Traditional games played during the Makar Sankranti festival in India include kite flying, which is particularly popular in several regions. Participants engage in kite battles to cut each other's kites down, creating a colorful spectacle in the sky. Other common games involve gulel (slingshot) competitions and various local folk games that reflect cultural diversity. Makar Sankranti marks the transition of the sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn and is celebrated with various food offerings, bonfires, and a spirit of togetherness among communities.