Hindu Religious Holidays 2030

February 13

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

March 9

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

March 24

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

March 29

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

July 13

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

July 26

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

August 24

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

September 1

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

September 7

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

September 28 – October 6

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

October 7

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

October 26

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