| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | 26th Hornbill Festival |
| Start Date | 1st December 2023 |
| Location | Naga Heritage Village, Kisama, Kohima |
| Significance | Coincided with Nagaland's Statehood Day |
| Duration | Ten-day festival |
| Participants | All major Naga tribes |
| Activities | Traditional music, dance, crafts, local food, cultural showcases |
| Inaugural Ceremony | Hosted by Governor of Nagaland, Ajay Kumar Bhalla, at Unity Plaza |
| International Partners | United Kingdom, Ireland, France, Austria, Malta, Switzerland |
| State Partner | Arunachal Pradesh |
| Pre-ceremony Events | Department stalls, exhibitions, carnival activities |
| Festival Reach | Programs planned across different parts of Nagaland |
| Evolution | From tourism promotion to globally recognized cultural festival |
| Global Appeal | Attracts visitors, performers, and collaborators from India and worldwide |

