Eid Milad-un-Nabi is observed on the 12th of Rabi-ul-Awwal in the Islamic calendar. The day is marked by public processions, conferences (Mehfil-e-Naat), and the illumination of mosques and houses with green lights and buntings. Major cities like Karachi, Lahore, and Islamabad see grand rallies where religious scholars highlight the life and teachings of the Prophet. It is a day of profound spiritual significance and public expression of devotion for the majority of Pakistanis.

Mela Chiraghan is a three-day annual festival held at the shrine of the 16th-century Sufi poet and saint Shah Hussain, also known as Madho Lal Hussain, near the Shalamar Gardens in Lahore. It was historically the largest festival in Punjab and is famous for the 'Alao' (large fire) where devotees light candles and lamps (Chiraghs) to seek blessings. The festival reflects the syncretic Sufi culture of the region, emphasizing love and spiritual devotion beyond religious boundaries.

Chilam Joshi is the spring festival of the Kalash people, an indigenous ethnic group in the Chitral district. Celebrated in May, the festival involves rituals to thank the gods for the abundance of dairy and crops. The Kalash women wear elaborate black gowns with colorful embroidery and cowrie-shell head dresses. The festival is characterized by traditional dancing and singing in the communal circles, attracting tourists who come to witness one of the most distinct and ancient cultures in South Asia.

Sibi Mela is one of the most famous and historic cultural festivals of Balochistan, dating back to the 15th century. It is primarily a grand livestock market where breeders from across the province showcase high-quality breeds of horses, camels, and cattle. The festival also includes traditional horse racing, camel dancing, folk dances, and an industrial exhibition. It remains a vital event for the agrarian economy of the region and a celebration of Baloch tribal traditions and hospitality.

Lok Mela is a 10-day national folk festival held at the Shakarparian hills in Islamabad. Organized by the National Institute of Folk and Traditional Heritage (Lok Virsa), it features provincial pavilions representing Punjab, Sindh, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa, Balochistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, and Azad Kashmir. Artisans from remote villages demonstrate their skills in pottery, weaving, and embroidery, while folk musicians and dancers perform traditional sets, providing a unique platform for inter-provincial cultural harmony.

The Shandur Polo Festival is held every July at the Shandur Pass, located at an altitude of approximately 3,700 meters between the Chitral and Gilgit-Baltistan regions. It features a traditional freestyle polo match between the teams of Chitral and Gilgit, which has been played since 1936. The event attracts domestic and international tourists who camp in tents around the field to enjoy the matches, folk music, and dances amidst the breathtaking Himalayan and Hindu Kush mountain ranges.

Basant was a vibrant kite-flying festival that historically defined the cultural identity of Lahore, signifying the onset of spring. Thousands of people would gather on rooftops to engage in kite duels accompanied by music and yellow-themed attire. However, due to safety concerns regarding the use of chemical-coated and metal strings, the government banned the festival in the mid-2000s. While some smaller-scale celebrations or 'Jashn-e-Baharan' events continue, the traditional Basant remains a nostalgic memory for many Lahoris.

Eid-ul-Adha, also known as the Greater Eid, is celebrated on the 10th of Dhul-Hijjah. It coincides with the completion of the Hajj pilgrimage in Makkah. In Pakistan, the festival is marked by the ritual sacrifice of livestock such as goats, sheep, cows, or camels. The meat is distributed in three parts: one for the family, one for relatives, and one for the underprivileged. This festival reinforces the spirit of obedience and devotion to the Almighty.

Eid-ul-Fitr is a major Islamic festival celebrated by Muslims in Pakistan and across the world to mark the conclusion of the 29 or 30 days of dawn-to-sunset fasting during the entire month of Ramadan. It falls on the first day of Shawwal in the Islamic calendar. The day begins with special communal prayers, followed by the distribution of 'Fitrana' (charity) to the poor, visiting relatives, and preparing traditional sweet dishes like 'Sheer Khurma' or 'Sawaiyan'.