Archive · 25 Oct 2025
Guru Nanak Jayanti Celebrations Commence with Prabhat Pheri
Guru Nanak Jayanti is a big Sikh holiday, celebrating the birth of Guru Nanak.
It starts with Prabhat Pheri, an early morning procession where people sing hymns and songs.
This tradition started long ago and continues today.
People walk around, playing music, and sharing sweets.
It's like welcoming a happy morning and chasing away anything bad.
This year, the main day is November 5th, marking Guru Nanak Dev Ji's birth, with celebrations lasting for three days.
Guru Nanak Jayanti is the most important festival for the Sikh community.
The festival is celebrated on the full moon day of Kartik.
Celebrations begin with Prabhat Pheri, an early morning procession.
Prabhat Pheri involves reciting shabads and playing instruments.
Guru Nanak Jayanti will be celebrated on November 5.
- Who
- Sikh community
- What
- Celebration of Guru Nanak Jayanti marked by Prabhat Pheri
- When
- Annually on the full moon day of Kartik; Prabhat Pheri begins celebrations
- Where
- Throughout the country, especially Punjab
- Why
- To celebrate the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji and invoke good spirits
- Event
- Guru Nanak Jayanti
- Founder of Sikhism
- Guru Nanak Dev Ji
- Celebration Start
- Prabhat Pheri
- 2024 Celebration Date
- November 5
- Significance
- Marks birth anniversary of Guru Nanak