The Cherry Blossom Festival in Shillong stands out as a rare large-scale live event held in a Tier 3 city with limited infrastructure, yet consistently delivers a high-energy, nationally competitive experience. From its early editions, it drew international artists and overwhelming demand, evolving into a dynamic, multi-space festival where global performances, local talent, and unscripted cultural moments coexist. Beyond the stage, it activates the entire city—driving tourism, selling out accommodations, supporting local businesses, and employing thousands—while amplifying Shillong’s distinct music, fashion, and youth culture. Despite challenges such as weather and logistics, its adaptability and authenticity have transformed it into a cultural force that reshapes perceptions of the Northeast, making it not just an event but a continuously evolving cultural ecosystem.

**Event Timings:** 02:00 PM Onwards

**Footfall (approx):** 50000 pax across 2 days

**List of International Artists:** The Script, Jason Derulo, Aqua, Tyga, Diplo, Nora Fatehi, Arius, Drum Tao

**List of National Artists:**

- **Star Arena Stage**: Walter Wahlang, Dappest & aDL, Baddvision, Meba Ofilia, Zubeen Garg Tribute, DJ Zethan & Kennedy

- **Casa Bacardi Stage**: Ahaia, Larger Than 90, Bending Waves, Alive, Khasi Bloodz, Zephyrtone, 793SZN, Da-La-Riti, G-Hills Finest, Catatonic, Soulgroove, Novo, GATC

- **Bacardi Dome Stage**: Finding Mero, Sev, Arpan, Prismer, Smokey, Arki, Quills, Varun Vohra, Brian, Gary Daniel, Kevin Lywait, Nate 08, Some Guy

**Activities/Competitions:** Ms/Mr. Cherry Blossom (100 participants / Top 10 male & Top 10 female), Cosplay Contest (60 participants), Dancing Superstar (Top 20 finalists), Calisthenics (20 athletes), Graffiti (30 artists), Arm Wrestling Contest (over 100 participants across 2 days)

**The Drop 3.0 (DJ/Producer Contest):** Winner - Jovinci, Over 50 applicants

**Name of the Event Management Agency:** Rockski

**Ticket Prices:** ₹ 1500/2499/5999 onwards (Early Bird Category/General Access/VIP)

**Ticketing Portals:** Rockskitickets.com

**Tender Value:** ₹ 27,36,00,000