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Hinduism

  • Anant Chaturdashi

    Marks the conclusion of Ganesh Chaturthi; also dedicated to Lord Vishn… Read more

  • Ashadha Amavasya

    The new moon day in the month of Ashadha, significant for certain ritu… Read more

Jainism

  • Anant Chaturdashi

    Marks the conclusion of Ganesh Chaturthi; also dedicated to Lord Vishn… Read more

  • Gudi Padwa

    Maharashtrian New Year festival

Buddhism

  • Asalha Puja

    Commemorates the Buddhas first sermon (Dhamma Day

  • Bodhi Day

    Commemorates the enlightenment of Gautama Buddha

Others

  • Engineers Day

    Commemorates the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, a notable I… Read more

  • Gandhi Jayanti

    Commemorates the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi

Sikhism

  • Guru Nanak Jayanti

    Celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of… Read more

  • Kabirdas Jayanti

    Celebrates the birth anniversary of the poet-saint Kabir

Hinduism

Anant Chaturdashi

Marks the conclusion of Ganesh Chaturthi; also dedicated to Lord Vishn… Read more

Ashadha Amavasya

The new moon day in the month of Ashadha, significant for certain ritu… Read more

Ashadha Begins

Marks the beginning of the month of Ashadha

Bhai Dooj

Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters

Chhath Puja

Dedicated to the Sun God (Surya) and his wife Usha

Diwali

Festival of lights, celebrating the return of Lord Rama

Durga Puja

Celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura

Dussehra

Symbolizes the victory of good over evil

Jainism

Anant Chaturdashi

Marks the conclusion of Ganesh Chaturthi; also dedicated to Lord Vishn… Read more

Gudi Padwa

Maharashtrian New Year festival

Guru Purnima

Guru Purnima is a significant festival in the Hindu, Buddhist, and Jai… Read more

Kartik Purnima

Marks the birthday of Lord Kartikeya and significant for Jains and Sik… Read more

Karwa Chauth

Karwa Chauth 2024 (करवा चौथ 2024) is a significant festival celebrated… Read more

Mahavir Jayanti

Celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism… Read more

Makar Sankranti

Marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Mak… Read more

Navaratri (Durga Puja)

Nine nights dedicated to Goddess Durga, culminating in Durga Puja

Buddhism

Asalha Puja

Commemorates the Buddhas first sermon (Dhamma Day

Bodhi Day

Commemorates the enlightenment of Gautama Buddha

Buddha Purnima

Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha

Guru Purnima

Guru Purnima is a significant festival in the Hindu, Buddhist, and Jai… Read more

Others

Engineers Day

Commemorates the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, a notable I… Read more

Gandhi Jayanti

Commemorates the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi

Hindi Divas

Commemorates the adoption of Hindi as one of the official languages of… Read more

Teachers Day

Commemorates the birth anniversary of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, fo… Read more

Sikhism

Guru Nanak Jayanti

Celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of… Read more

Kabirdas Jayanti

Celebrates the birth anniversary of the poet-saint Kabir

Kartik Purnima

Marks the birthday of Lord Kartikeya and significant for Jains and Sik… Read more

Lohri

A harvest festival celebrated primarily in Punjab

Vaisakhi

Harvest festival and marks the Sikh New Year; commemorates the formati… Read more

Lunar Month Festivals

Bhadrapada

Ashadha

  • Asalha Puja

    Commemorates the Buddhas first sermon (Dhamma Day

  • Ashadha Amavasya

    The new moon day in the month of Ashadha, significant for certain ritu… Read more

Kartika

  • Bhai Dooj

    Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters

  • Chhath Puja

    Dedicated to the Sun God (Surya) and his wife Usha

Pausha

  • Bodhi Day

    Commemorates the enlightenment of Gautama Buddha

  • Lohri

    A harvest festival celebrated primarily in Punjab

Vaishakha

  • Buddha Purnima

    Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha

  • Vaisakhi

    Harvest festival and marks the Sikh New Year; commemorates the formati… Read more

Ashwin

  • Durga Puja

    Celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura

  • Dussehra

    Symbolizes the victory of good over evil

Jyaistha

Margashirsha

  • Gita Jayanti

    Commemorates the day Lord Krishna rendered the Bhagavad Gita

  • Mokshada Ekadashi

    Fasting day dedicated to Lord Vishnu; believed to bestow liberation

Chaitra

Phalguna

  • Holi

    Festival of colors, celebrating love and the arrival of spring

  • Maha Shivaratri

    Night dedicated to Lord Shiva

Shravana

Magha

Bhadrapada

Anant Chaturdashi

Marks the conclusion of Ganesh Chaturthi; also dedicated to Lord Vishn… Read more

Ganesh Chaturthi

Ten-day festival honoring Lord Ganesha

Ganesh Visarjan

Marks the immersion of Lord Ganeshas idols concluding the Ganesh Chatu… Read more

Jyeshtha Gauri Puja

Three-day festival dedicated to Goddess Gauri

Jyeshtha Gauri Visarjan

The immersion ceremony concluding the Jyeshtha Gauri Puja

Krishna Janmashtami

Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna

Onam

Harvest festival celebrated in Kerala, welcoming King Mahabali

Paryushana

An important Jain festival of fasting and forgiveness

Ashadha

Asalha Puja

Commemorates the Buddhas first sermon (Dhamma Day

Ashadha Amavasya

The new moon day in the month of Ashadha, significant for certain ritu… Read more

Ashadha Begins

Marks the beginning of the month of Ashadha

Guru Purnima

Guru Purnima is a significant festival in the Hindu, Buddhist, and Jai… Read more

Jagannatha Puri Ratha Yatra

Chariot festival dedicated to Lord Jagannath

Kalashtami

Dedicated to Lord Bhairava, observed on the eighth day of the dark hal… Read more

Kumbh Mela

Mass Hindu pilgrimage where devotees bathe in sacred rivers

Rath Yatra

Chariot festival dedicated to Lord Jagannath

Kartika

Bhai Dooj

Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters

Chhath Puja

Dedicated to the Sun God (Surya) and his wife Usha

Diwali

Festival of lights, celebrating the return of Lord Rama

Guru Nanak Jayanti

Celebrates the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of… Read more

Kartik Purnima

Marks the birthday of Lord Kartikeya and significant for Jains and Sik… Read more

Subrahmanya Shashti (Skanda Shashti)

Dedicated to Lord Murugan (Subrahmanya), son of Lord Shiva

Tulsi Vivah

Ceremonial marriage of the Tulsi plant (holy basil) to Lord Vishnu

Pausha

Bodhi Day

Commemorates the enlightenment of Gautama Buddha

Lohri

A harvest festival celebrated primarily in Punjab

Makar Sankranti

Marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Mak… Read more

Pongal

Harvest festival celebrated over four days in Tamil Nadu

Vaishakha

Buddha Purnima

Celebrates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha

Vaisakhi

Harvest festival and marks the Sikh New Year; commemorates the formati… Read more

Ashwin

Durga Puja

Celebrates the victory of Goddess Durga over Mahishasura

Dussehra

Symbolizes the victory of good over evil

Engineers Day

Commemorates the birth anniversary of Sir M. Visvesvaraya, a notable I… Read more

Gandhi Jayanti

Commemorates the birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi

Hindi Divas

Commemorates the adoption of Hindi as one of the official languages of… Read more

Karwa Chauth

Karwa Chauth 2024 (करवा चौथ 2024) is a significant festival celebrated… Read more

Mahalaya Amavasya

Marks the end of Pitru Paksha and the beginning of Devi Paksha

Navaratri (Durga Puja)

Nine nights dedicated to Goddess Durga, culminating in Durga Puja

Jyaistha

Ganga Dussehra

Marks the descent of River Ganga to earth

Gayatri Jayanti

Celebrates the appearance of Goddess Gayatri

Jyestha Purnima Vrat

Observed on the full moon day of Jyaistha with fasting and rituals

Kabirdas Jayanti

Celebrates the birth anniversary of the poet-saint Kabir

Nirjala Ekadashi

Fasting day dedicated to Lord Vishnu; strict fast without water

Pradosh Vrat

Bi-monthly occasion dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed on the 13th day… Read more

Pradosham

Fortnightly observance dedicated to Lord Shiva

Savitri Brata

Married women fast for the well-being and longevity of their husbands

Margashirsha

Gita Jayanti

Commemorates the day Lord Krishna rendered the Bhagavad Gita

Mokshada Ekadashi

Fasting day dedicated to Lord Vishnu; believed to bestow liberation

Chaitra

Gudi Padwa

Maharashtrian New Year festival

Hanuman Jayanti

Celebrates the birth of Lord Hanuman

Mahavir Jayanti

Celebrates the birth of Lord Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism… Read more

Ram Navami

Celebrates the birth of Lord Rama

Ugadi

New Year in Andhra Pradesh and Karnataka

Phalguna

Holi

Festival of colors, celebrating love and the arrival of spring

Maha Shivaratri

Night dedicated to Lord Shiva

Shravana

Nag Panchami

Worship of serpents, especially cobras

Raksha Bandhan

Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters

Sawan Month

Highly auspicious month for worshiping Lord Shiva

Magha

Vasant Panchami

Marks the arrival of spring

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I find festivals specific to a particular religion on DKSCORE?

On our festivals page, you can filter festivals by religion. Simply select the religion—such as Hinduism, Sikhism, Jainism, or Buddhism—from the filter options to view festivals specific to that faith.

Are the festival dates updated annually on DKSCORE?

Yes, we update the festival dates every year to ensure accuracy. Since many Indian festivals are based on lunar calendars, their dates change annually. We strive to provide the most current information

How do the Hindu lunar calendar dates correspond to the Gregorian calendar?

The Hindu lunar calendar is based on the phases of the moon, so its months and dates differ from the Gregorian calendar. On DKSCORE, we provide the corresponding Gregorian dates for each festival to help you plan accordingly.

Can I add festival dates from DKSCORE to my personal calendar?

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Does DKSCORE provide historical background and significance for each festival?

Yes, we offer detailed descriptions for each festival, including historical background, cultural significance, and traditional ways of celebration. Click on a festival to learn more about it.

How are festival dates determined in the Hindu lunar calendar?

Festival dates in the Hindu lunar calendar are based on lunar phases and specific celestial events. Our team consults with experts and official sources to calculate these dates accurately for each year.

Are regional festivals included in DKSCORE's listings?

Yes, we aim to provide a comprehensive list of festivals celebrated across different regions of India, including local and regional festivals. If you notice a festival missing, please contact us to have it added.

Can I search for festivals by date or month on DKSCORE?

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How accurate are the festival dates provided on DKSCORE?

We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of our festival dates by collaborating with experts and referencing official calendars. However, we recommend verifying with local sources for region-specific observances.

Does DKSCORE include international observances celebrated in India?

Yes, we include significant international observances that are widely celebrated in India, such as Christmas, Easter, and international days recognized by the United Nations.