India is known for its tradition and culture, and Hindu festivals are an important part of this culture and tradition, which is connected to the lives of people. Hindu festivals are not only related to religion, but they also work to unite families and bring everyone together. These festivals also become an excuse for people working far away to come home. Every festival has a special meaning, and everyone has their own way of celebrating.
Below is a list of upcoming Indian Hindu festivals 2025, by looking at which you can make your preparations in advance:
All Hindu Festivals 2025
Here is a complete list of major Hindu festivals 2025, including Hindu festival dates in 2025:
| Festival | Day and Date |
| Makarsankranti or Pongal | Wednesday, 15 January 2025 |
| Vasant Panchami | Sunday, 02 February 2025 |
| Thaipusam | Tuesday, 11 February 2025 |
| Maha Shivaratri | Wednesday, 26 February 2025 |
| Holika Dahan | Thursday, 13 March 2025 |
| Holi | Friday, 14 March 2025 |
| Hindi New Year | Saturday, 29 March 2025 |
| Ugadi or Gudi Padwa or Telugu New Year | Sunday, 30 March 2025 |
| Ramanavami | Sunday, 06 April 2025 |
| Hanuman Jayanti | Saturday, 12 April 2025 |
| Vaisakhi or Baisakhi or Vishu | Monday, 14 April 2025 |
| Bengali New Year or Bihu | Monday, 14 April 2025 |
| Tamil New Year | Monday, 14 April 2025 |
| Akshaya Tritiya | Friday, 30 May 2025 |
| Savitri Pooja | Tuesday, 10 June 2025 |
| Puri Rath Yatra | Friday, 27 June 2025 |
| Guru Purnima | Thursday, 10 July 2025 |
| Nag Panchami | Tuesday, 29 July 2025 |
| Varalakshmi Vrat | Friday, 08 August 2025 |
| Raksha Bandhan | Saturday, 09 August 2025 |
| Krishna Janmashtami | Saturday, 16 August 2025 |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | Wednesday, 27 August 2025 |
| Onam | Thursday, 04 September 2025 |
| Vishwakarma Puja | Wednesday, 17 September 2025 |
| Mahalaya Amavasya | Sunday, 21 September 2025 |
| Navaratri begins | Monday, 22 September 2025 |
| Durga Puja begins | Sunday, 28 September 2025 |
| Navaratri ends or Maha Navami | Wednesday, 01 October 2025 |
| Dusshera | Thursday, 02 October 2025 |
| Sharad Purnima | Monday, 06 October 2025 |
| Karwa Chauth | Thursday, 09 October 2025 |
| Dhanteras | Saturday, 18 October 2025 |
| Diwali | Tuesday, 21 October 2025 |
| Bhai Dooj | Thursday, 23 October 2025 |
| Chhath Puja | Monday, 27 October 2025 |
| Kartik Poornima | Wednesday, 05 November 2025 |
| Geeta Jayanti | Monday, 01 December 2025 |
| Dhanu Sankranti | Tuesday, 16 December 2025 |
FAQs
- What is the exact date of Diwali 2025?
Diwali (also called Deepavali) will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. It is known as the Festival of Lights and is one of the most important and widely celebrated Hindu festivals in India.
- What is special in 2025?
2025 is considered a special year because it is a perfect square (45×45 = 2025) and in the Chinese zodiac it is the Year of the Snake, which represents transformation and spiritual growth.
- What are the major Hindu festivals in 2025?
Some of the major Hindu festivals in 2025 are Holi, Ganesh Chaturthi, Diwali, Navratri and Dussehra, these festivals not only have religious significance but also connect people together.
