Punjabi festivals are a vibrant expression of the community’s deep connection to nature, history, and spirituality. From the warmth of winter bonfires to the energy of spring harvest dances, each festival carries centuries of tradition, meaning, and community spirit.
Winter Festivals
- Lohri — The bonfire festival marking the end of winter, celebrated on January 13th
- Maghi — Honouring the sacrifice of the 40 Mukte on January 14th
Spring Festivals
- Basant Panchami — The kite-flying spring festival celebrating the arrival of the season
- Vaisakhi — The harvest festival and the founding of the Sikh Khalsa on April 13/14
- Hola Mohalla — The Sikh festival of martial arts and devotion at Anandpur Sahib
Religious Observances
- Gurpurab — Sikh observances commemorating the lives and teachings of the Sikh Gurus