The second month in desi calendar following the Chet is Vaisakh (ਵੈਸਾਖ, بیساکھ), which signals the arrival of Summer. It falls in April and May (mid-April to mid-May). The climate starts to get hot, and days grow longer. The days get so hot that people and animals feel calm under the shade of trees.
This month is known as the Harvest Month in rural areas. Green fields turn golden as the crops ripen. Farmers have to stay alert to choose the perfect time to harvest their crops. This month pays off their hard work.
Vaisakh Calendar 2026 (ਵੈਸਾਖ)
Key Festivals of ਵੈਸਾਖ
- Vaisakhi
As this month is the harvest season, it is celebrated wholeheartedly in rural areas with cultural music, dance, and fairs. Vaisakhi, also known as Baisakhi, is the most important festival of this month, holding religious importance in Sikhism, and is celebrated with great zeal and zest by Hindu and Sikh communities in India.
The festival of Vaisakhi is referred as Baisakhi ka Mela in Pakistan and is celebrated in different regions of Punjab. Various gatherings are arranged in urban areas, showcasing the rich cultural legacy of Punjab.
The significant dates of key festivals and Gurpurab Dates, which fall this month have been mentioned below with days. Moreover, you can check out the Jeth Calendar 2026 to stay updated about the upcoming events.
Significant Dates of ਵੈਸਾਖ
| Event | Gregorian Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Event Sangrand | Date 14 April 2026 | Day Tuesday |
| Event Puranmashi | Date 1 May 2026 | Day Friday |
| Event Masya | Date 26 April 2026 | Day Sunday |
| Event Panchmi | Date 7 May 2026, 21 May 2026 | Day Thursday, Thursday |
| Event Dashmi | Date 12 May 2026, 25 May 2026 | Day Tuesday, Monday |
Gurpurab Dates of ਵੈਸਾਖ
| Gurpurab | Gregorian Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Event Vaisakhi (Khalsa Sajna Diwas) | Date 14 April 2026 | Day Tuesday |
| Event Parkash Diwas Guru Angad Dev Ji | Date 18 April 2026 | Day Saturday |
| Event Janam Bhagat Dhanna Ji | Date 21 April 2026 | Day Tuesday |
| Event Parkash Gurpurab Guru Amardas Ji | Date 30 April 2026 | Day Thursday |
| Event Shaheedi Jor Mela Mukatsar | Date 4 May 2026 | Day Monday |
| Event Gurgaddi Shri Guru Hargobind Ji | Date 10 May 2026 | Day Sunday |
| Event Sirhind Fateh Diwas | Date 12 May 2026 | Day Wednesday |
Interesting Facts about ਵੈਸਾਖ
- Harvest Festival Celebration
- ਵੈਸਾਖ (بیساکھ ) is synonymous with Vaisakhi, a grand festival celebrating the wheat harvest and abundance in Punjab.
- Punjabi New Year
- Marking new beginnings, people clean homes, wear new clothes, and start fresh ventures.
- Foundation of Khalsa
- Guru Gobind Singh Ji established the Khalsa Panth in 1699, celebrated with Nagar Kirtans and prayers.
- Seasonal Renewal
- Fields are cleared for the next sowing season, symbolizing growth and humanity’s bond with nature.
- A Time for Giving
- Charity and selfless service (sewa) are emphasized, with langars feeding the needy.
- Weather and Fruits
- Early summer brings warmer days, and seasonal delights like mangoes and melons appear in markets.
- Connection to Astrology and Zodiac
- ਵੈਸਾਖ (بیساکھ ) corresponds to the month when the sun enters the Aries zodiac sign (Mesha Sankranti), a transition considered highly auspicious in astrology.
- Many communities in India celebrate this as the beginning of the solar year.
- Featured in Gurbani and Punjabi Literature
- ਵੈਸਾਖ (بیساکھ ) is frequently mentioned in Gurbani (Sikh scripture), symbolizing devotion and dedication to the divine.
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A verse in Gurbani emphasizes the spiritual significance of ਵੇਸਾਖ (ویساکھ):
“Vesakh suhavda sada sach samai” (Vesakh is beautiful when one is absorbed in the eternal truth).
Conclusion
In short, ਵੈਸਾਖ (بیساکھ ) marks the transition to summer and brings the joy of harvest to farmers. It is a time for celebration, especially with the festival of Baisakhi, which holds great importance for Sikhs and Hindus. Farmers reap the rewards of their hard work and this month is significant culturally and religiously.