions and the many Naga tribes that come together at Kisama.
But there’s another side to it: competitions that you probably wouldn’t expect at a cultural festival.
From eating Naga King Chilly and pineapple to spear throwing, catapult target hitting, horn blowing and log cutting — these competitions bring traditional skills, local produce and indigenous games into the spotlight.
And that’s what makes Hornbill interesting. There’s always something happening beyond the obvious.
Which one surprised you the most?