Deeltei Mongolia – National Costumes Festival

One of the Best Summer Cultural Festivals in Ulaanbaatar, Mongolia

Deeltei Mongolia is a vibrant National Costumes Festival that celebrates Mongolia’s traditional clothing, ethnic diversity, and living heritage. Held annually on July 10th in Sükhbaatar Square in Ulaanbaatar, it has become one of the best summer festivals in Mongolia and a key highlight for visitors seeking authentic cultural experiences.

The festival is organized by the Capital City Governor’s Office, the City Tourism Department, the Mongolian Tourism Association, and Mongol Costumes LLC. Throughout the day, the city transforms into a living cultural showcase promoting traditional deels (Mongolian national dress), folk arts, and handcrafted clothing from different regions and ethnic groups across Mongolia.

What to Experience at Deeltei Mongolia

• Parades of locals wearing traditional deels in a wide variety of colors and regional styles
• Cultural performances featuring Mongolian music, dance, and folk arts
• Showcases of national clothing producers and contemporary designers
• Customs and tradition zones where visitors can explore aspects of Mongolian life and heritage
• “Mongolian Customs and Tradition Town” activities hosted in gers across Ulaanbaatar’s districts

Beyond the main square, Ulaanbaatar’s districts host special Customs and Tradition Towns, where visitors can experience Mongolian games, calligraphy, folk arts, lifestyle displays, and cultural demonstrations inside traditional gers. This offers travelers a unique opportunity to see how Mongolia’s heritage is preserved and reimagined in modern urban life.

As part of The Best of Mongolia travel collection, Deeltei Mongolia – National Costumes Festival stands out as a must-see summer event for those who want to experience authentic traditional clothing, living culture, and national pride in the heart of Ulaanbaatar.