# Gia Lai Gong Festival 2026

> Developing situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/gia-lai-gong-festival-2026
> Updated: 2026-11-09T00:13:50.000Z. Sources: 9. Developments: 2.

The 2026 Gia Lai Gong Festival in Pleiku brought together approximately 2,000 artisans from 39 different groups for cultural exchanges, street parades, and musical performances. Participants showcased traditional costumes and rituals, such as the Chăm H’roi people’s reconstruction of the “Lễ ăn heo ký” ritual and Bana instrumental pieces.

As the festival continued, focus shifted toward the transmission of traditional culture to younger generations, with approximately 80 young artisans participating. The event also featured demonstrations of traditional crafts, including weaving, wood carving, and basketry.

## Timeline

### 2026-11-09: Gia Lai hosts Gong Festival 2026 and cultural heritage events

Gia Lai is hosting the 2026 Gong Festival, showcasing traditional crafts and young artisans, while implementing new environmental and medical training initiatives.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gia-lai-hosts-gong-festival-2026-and-cultural-heritage-events

### 2026-11-06: Gia Lai hosts 2026 Gong Festival in Pleiku

Thousands of artisans gathered in Pleiku, Gia Lai, for the 2026 Gong Festival, featuring street parades, traditional ethnic performances, and cultural exchanges.

7 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/gia-lai-hosts-2026-gong-festival-in-pleiku

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Cite as: Gia Lai Gong Festival 2026. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/gia-lai-gong-festival-2026