Vasant Panchami is the Hindu festival that welcomes spring. It falls in the Hindu lunar month of Magh (January/February). It’s also the time to pay tribute to Saraswati, the Goddess of Wisdom. Who celebrates? Hindus around the world. How do people celebrate? The day is represented by the colour yellow to symbolize peace, prosperity, energy… Read More »Vasant Panchami
At Shivaratri Hindus honour Lord Shiva. It falls on the 14th night of the new moon in the Hindu month of Phalgun (February/March). According to one of the most popular stories, Shivaratri marks the wedding day of Lord Shiva and Parvati and it was on this night that Lord Shiva performed the ‘Tandava’, the dance… Read More »Shivaratri
Holi is one of the joyous Hindu festivals. It is celebrated on the day after the full moon in the Hindu month of Phalguna (early March). At Holi Hindus celebrate spring and certain events in Hindu mythology. It marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring. Who celebrates? Hindus around the world. How… Read More »Holi
At Rama Navami Hindus celebrate the birth of Lord Rama. It falls on the ninth day of Chaitra in the Hindu calendar (March/April). Rama Navami is one of the most important Hindu festivals. Who celebrates? Hindus around the world. How do people celebrate? Many Vaishnava Hindus visit temples or worship at home Minatare idols of… Read More »Rama Navami
At Hanuman Jayanti, Hindus celebrate the birth of the god Hanuman. It falls in the month of Chaitra in the Hindu calendar (April). Who celebrates? Hindus around the world. How do people celebrate? As Hanuman is believed to have been born at sunrise, celebrations in his honour begin early in the morning Devotees visit the… Read More »Hanuman Jayanti
This Hindu festival, also referred to as Rathjatra or Chariot Festival. It is a celebration of love for Lord Jagannath and his siblings Balabhadr and Subhadra, as well as his weapon Sudarshana Chakra. Who celebrates? Hindus around the world. How do people celebrate? The celebration includes a procession of chariots carrying statues of the deities… Read More »Ratha Yatra
At Raksha Bandhan Hindu’s celebrate the love between siblings. The festival symbolises the love between siblings but is also celebrated between cousins, nieces, nephews and in laws. It is also know as Rakhi or Rakshabandhan. Who celebrates? Hindus and Jains around the world. How do people celebrate? Sisters tie a rakhi wrist band around their… Read More »Raksha Bandhan
At Janmashtami Hindus celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna. It takes place during the Hindu month of Shravan (August-September). Krishna is one of the most powerful incarnations of Lord Vishnu and Hindus believe he came to free the Earth from evil. It is also known as Krishna Janmashtami. Who celebrates? Hindus around the world. How… Read More »Janmashtami
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Ganesh, god of wisdom and prosperity. It falls in the Hindu month of Bhadrapada (August/September). Ganesh Chaturthi lasts for 10 - 11 days, with the biggest celebrations taking place on the last day, Ananta Chaturdasi. Who celebrates? Hindus around the world. How do people celebrate? Before Ganesh Chaturthi starts… Read More »Ganesh Charturthi
Navaratri (meaning nine nights) is a Hindu festival dedicated to the mother goddess and protector of the universe, Durga. There are 4 Navaratri's per year, one for each season with the autumn (Sharad Navaratri) being the most important. Navratri celebrates God Rama's victory over the demon king Ravana, signifying the triumph of good over evil.… Read More »Navaratri
Diwali is known as the Festival of Lights. It is a religious celebration in the Hindu, Sikh and Jain faith. It originated in ancient times to celebrate the end of the harvest season and signifies the triumph of light over darkness. For Hindus it's the most important annual festival when they celebrate New Year and… Read More »Diwali
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