Shillong, Nov 27: Meghalaya’s flagship Me’gong Festival is set for its most ambitious edition yet, with global pop-rock icon Richard Marx and internationally acclaimed electronic duo Yellow Claw headlining the 2025 event in Tura on December 5–6.
Announced by the State’s Department of Tourism, the 2025 lineup signals Meghalaya’s push to position Garo Hills as a major cultural tourism destination. The festival—now among the state’s biggest annual showcases—recorded over 2.3 lakh visitors in 2024, drawing audiences from across India and abroad.
Me•Gong Festival is inspired by a beautiful flower native to the Garo Hills, offering a unique blend of tradition and modernity, celebrating the vibrant culture and heritage of the Garo people. The festival is a lively showcase of the region’s diversity, featuring band performances, games, fashion shows, and much more, creating a festive atmosphere that resonates with pride and community spirit.
Chief Minister Conrad K. Sangma said the festival reinforces Meghalaya’s vision of expanding its cultural economy, creating livelihoods, and bringing global attention to local heritage. Me’gong has become a platform that blends international performers with indigenous culture, Garo cuisine, craft markets, bamboo artistry, and sustainability initiatives such as zero-waste operations and community-led waste systems.
The edition will also feature Bollywood artists Kanika Kapoor and Neeti Mohan, regional performers including Rough Road, Hoi Loi Makhi, Haatak Ladies, and G-Hills’ own Rangsa and Yellow Thie, promising a dynamic mix of global glamour and local identity.
Festival updates, ticketing details, and schedules will be available on the Meghalaya Tourism website and official social media handles.
