Lohri
Thu, 14 January 2027
Happy Lohri! May the bonfire bring warmth, prosperity and joy to your home.
Significance
The Punjabi harvest festival on the eve of Makar Sankranti celebrates the end of winter's longest nights with a bonfire.
Traditional rituals
- Bonfire with rewri, peanuts, popcorn and til
- Folk songs and bhangra
- Celebrating newborns and newlyweds
Do's
- Offer til, rewri and popcorn to the fire and share with all. Regional / family custom
- Celebrate together with folk songs. Lifestyle & wellbeing
Don'ts
- Mind fire safety; avoid burning plastic. Lifestyle & wellbeing
Ayurvedic connection
Sesame, jaggery and peanuts are warming winter foods that balance Vata.
Dates follow sunrise-based Panchang for the selected city. Regional calendars may differ by a day — follow your family or temple tradition.