What is Lohri?

Lohri is a popular Punjabi harvest festival celebrated with bonfires, folk songs, and joyful gatherings. It marks the end of winter and the arrival of longer days.

Lohri 2026 Date

Lohri kab hai?

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Lohri is celebrated a day before Makar Sankranti.

Why Lohri is Celebrated

Significance of Lohri

Welcomes longer days

Celebrates winter crops

Honors the Sun & Fire

Honors the Sun & Fire

Lohri Rituals , Lohri puja

Lighting the sacred bonfire

Singing traditional folk songs

Offering sesame, jaggery & peanuts

Traditional Lohri Foods

Rewari & peanuts

Gajak & jaggery sweets

Makki di roti & sarson da saag

Lohri sweets

Lohri celebration in Punjab

Bhangra & Gidda dance

Folk songs praising Dulla Bhatti

Community bonfires

Lohri is a festival of joy, unity, and tradition.

Lohri celebration in India

Punjab & Haryana-Grand celebrations

Delhi - Community bonfires

Himachal Pradesh – Folk rituals

Spiritual Meaning

Lohri teaches us to: ✨ Let go of negativity ✨ Welcome positivity & light ✨ Express gratitude to nature ✨ Strengthen family bonds

Step Into a Brighter New Season