Festivals

Also celebrated in Sikar, this festival marks the sun’s northward journey. People fly kites, eat traditional sweets, and gather with family. (A pan-India festival widely observed in Rajasthan too.)

Holi is celebrated enthusiastically across Sikar like the rest of India. People play with colors, music and dance, marking the arrival of spring and victory of good over evil.

Deepotsav is the festive celebration around Diwali (Festival of Lights) in Sikar, marked with lights, cultural programs and traditional performances

Held at the Jeenmata Temple near Sikar, this annual fair is dedicated to Goddess Jeenmata. It’s celebrated with religious gatherings, stalls, local food and festivities, often during Navratri seasons.

A cultural festival celebrated in the Shekhawati region (including Sikar). It highlights the local heritage, traditional arts, rural life, folk dances, music, and activities like camel rides and crafts

A very important religious fair held in Khatu Shyamji temple town (Sikar district). Devotees from all over India take part in prayers, rituals and celebrations dedicated to Lord Shyam (Barbarika) every year (usually in Feb–Mar)