The “Punjab Fairs” add to the vibrant and dynamic character of one of the most colorful state of India. The state of Punjab has a rich culture and tradition which is expressed through the various “fairs” that provides the people of Punjab a platform to enjoy and indulge in merry making. The state of Punjab has a long religious history which offers the state with numerous festivals and fairs that reflect the cultural traditions of the state.
The colorful Fairs of Punjab attracts many tourist who coincide their visit with the festivities of the state so that they can witness the vibrant culture of the state.
Some of the notable fairs of the state are:
- Baisakhi- One of the most colorful event of Punjab, the Baisakhi marks the onset of a new year
- Bathinda The Chhapaar Mela- This wonderful fair is celebrated in Ludhiana
- Dera Baba Nanak- This religious fair of Gurdaspur is one of the important religious fair of the state
- Gurdwara Fatehgarh Sahib Jor Mela- This is another landmark fair of Punjab
- Gurdwara Manji Sahib- This famous fair of Alamgir draws several tourist
- Gurdwara Thumb Sahib- The Gurdwara Thumb Sahib Mela of the Maghi district is celebrated with great pomp and glory
- Harballah Sangeet Sammelan- All the musical maestros of the state assemble in Jalandhar to fill the air with music
- Hola Mohalla- This is a famous fair of the Anandpur Sahib
- Lohri- Celebrated during winters, the fair welcomes the harvest season with song and dance
- Ludhiana Jarap Mela Martry Fair- This fair commemorates the contribution of the great heroes from the state
- Mukatsar Maghi Fair- This fair is celebrated with much excitement and enthusiasm
- Prof. Mohan Singh Mela- This fair is celebrated in Ludhiana to mark the contribution of the Prof. Mohan Singh in the field of education
- Raipur Sports Festival- The Raipur Sports Festival highlights the sporting zeal of the people of the state
- Rauza Sharif- This Fair is celebrated all over the state that fills the air with joy and excitement
- Rose Festival- The Rose Festival of Chandigarh during winters attracts many visitors from far and wide
- Baisakhi Festival
- Bathinda The Chhapaar Mela(Ludhiana)
- Dera Baba Nanak, Gurdaspur
- Gurdwara Fatehgarh Sahib Jor Mela
- Gurdwara Manji Sahib, Alamgir
- Gurdwara Nanaksar Jagroan
- Gurdwara Thumb Sahib, Maghi
- Harballah Sangeet Sammelan
- Hola Mohalla, Anandpur Sahib
- Lohri
- Ludhiana Jarag Mela Martyr Fair
- Mukatsar Maghi Fair
- Prof. Mohan Singh Mela, Ludhiana
- Raipur Sports Festival
- Rauza Sharif, Sirhind
- Rose Festival, Chandigarh
