Planning your spiritual journey, family celebrations, or community events for the entire year just got easier! A popular YouTube Short has released the complete 2026 Sikh Festival Calendar, listing every major religious holiday with exact dates. Whether you’re in Punjab, abroad, or anywhere in the Sikh diaspora, this handy guide ensures you never miss a Gurpurab, martyrdom day, or important festival.
January 2026
- Monday, 5 January – Guru Gobind Singh Ji’s Birthday (Gurpurab)
- Tuesday, 13 January – Maghi / Lohri
- Saturday, 31 January – Guru Har Rai Ji’s Birthday
March 2026
- Wednesday, 4 March – Holi & Hola Mohalla
April 2026
- Tuesday, 14 April – Vaisakhi (Baisakhi)
- Saturday, 18 April – Birthday of Guru Angad Dev Ji & Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji’s Birthday
- Thursday, 30 April – Guru Amar Das Ji’s Birthday
May 2026
- Saturday, 2 May – Guru Arjan Dev Ji’s Birthday
June 2026
- Tuesday, 16 June – Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Sahib
July 2026
- Sunday, 5 July – Guru Hargobind Ji’s Birthday
- Thursday, 23 July – Guru Har Krishan Ji’s Birthday
September 2026
- Tuesday, 1 September – Birth of the Guru Granth Sahib Ji
October 2026
- Friday, 9 October – Guru Ram Das Ji’s Birthday
November 2026
- Sunday, 8 November – Diwali
- Tuesday, 24 November – Martyrdom of Guru Tegh Bahadur Sahib & Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday (Gurpurab)
This calendar covers all the major Sikh religious holidays, including the ten Gurus’ birthdays, martyrdom days, Vaisakhi, Maghi, Lohri, Hola Mohalla, and the sacred occasions of Guru Granth Sahib and Diwali.
Why This Calendar Matters
Sikh festivals are not just dates on a calendar — they are reminders of courage, sacrifice, equality, and devotion. From celebrating the birth of Guru Gobind Singh Ji (the founder of the Khalsa) to honouring the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji and Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji, each day offers an opportunity for prayer, kirtan, langar, and community service.
Many families and gurdwaras use such lists to plan nagar kirtans, special ardas, and prasad distributions months in advance. Having the 2026 dates ready now means you can book leave, arrange family gatherings, or coordinate with your local gurdwara without last-minute stress.
Quick Tips to Make the Most of 2026
- Mark the dates in your phone calendar and set reminders for the eve (many Gurpurabs include all-night kirtans).
- Check with your local gurdwara for exact timings, as some observances follow the Nanakshahi calendar.
- Combine festivals where dates overlap (like Holi/Hola Mohalla or the November twin events) for grand celebrations.
- Share this list with friends and family — especially those living outside India — so everyone stays connected to Sikh heritage.
Stay blessed, keep your faith strong, and make 2026 a year filled with Waheguru’s grace and joyful celebrations! 🙏
Sat Sri Akal
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