Modern ways to celebrate Raksha Bandhan 2025

It’s that time of year when sisters offer Ferrero Rocher chocolates, and in return, brothers hand over those classic festive envelopes. But Raksha Bandhan has evolved into so much more than just tying a rakhi and giving gifts—it's about celebrating the bond, creating memories, and adding a little extra joy to the day. If you’re looking to make this year’s Raksha Bandhan more exciting and meaningful than ever before, here are some fresh, modern ways to celebrate.

For an eco-friendly Raksha Bandhan celebration, you can opt for sustainable gifts. There are plantable rakhis which are made from seed and grow into plants. For example, the Phool Basant Plantable Rakhi is handmade with 100% pure cotton, colored using natural dyes. The seeds are organically sourced from local farmers.

You can also create a small plant corner together or gift green hampers. Inside you can include items like a bamboo tooth brush with reusable straws, organic chocolates or healthy snacks, a small potted plant or succulent, and even add a small handwritten note on recycled paper.

For an interactive game experience and sibling rivalry fun, you can jump into multiplayer games together, like PlayStation, Xbox or Nintendo or enjoy classic board games like Monopoly, Scrabble or Ludo. For even more memorable moments with full-on laughter, you can try creating a family trivia quiz with questions about your childhood memories or fun family moments.

Make Raksha Bandhan 2025 even more special with personalised gifts. You can get mugs with your sibling's photos with a line that perfectly describes them. For example, if you have a brother who thinks he knows it all, you can get him a mug with his photo that says, " I don't need Google, my brother knows everything." There are many other gifts you can personalise, like an AI-generated digital art featuring your favourite moments together or even a pen or Tumblr with your sibling's name on it.

Another great way to celebrate Raksha Bandhan in 2025 is by planning a small getaway like going hiking, biking or camping. An even more memorable celebration would be tying rakhi amidst nature. Travel brings everyone closer and builds lifetime memories. You create fresh stories, explore new places together, followed by fun game nights. Instead of just exchanging gifts, you are gifting each other an experience you'll remember for the rest of your lives.

Distance doesn't have to stop the fun, thanks to today's digital conveniences. You can set up video calls with your siblings or cousins living abroad and have a virtual rakhi celebration. You can share a meal over food delivery apps or play virtual games like Skribbl.io (online Pictionary), Uno, Ludo King or even online trivia quizzes. You can also send memory videos or old home clips.

It doesn't matter where all your siblings on cousins are accross the globe, Raksha Bandhan 2025 is all about celebrating the bond in new and meaningful ways. Whether you go eco-friendly, plan a fun getaway, or connect virtually, it’s the love, laughter, and shared memories that truly make this day unforgettable.

For more gift ideas, you can also check out Masala’s gift guide for Raksha Bandhan.