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Lohri
A Punjabi bonfire festival marking the end of winter.
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Festival Overview
What is Lohri?
A Punjabi bonfire festival marking the end of winter.
ReligionIndigenous & Folk
CategoryHarvest
Celebrated inIndia
Duration1 day
ReachPunjab, India
History, Origin & Significance
The Story Behind Lohri
Lohri is a midwinter folk and harvest festival that marks the passing of the winter solstice and the end of winter. It is a traditional welcome of longer days and the sun's journey to the Northern Hemisphere. It is one of the Indian harvest festivals observed on or near Makar Sankranti and falls on the night before Maghi which commonly falls on 13 January every year. It is celebrated primarily in the Punjab region of India and Pakistan and also other regions of northern India such as Duggar and Jammu in Jammu and Kashmir, Haryana and Himachal Pradesh.
Source: Wikipedia — Lohri
At a Glance
Celebration & Rituals
1 day of celebration
A single, focused day of observance and celebration.
Bonfire gatherings
The most recognisable custom of Lohri.
Punjab, India
Communities across 1 country take part.
Til Rewri
A signature dish closely associated with the celebration.
Flavours of the Celebration
Food & Culture
No Lohri celebration is complete without its signature dishes, shared with family and community throughout the festivities.
Til RewriGajakPopcorn & peanutsSarson da Saag
Customs & Practices
Traditions
The customs practised during Lohri vary by region, but these are the most widely recognised.
Bonfire gatheringsFolk songs & danceOfferings of sesame & jaggery
Duration
Lohri Timeline
The Day of Celebration · Jan 13, 2027
Bonfire gatherings
Where It's Celebrated
Location & Country Details
Celebrated In
🇮🇳 India
Primarily celebrated in Punjab, India. Detailed country facts (capital, currency, languages) need a REST Countries API key configured — see .env.example.
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Travel Information
Best time to plan around
Typically celebrated in January.
Where to go
India
- Rural and regional areas often host the most authentic celebrations.
- Seasonal produce and street food are usually at their best.
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Lohri falls on Jan 13, 2027 (estimated date — exact timing can vary by region or calendar reckoning).
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