By Akanksha
January 05, 2026
Witness a loud, joyful and deeply traditional Lohri celebration in the heart of Punjab.
Plus, visit the Golden Temple in the evening for a soulful experience.
If you are experiencing Lohri for the first time, Ludhiana is a good place, as the city hosts grand-scale celebrations.
Bonfires are lit, folk singers and dancers put on the best shows, kite-flying contests are held, making it a colourful celebration.
The capital of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh hosts Lohri with a modern touch while keeping traditions intact.
Parks, housing societies and community centres come alive with bonfires, folk performances and festive food.
Punjabi neighbourhoods light up the capital with unmatched zeal and fervour.
Visit West and North Delhi to see rooftop parties and society gatherings lighting bonfires and singing traditional songs.
Celebrate Lohri amid snow-kissed towns and mountains in Himachal Pradesh.
Bonfires feel extra cosy in the winter chill. Traditional Himachali songs and local sweets add their own unique charm.