Festivals & Vrats
Read every Hindu festival and vrat's exact date, significance, puja vidhi, and celebration traditions here, along with what's happening today and which festival is coming up next.
All Vrat & Tyohar
Frequently Asked Questions
How are festival and vrat dates decided each year?
Every festival date is calculated from the Hindu lunar calendar (tithi and month), so the Gregorian date shown here shifts a little every year, just like all lunar-calendar festivals.
What is the difference between a vrat and a tyohaar?
A vrat is a fast or vow observed on a specific tithi, often alongside worship, while a tyohaar is a broader festival celebration, many festivals include both together.
Does every festival page include a vrat katha and puja vidhi?
Most vrat-observed festivals include their own vrat katha and step-by-step puja vidhi; purely celebratory festivals without a fasting tradition show significance and rituals instead.
How can I see which festival is coming up next?
The 'Upcoming Vrat & Tyohar' section above the full list always shows the nearest festivals first, along with how many days remain.