Golden Temple held Guru Ram Das Parkash Purb on 27 October
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- Guru Ram Das Parkash Purb ran at the shrine from 25 to 27 October 2026, with the head granthi announcing the programme.
- A nagar kirtan left Akal Takht on 26 October 2026, while historic artefacts were displayed across three sites.
- Construction of the temple and its pool continued under Guru Arjan Dev in 1588, according to Incredible India.
The Golden Temple (Sri Harmandir Sahib) in Amritsar held the Guru Ram Das Parkash Purb from 25 to 27 October 2026, with religious programmes and evening illumination. The observance brought a dated programme to one of India’s most important Sikh shrines.
Guru Ram Das Parkash Purb brought three days of events
The programme combined special kirtan darbars, a nagar kirtan, the display of historical artefacts, deepmala and fireworks. The main observance took place on 27 October, the day associated with Guru Ram Das, the fourth Sikh Guru and founder of Amritsar.
Special kirtan darbars were held on 25 and 26 October. Renowned ragis from India and abroad performed in the raag partaal tradition from 7pm to 1am on both days, as reported by The Tribune programme report.
On 26 October, a special nagar kirtan began at 10am from the Akal Takht. On 27 October, a saroop of Guru Granth Sahib associated with Baba Deep Singh was ceremonially installed, while Jalau displays were arranged at the Golden Temple, the Akal Takht and Gurdwara Baba Atal Rai Sahib.
Amrit Sarovar and the shrine shaped the observance
The celebrations were tied closely to the complex itself rather than being a city event with only a passing connection. The procession began at the Akal Takht, precious historical objects were shown at named buildings, and the evening deepmala illuminated the shrine beside the Amrit Sarovar.
The temple stands in Amritsar, Punjab, around the sacred pool known as Amrit Sarovar. The national tourism authority describes four entrances, a marble pathway around the water, the central Darbar Sahib worship hall, the Akal Takht, a museum, a clock tower and the Langar community kitchen.
The site was founded by Guru Ramdas Sahib, while construction of the temple and its pool continued under Guru Arjan Dev in 1588. Maharaja Ranjit Singh later had the upper floors covered in 750 kilograms of gold, a material detail that gives the 2026 lamp display a direct connection to the building’s visible appearance. Further background is provided by Incredible India’s site guide.
Religious music continued beyond the main celebration
The three-day programme was followed by special mukhwak recitations and Gurmat vichaar sessions dedicated to Guru Ram Das. These sessions were scheduled from 25 October to 9 November 2026 at Gurdwara Diwan Hall Manji Sahib, extending the observance beyond the principal evening of lights.
For travellers, the connection between the dates and the architecture is practical: the 26 October procession concerned the Akal Takht, while the 27 October displays involved the principal shrine and two named buildings in the same complex.
Visiting Golden Temple: what travellers from Western Europe should know
- The Guru Ram Das Parkash Purb programme ran from 25 to 27 October 2026 at the Golden Temple, with further recitations and discussions scheduled through 9 November 2026.
- The 26 October nagar kirtan started at the Akal Takht, while the 27 October programme included Jalau displays, deepmala and fireworks at the shrine.
- The complex is in Amritsar, Punjab, and the tourism authority lists Amritsar Central Railway Station and Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport as the nearest main transport points.
- Visitors encounter the Amrit Sarovar, a marble pathway around the pool, the central Darbar Sahib hall and several buildings including the Akal Takht and Gurdwara Baba Atal Rai Sahib.
- Entry requirements depend on your nationality; UK travellers can check the FCDO travel advice at gov.uk/foreign-travel-advice, Irish travellers the Department of Foreign Affairs at ireland.ie.
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Frequently asked questions about Golden Temple
When did Guru Ram Das Parkash Purb take place at Golden Temple?
The main programme took place on 27 October 2026, within celebrations held from 25 to 27 October 2026.
What was displayed during the 2026 celebration?
Jalau displays of precious historical objects were arranged at the Golden Temple, the Akal Takht and Gurdwara Baba Atal Rai Sahib on 27 October 2026.
Where is Golden Temple and how do you get there?
The shrine is in Amritsar, Punjab. Incredible India lists Amritsar Central Railway Station and Sri Guru Ram Dass Jee International Airport as the nearest main transport points.
