Festivals

Gurupurab

Gurupurab

Refers to the celebration of an anniversary of a Guru's birth in Sikhism, particularly referring to Guru Nanak and other Sikh Gurus.

Haldi Kumkum

Haldi Kumkum

A social gathering of women during Sankranti where they exchange haldi (turmeric) and kumkum (vermilion) as symbols of goodwill.

Hanukkah

Hanukkah

An eight-day Jewish festival of lights celebrated by lighting the menorah, playing dreidel, and eating oil-based foods.

Hanuman Jayanti

Hanuman Jayanti

Celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman, the monkey god known for his devotion, strength, and perseverance.

Hazrat Ali's Birthday

Hazrat Ali's Birthday

Celebration of the birth of Hazrat Ali, cousin and son-in-law of Prophet Muhammad, particularly significant for Shia Muslims.

Hindi Diwas

Hindi Diwas

Celebrated on September 14 to commemorate the adoption of Hindi as one of the official languages of India.