Events in Sylhet
Sylhet is a true example of Bangladeshi culture as every festival in the city is celebrated with breath-taking passion and energy. If you have the chance to visit the city during one of these momentous events make the most of it:
Shah Jalal’s Death Anniversary & Wood-Cutting Festival
A day dedicated to the life of the celebrated saint Shah Jalal, this festival sees devotees from across Bangladesh journey to the saint’s shire with displays of spiritual music and colourful parades. Around the time of the festival, a wood-cutting event is held in celebration of Shah Jalal.
Hason Festival
A celebration of one of the city’s largest districts, Sunamganj, the Hason festival is dedicated to Hason Raja, a beloved Bangladeshi folk singer, poet and performer. During the festival you will find performers of all kinds throughout the city, often delivering Raja’s most famous pieces.