About Haryana

Overview

A state of agricultural prosperity and modern development, Haryana offers a unique blend of rural charm and urban sophistication. Known for wrestling traditions, delicious dairy products, and vibrant festivals. Explore ancient temples, enjoy traditional Haryanvi cuisine, and experience the warmth of its people in this land of opportunity.

Cities in Haryana

4 places to explore

Upcoming events in Haryana

Festivals and celebrations across the state

SARAS Aajeevika Mela, Gurugram

Ongoing

Handloom, crafts and regional food from rural women entrepreneurs across India at Leisure Valley Park, Gurugram, from 22 October to 6 November 2026.

Oct 22, 2026–Nov 06, 2026
Gurugram, Haryana

Lohri

Lohri is a vibrant winter festival celebrated mainly in Punjab and parts of North India, marking the end of the coldest days of the season. Observed around mid-January, it celebrates the harvest of rabi crops, especially sugarcane and wheat. People gather around bonfires, offering sesame seeds, jaggery, peanuts, and popcorn while singing folk songs. Traditional dances like bhangra and gidda add to the festive spirit. Lohri symbolizes warmth, prosperity, and gratitude for nature’s bounty.

Jan 14, 2027
Punjab

International Gita Mahotsav

The International Gita Mahotsav is a grand annual celebration held in **Kurukshetra, Haryana**, honouring the teachings of the Bhagavad Gita. The festival centres around the sacred Brahma Sarovar, where devotees gather for Gita recitations, spiritual discourses and mass **“Gita Path”** events. Cultural programmes, folk performances, devotional music and light-and-sound shows add a vibrant touch to the celebrations. A large crafts and handloom fair showcases traditional art, regional products and local cuisine. The event also includes spiritual seminars, yoga sessions and social-welfare activities. Held around Gita Jayanti in November–December, the Mahotsav attracts pilgrims, scholars and visitors from across India and abroad, making it one of the country’s most prominent spiritual-cultural festivals.

Dec 05–25, 2026
Kurukshetra, Haryana