Imagine this: It’s a chilly January evening in North India, and suddenly your neighbourhood lights up with crackling bonfires, the sweet smell of sesame ladoos, and groups of people dancing around flames while singing folk songs. That’s Lohri – North India’s beloved harvest festival that feels like a warm hug after a chilly winter!Traditionally, Lohri marks the end of winter end and the Sun’s journey toward longer, brighter days (Makar Sankranti eve). Primarily celebrated by Punjabis, Sikhs, and Hindus in Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, and Himachal Pradesh, Lohri is a farmer’s thanksgiving for rabi crops like wheat, mustard, and sugarcane.People also celebrate legend Dulla Bhatti, a Robin Hood like figure who rescued village girls – his tale lives on in joyful folk songs around the fire.
When is Lohri in 2026?
In 2026, Lohri will be celebrated on January 13 (Tuesday night into Wednesday), as per the Hindu calendar. It falls on Paush-Purnima (full moon) before Makar Sankranti (which is on January 14).Just like no Indian festival is complete without special dishes made for the occasion, there are some specific foods that are prepared for Lohri too. These include til-gud ladoos (sesame-jaggery sweets), sarson da saag and makki di roti, gajak, rewri, among others.On this day, Bhangra beats and traditional Punjabi dances are also performed; while kids sing “Sundar-Mundri” (Dulla Bhatti folk songs), collecting treats house-to-house. For for newlyweds and first-time moms, Lohri is a special festival as they get special gifts and blessings on this auspicious day. Families pray for fertile lands, healthy children, and a prosperous year ahead. From farmers thanking earth to families making memories, Lohri blends gratitude, joy, and hope – making it a perfect farewell to winter. To help you wish your colleagues, friends and family on this occasion and share the warmth, here we list some messages, quotes, wishes and images to share on Lohri:
Best Messages, Quotes and Wishes to share on Lohri
1. May this Lohri bonfire burn away all your worries. Happy Lohri!2.”From our bonfire to your hearts –Lohri blessings for health, laughter, and ladoos!”3. Here’s wishing you and your family a very happy Lohri, from our family to yours!4. “Dancing around the fire with my favorite people tonight!Happy Lohri!5. “Sarson da saag, makki di roti, and endless family memories – perfect Lohri!”6. “Lohri diyan vadhaiyan! May our family bond grow stronger with every flame”7. “To the ones who make every festival brighter – Happy Lohri my loved ones!”8. “Til-gud ladoo sweetness for my sweetest family! Lohri Mubarak ho!”9.May your life be as sweet as the til-gud laddos we have today. Happy Lohri!10. May all your worries burn away with the bonfire tonight. Happy Lohri!11. Wishing you a very happy Lohri and a wonderful year ahead!12. Lohri di lakh lakh vadhaiyan! Happy Lohri ji!13. “Winter nights are cold, but our family love keeps us warm!Happy Lohri”14. “May Lohri bring prosperity to our doorstep! Love you forever family”15. Happy Lohri, everyone! Have a wonderful year ahead!16. “Our bonfire burns bright because we burn together! Happy Lohri fam!”17. “Lohri prayers for good health and happy hearts!Love my family!”18. “New year, new Lohri, same amazing family! Cheers to us!”19.”Bonfire nights and bestie fights – Happy Lohri yaar!”20. “To my partners in crime – may Lohri spice up our lives!”21. Ladoos for my ladoo-loving squad!Happy Lohri!22. Lohri Mubarak dost!23. Lohri wishes sweeter than rewri! Love ya gang!24. Sard winter, garam dosti! Happy Lohri, friends!25. To the friends who make every festival 10x more fun – Happy Lohri!26. We might be miles apart, but you are always in my heart. Sending you my love this Lohri!27. Lohri nights, friend fights, making memories, alright!28. Happy Lohri to the best team!29. May Lohri bring promotions and ladoos in 2026!30. To my work family – Happy Lohri! Let’s crush 2026 together!31.Office bonfire pending! Happy Lohri to the best team!32.May Lohri bring you career highs and sweet treats like laddoos and rewri! All the best!33. Lohri break from emails – enjoy with family team!34. Here’s to collaborative wins in 2026! Happy Lohri, colleagues!35. May this Lohri fire burn away all your sorrows, and light the paths to happier tomorrow.36. Happy Lohri!37. May sunshine light up your life after winter’s night!Happy Lohri!38. From Sarson da saag to sweet til-gud– sending Lohri’s love in every bite!39. Lohri Mubarak doston!40.I hope your life is filled with prosperity this year! Happy Lohri!41. Here’s to winter’s farewell, and spring’s hello – Happy Lohri to all!42. Lohri nights, starry delights, family fights turn to lights!43. May Lohri’s warmth melt all your worries away!44. Bhangra steps, happiness leaps – that’s Lohri magic!45.Lohri 2026: Here’s to new beginnings around warm gatherings!46. Lohri di lakh lakh khushiyan!47. May this Lohrit light up our hearts and home with happiness! Happy Lohri!
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