What is a Pakistani festival?
I remember once listening to a friend describe Pakistani festivals, and it struck me that the word ‘festivals’ hadn’t cut it for me. It made the event sound as if it was more similar to an Indian’s Holi- celebrations. In that case, it’s probably just better to call them ‘events.’ Here’s how I’d describe a Pakistani festival: A party. A celebration of anything you can imagine. A time to come together and celebrate everything beautiful about the Pakistani culture. A party to dance away your worries, your day, or even the upcoming holidays. You can attend a festival as many times as you want on the weekend, by yourself, with friends, or even with family. It’s a celebration that puts a smile on your face. So how does it differ from a regular party?
Eid ul Azha
We could start with the most significant religious holiday in Pakistan, Eid ul Azha or ‘The Great Feast’ known in Urdu. This festival is an essential and long-established tradition that is celebrated across the country. In Pakistan, Muslim families get together to slaughter sheep and distribute the meat to the poor. So this festival is not just about food and celebrations for the Pakistani people, but it is a part of Islam. Lahore Marathon 2017 The eighth Lahore Marathon has been attracting several runners for the last two years and is well known as the perfect warm-up for the three-day half marathon event. The marathon is running from October 6th through to October 8th at the Athletic Stadium in Lahore.
Lailat-e-Qadr
It is when all the followers of Islam from all over the world would gather for one of the holiest of times. Thousands of people would come to participate in the ceremony, the ultimate day of peace in Islam. Ali Badshah The most enormous Shia procession takes place in Lahore on the 12th day of Muharram. People start coming out of their houses in the wee hours of the morning to join the celebrations. This beautiful tradition draws in people from all across the world. Cultural Diwali Celebrating Diwali can be a magical experience for anyone. A mixture of Hindus and Muslims that help celebrate the festival of lights with an equal amount of pomp and joy. Witness the beauty of culture.
Shab e Barat
The celebrations of Shab e Barat, which is celebrated in honor of a Muslim prophet, Maulana Mohammad, are taking place across Pakistan. This festival has been followed since the 15th century when the prophet’s wife gave birth to 12 sons and four daughters. With each generation getting 12 sons and four daughters, the festival is inspiring for Muslims worldwide. With such a heavy theme and a short period for celebration, it’s no surprise that it is trendy. Many events are happening around the festival, and many of them are free to attend. The festivities started on August 29th and went through September 3rd. Karachi Jazz Festival Karachi, Pakistan is a city that offers everything from Islamic lectures to hip-hop concerts.
Mehfil-e-Mushaira
Mehfil-e-Mushaira has become the most celebrated and preeminent event in Pakistan. During this annual literary event, prominent poets and singers come together to perform. The festival usually takes place in April and draws thousands of music lovers to Lahore. Although this festival happens typically once a year, its significance and significance is renowned and acknowledged by everyone. The Ramzan Mela The ‘Ramzan Mela’ is a gathering of devotees that includes people from all walks of life. It’s a glorious event that takes place in Rawalpindi. Aimaaf Science Festival, The Aimaaf Science Festival, is a summer extravaganza focusing on science and technology. The festival was founded in 2014 by Dr. Murtaza Noor Khan, a scientist, and educator.
Conclusion
So, I’m sure you’ve now noticed how many extraordinary events there are for your friends and family to enjoy in Pakistan. So go ahead and get together for one of the many events that Pakistan has to offer, and, just like I did with some of these events, I hope to introduce you to more. If you have any of your suggestions for significant Pakistan event this year, let us know in the comments below!
