Harvest, kites and the sun turning north
Makar Sankranti and Pongal 2027 in Melbourne
82 days to go
Makar Sankranti and Pongal, also written Uttarayan, begins on Thursday 14 January 2027 and runs for 2 days. Harvest, kites and the sun turning north, celebrated in Melbourne by temples, community associations and families across Victoria. The listings here come from organisers and public announcements, and the page updates as programmes are published, so it is worth checking back closer to the date.
Nothing listed yet for Makar Sankranti and Pongal 2027 in Melbourne
Organisers usually publish Makar Sankranti and Pongal programmes four to six weeks out. If you are running one in Melbourne, list it and it will appear here.
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Where to celebrate in Victoria
Temples across Victoria that hold Makar Sankranti and Pongal programmes. Check each one for its own times.
- Astha Nepali Hindu Society of Victoria / Shree Pashupatinath Temple Melbourne(269 Pearcedale Rd, Cranbourne South VIC)
- Atam Ras Kirtan Darbar Gurdwara Blackburn(Blackburn)
- BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir Melbourne(Mill Park)
- BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Cranbourne centre(175-177 Smiths Lane, Cranbourne South 3977)
- BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir, Melbourne (Mill Park)(60 Heaths Court, Mill Park 3082)
- Ballarat Hindu Temple & Cultural Centre Inc.(Ballarat / PO Box 4288 Lucas VIC 3350)
- Buddhist Discussion Centre Upwey(Upwey)
- Buddhist Society of Victoria Buddhaloka Centre(Toorak)
Makar Sankranti and Pongal 2027 in Melbourne: questions people ask
When is Makar Sankranti and Pongal 2027 in Melbourne?
Thursday 14 January 2027 to Friday 15 January 2027. 82 days to go. Community celebrations often fall on the nearest weekend, so check each event's own date.
Where can I celebrate Makar Sankranti and Pongal in Melbourne?
Nothing is listed yet for 2027. Temples across Victoria usually hold programmes, and this page updates as organisers publish theirs.
What is Makar Sankranti and Pongal?
Harvest, kites and the sun turning north. It is also written Uttarayan.
Are Makar Sankranti and Pongal events on Chalo alcohol free?
Yes. Every event on Chalo is listed as alcohol free and family safe.
How do I list a Makar Sankranti and Pongal event in Melbourne?
Create a free listing from the Create event button. It appears on this page once it is live.