Shillong, Dec 2: Meghalaya’s flagship Christmas-season festival, Winter Tales, will return to Ward’s Lake from December 11 to 13, 2025, with a renewed focus on sustainability, storytelling and indigenous craftsmanship.

This year, the government has announced the introduction of the Go Green Awards, aimed at recognising individuals and groups championing eco-friendly initiatives across the state.

Organised by The Meghalaya Age Limited in collaboration with the State Tourism Department and curated by Dakti, the sixth edition of the festival will highlight the artistry rooted in Meghalaya’s handcraft traditions. Every installation, performance and market stall will feature handmade and locally crafted work, reinforcing the festival’s commitment to conscious living.

Sustainability continues to remain at the heart of Winter Tales, with organisers promoting the use of bamboo, jute and locally sourced materials while minimising non-biodegradable waste. The festival’s culinary and music segments will follow the “vocal for local” philosophy, featuring homegrown chefs, tastemakers and performers who blend traditional, cultural and contemporary influences.

A major highlight this year is the Go Green Awards, which will honour creative and grassroots efforts that contribute to ecological awareness and responsible living in Meghalaya. Categories for 2025 include:

Film: PSA filmmaking that motivates communities on sustainability
Art: Eco-conscious creativity through hands-on craft
Reduce, Reuse, Recycle Initiatives: Resource-efficient innovations
Sustainability Cell: Organised groups driving structured environmental action
Community-Led Initiatives: Grassroots collaborations for community sustainability
Green Ambassador: Individuals leading by example
Installations: Eco-friendly public art
Food: Sustainable culinary practices
Photography: Visual narratives showcasing ecological or traditional themes
Writing: Work that advances ecological awareness and responsible living
Through these awards, the festival aims to spotlight local role models—artists, educators, innovators and community organisers—whose efforts exemplify Meghalaya’s growing sustainability movement.

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