Festivals

Gurpurab | ਗੁਰਪੁਰਬ | गुरुपर्व The holy anniversaries celebrating the births and sacred lives of the Sikh Gurus through continuous prayers (Akhand Path) and Nagar Kirtans. Introduction Gurpurab (derived from Guru and Purab, meaning auspicious occasion) refers to the sacred Sikh anniversaries celebrating the birth (Parkash Purab), martyrdom (Shaheedi Purab), or accession of the ten … Read more

Hola Mohalla | ਹੋਲਾ ਮਹੱਲਾ | होला मोहल्ला The grand three-day Sikh martial festival at Anandpur Sahib featuring Gatka sword martial arts, horsemanship, archery, and community Langar. Introduction Hola Mohalla is a spectacular three-day Sikh festival celebrated in March, the day after Holi, at the historic fort city of Anandpur Sahib in Punjab. Established by … Read more

Vaisakhi | ਵਿਸਾਖੀ | बैसाखी The grand harvest festival of Punjab and the historic anniversary of the creation of the Khalsa Panth by Guru Gobind Singh Ji in 1699. Introduction Vaisakhi (or Baisakhi) is the most monumental festival in Punjab, celebrated on April 13th or 14th each year. It serves a profound dual purpose: it … Read more

Maghi | ਮਾਘੀ | माघी Commemorating the supreme sacrifice of the 40 Liberated Ones (Chali Mukte) who laid down their lives for Guru Gobind Singh Ji at Sri Muktsar Sahib. Introduction Maghi is a major historical and religious festival celebrated across Punjab on January 14th — the first day of the Punjabi month of Magh, … Read more

Basant Panchami | ਬਸੰਤ ਪੰਚਮੀ | बसंत पंचमी The vibrant arrival of spring celebrated with yellow attire, blossoming golden mustard fields, sweet saffron rice, and high-flying kite flying. Introduction Basant Panchami marks the joyful arrival of spring in Punjab. Celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the month of Magh (late January/February), the festival brings … Read more

Lohri | ਲੋਹੜੀ | लोहड़ी The winter harvest festival of Punjab celebrated with glowing evening bonfires, folk songs of Dulla Bhatti, rewri, sesame sweets, and peanuts. Introduction Lohri is one of the most eagerly anticipated winter festivals of Punjab, celebrated every year on January 13th on the eve of Makar Sankranti. Marking the culmination of … Read more