Hindu Religious Holidays 2029

February 22

The Great Night of Shiva. Devotees fast, offer bilva leaves and milk to Shiva lingams, and keep an all-night vigil.

March 19

The Festival of Colors celebrating the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil.

April 4

Celebrates the birth of Lord Rama. Devotees fast, recite the Ramayana, and participate in temple processions.

April 8

Marks the birth of Lord Hanuman. Devotees visit temples, recite the Hanuman Chalisa, and observe fasts.

June 23

The Chariot Festival of Lord Jagannath. Massive wooden chariots are pulled through the streets by thousands of devotees.

July 7

A day to honor spiritual and academic teachers through worship, meditation, and service.

August 4

Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters through the tying of the sacred rakhi thread.

August 12

Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna. Devotees fast until midnight, then break their fast amid prayers and devotional songs.

August 18

Celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha. Clay idols are worshipped for up to 10 days then ceremonially immersed in water.

October 9 – October 17

Nine nights dedicated to the worship of the goddess Durga, with fasting, prayer, and folk dance.

October 18

Marks the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana. Effigies of Ravana are burned in public celebrations.

November 5

The Festival of Lights. Homes are illuminated with diyas and fireworks. Lakshmi is worshipped on the new moon of Kartika.