If you're planning Raksha Bandhan sweets in Los Angeles this year, the easiest place to pull the whole celebration together is Anoras Cash N Carry at 567 S Fairfax Ave in the Fairfax District. Rakhi falls on Friday, August 28, 2026, so there's just enough time to stock up on soan papdi and mithai, a box of dry fruits, festive namkeen, and everything else that turns tying a rakhi into a proper family gathering. We're open daily 10 AM to 9 PM, and we deliver across Los Angeles — so whether your brother is across town or your sister is in Culver City, the sweets can be on the table in time.

When is Raksha Bandhan in 2026?

Raksha Bandhan 2026 is on Friday, August 28. The festival celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters: a sister ties a rakhi (a decorative thread) around her brother's wrist, and the two exchange sweets and gifts. Because the date is fixed by the Hindu lunar calendar, it lands on the full-moon day (Purnima) of the month of Shravana. For anyone shopping in LA, the practical takeaway is simple — you have until the last week of August, and the sooner you pick up your mithai and gift boxes, the less you're fighting the pre-festival rush. Take-away: mark August 28, and shop a few days ahead so nothing is left to the last minute.

Where to buy Raksha Bandhan sweets in Los Angeles

The short answer is Anoras Cash N Carry in the Fairfax District, minutes from Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Mid-Wilshire and Koreatown. Los Angeles has no shortage of dessert shops, but very few carry authentic Indian mithai in the brands families actually recognize — the soan papdi that tastes like home, the dry-fruit boxes people gift, the namkeen that rounds out a festive spread. Our Sweets & Chocolates aisle is built exactly for occasions like this, and you can browse the full range on our Los Angeles store page before you drive over. Take-away: for real Indian Rakhi sweets in LA, this is the one-stop shop.

The best mithai for Rakhi: soan papdi, patisa and more

Soan papdi is the quintessential Raksha Bandhan sweet — flaky, cardamom-scented ribbons of gram flour, ghee and sugar that melt on the tongue and travel well, which is exactly why it's the classic gifting mithai. We carry Bikano Desi Ghee Soan Papdi (250 g) from around $4.95 for a smaller box, and the larger Bikano Patisa (Soan Papdi) 400 g around $8.80 when you're feeding a crowd. If you prefer the crisp, layered patti style, GPR Soan Patti (250 g) is a lovely alternative. These keep well at room temperature, so you can buy them a few days early and not worry. Take-away: soan papdi and patisa are the safe, beloved choices — buy a box or two and you're covered.

Dry fruits and nuts: the timeless Raksha Bandhan gift

If sweets feel too indulgent for the person you're gifting, dry fruits are the other great Rakhi tradition — a box of nuts is considered a thoughtful, slightly premium present. Our Dry Fruits & Nuts collection runs deep: Dhanraj Almonds (400 g) from about $10.60, whole Desi Kitchen Green Pistachios (200 g) around $16.50, and luxe Meharban Medjool Dates (2 lb) around $23.60 for a big, generous gift. Mix a few together in a decorative tin and you have a homemade dry-fruit hamper that costs a fraction of a pre-packed store box. Take-away: almonds, pistachios and dates make an elegant, build-your-own Rakhi gift.

How to build a Raksha Bandhan gift hamper

Half the fun of Rakhi is assembling a little hamper that has something for everyone. A good formula: one showpiece mithai (soan papdi or patisa), one box of dry fruits, and a savory item so it isn't all sugar. For the savory side, festive namkeen like Haldiram's Kaju Mixture (400 g) — a premium blend studded with whole cashews — is a crowd-pleaser from our Snacks & Munchies aisle. Add a box of Karachi Bakery Kaju Badam Pista Biscuits for the tea-lovers, tuck in a rakhi thread and a card, and you've built a hamper that feels personal rather than off-the-shelf. Take-away: mix sweet, nutty and savory for a hamper that suits the whole family.

Can you get Raksha Bandhan sweets delivered in Los Angeles?

Yes. We run our own same-day delivery from 10 AM to 8 PM within a 10-mile radius of Fairfax, which covers Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City, Mid-Wilshire and Koreatown. The minimum order is $35.97, delivery is a flat $7.98, and it's free once you spend over $99 — so a hamper of mithai, dry fruits and namkeen easily clears the free-delivery line. If your sibling can't make it in person, you can order online and have the sweets sent straight to their door in time for August 28. Take-away: order ahead and let us deliver the Rakhi spread across LA, same day.

Frequently asked questions

When is Raksha Bandhan in 2026?
Raksha Bandhan falls on Friday, August 28, 2026.

Where can I buy Raksha Bandhan sweets in Los Angeles?
At Anoras Cash N Carry, 567 S Fairfax Ave, Los Angeles, CA 90036, in the Fairfax District. We carry soan papdi, patisa, dry fruits and festive namkeen, and deliver across LA.

What is the best sweet to gift for Rakhi?
Soan papdi (or patisa) is the classic Raksha Bandhan mithai — it's flaky, cardamom-scented, keeps well and travels well. A box of dry fruits like almonds, pistachios or Medjool dates is the other traditional gift.

Do you deliver Raksha Bandhan sweets in Los Angeles?
Yes. We deliver 10 AM to 8 PM within a 10-mile radius, covering Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, Culver City and Koreatown. Minimum order $35.97, $7.98 delivery, free over $99.

What are your store hours before Raksha Bandhan?
We're open daily, 10 AM to 9 PM, right through the festival.