Are you planning your 2027 calendar around the Khalsa tradition? The Sikh holidays 2027 schedule includes the key Gurpurabs (birth and martyrdom anniversaries of the Gurus) and historical festivals like Vaisakhi and Bandi Chhor Divas. Use the table below for exact dates.
What Are the Main Sikh Festivals in 2027?
The most significant Sikh holiday in 2027 is Vaisakhi, on Wednesday, April 14, 2027. It marks the birth of the Khalsa and the Sikh New Year. The other major dates are Bandi Chhor Divas on October 29 and Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s birthday (Gurpurab) on November 14, 2027.
Sikh Holidays 2027 Calendar (Gurpurab & Festival Dates)
| Date | Holiday / Event | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 13 | Lohri | Winter harvest festival, observed the evening before Maghi |
| Jan 14 | Maghi | Honoring the forty martyrs (Chali Mukte) |
| Jan 15 | Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti | Birthday of the 10th Sikh Guru |
| Mar 23 | Hola Mohalla | Military exercises, mock battles and martial arts displays |
| Apr 14 | Vaisakhi | Birth of the Khalsa & Sikh New Year |
| Jun 18 | Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji | Commemorating the sacrifice of the 5th Guru |
| Sep 1 | Parkash Utsav Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji | First installation of the Guru Granth Sahib |
| Oct 29 | Bandi Chhor Divas | “Day of Liberation” (celebrated with Diwali) |
| Nov 14 | Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti | Birthday of the founder of Sikhism |
Gurpurab 2027 Dates
A Gurpurab marks an anniversary in the lives of the Sikh Gurus. The main Gurpurab 2027 dates are:
- Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti: January 15, 2027
- Martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji: June 18, 2027
- Parkash Utsav of Guru Granth Sahib Ji: September 1, 2027
- Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Gurpurab: November 14, 2027
Dates for lunar-based Gurpurabs can shift by a day depending on the calendar your Gurdwara follows (Nanakshahi or Bikrami), so confirm with your local Gurdwara or the SGPC.
Sikh Holidays in August 2027
August 2027 has no major Gurpurab or national Sikh festival on the main calendar. Many Sikhs still observe the monthly Sangrand (the first day of the Punjabi month) at the Gurdwara with kirtan and the reading of the Barah Maha. The next major observance is the Parkash Utsav of Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji on September 1, so August is a good month to plan ahead for the autumn festival season.
Key Highlights of the 2027 Sikh Calendar
Vaisakhi (April 14)
Unlike many holidays that shift with the lunar cycle, Vaisakhi is fixed to the solar calendar. In 2027 it falls on a Wednesday. Expect large Nagar Kirtan processions and the replacing of the Nishan Sahib (the Sikh flag) at Gurdwaras worldwide.
Bandi Chhor Divas (October 29)
Often coinciding with Diwali, this “Day of Liberation” celebrates Guru Hargobind Ji’s release from Gwalior Fort along with 52 kings. It is a festival of light, freedom and justice, marked by lamps at Gurdwaras and the Golden Temple in Amritsar.
Guru Nanak Dev Ji’s Birthday (November 14)
One of the most sacred days in the Sikh year, it is celebrated with Akhand Path (the 48-hour continuous reading of the Guru Granth Sahib), Nagar Kirtan and community meals (Langar).
FAQs
What are the major Sikh holidays?
The major Sikh holidays are Vaisakhi, Bandi Chhor Divas, Guru Nanak Dev Jayanti, Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti, Hola Mohalla, Maghi, and the Gurpurabs marking the martyrdom of Guru Arjan Dev Ji and Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji. In 2027 the biggest are Vaisakhi (April 14), Bandi Chhor Divas (October 29) and Guru Nanak Jayanti (November 14).
Where can I find the 2027 Punjabi calendar?
The official Nanakshahi calendar is published by the SGPC (Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee), and most local Gurdwaras post a yearly Punjabi calendar. For a quick reference, use the Sikh holidays 2027 PDF on this page, which lists every major festival and Gurpurab date.
What is the difference between a Gurpurab and a Mela?
A Gurpurab is an anniversary tied to the lives of the Sikh Gurus (birth, martyrdom or installation of the Guru Granth Sahib). A Mela (like Maghi or Hola Mohalla) is a larger communal gathering or fair that celebrates Sikh history and bravery.
Are these dates the same every year?
Some are. Vaisakhi is fixed to the solar calendar, and many Nanakshahi dates stay constant. Others, such as Guru Nanak Jayanti and Bandi Chhor Divas, follow the lunar calendar and move across the Gregorian calendar each year.