In addition to Baluchi, Pashto and Brahui, the majority of the population understand and speak Urdu, the national language.
In Kachhi and Sibi districts, people speak Seraiki and Sindhi. The capital city Quetta has Urdu Balochi, Pashto, Brahui and Sindhi speaking people. People also use Punjabi, Darri and Persian languages.
Two major religious festivals are Eid-ul-Azha and Eid-ul-Fiter. On these occasions, people decorate their homes, wear new dresses, cook special dishes and visit each other.
Eid-Meladun-Nabi is another religious festival. It is a celebration of the Holy Prophet's birthday. Sibi festival that traces its roots to Mehergar, an archeological site of ancient human civilisation, attracts people from across the country.
It is attended by common folks, ministers and other government officials. Folk music performance, cultural dances, handicrafts stalls, cattle shows and a number of other amusing activities present a perfect riot of color.
The Buzkashi festival shows valour of Balochistan people. It is celebrated on horse-back by two teams that use their skills to snatch a goat from the each other.