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Festivals in August 2025
Festivals in August 2025
August 2025 is set to be one of the most spiritually vibrant months in the Hindu calendar. Brimming with important fasts, festivals, vrat, and puja events, this month overlaps with the holy months of Shravan and Bhadrapada, two of the most auspicious periods for devotees across India.
From Krishna Janmashtami to Ganesh Chaturthi and Raksha Bandhan, August 2025 presents a golden opportunity for families to connect with their cultural roots, engage in sacred rituals, and celebrate divine traditions that span centuries. Below is the complete festival calendar for August 2025, along with their significance and observance dates.
🌸 Why August is Spiritually Special
August hosts a convergence of festivals from diverse regions and traditions, each offering unique ways to express devotion and gratitude. The month begins with Shravan‘s concluding phase and transitions into Bhadrapada, both known for fasting, temple visits, and religious vows.
Festivals in August 2025
📅 Complete List of Hindu Festivals in August 2025 (With Dates)
| Festival/Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Masik Durgashtami | 2 August | Saturday |
| Aadi Perukku (TN) | 3 August | Sunday |
| Friendship Day (India) | 3 August | Sunday |
| 4th Shravan Somvar Vrat | 4 August | Monday |
| Chaturthi Mangala Gauri Vrat | 5 August | Tuesday |
| Agastya Arghya | 5 August | Tuesday |
| Shravan Putrada Ekadashi | 5 August | Tuesday |
| Damodar Dwadashi | 5 August | Tuesday |
| Budh Pradosh Vrat | 6 August | Wednesday |
| Varalakshmi Vrat | 8 August | Friday |
| Hayagriva Jayanti | 8 August | Friday |
| Raksha Bandhan / Rakhi | 9 August | Saturday |
| Gayatri Jayanti | 9 August | Saturday |
| Rigveda Upkarma | 9 August | Saturday |
| Yajurveda Upkarma | 9 August | Saturday |
| Narali Purnima | 9 August | Saturday |
| Sanskrit Day | 9 August | Saturday |
| Shravan Purnima Vrat | 9 August | Saturday |
| Gayatri Japam | 10 August | Sunday |
| Kajari Teej | 12 August | Tuesday |
| Bahula Chaturthi | 12 August | Tuesday |
| Maha Sangata Har Chaturthi | 12 August | Tuesday |
| Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi | 12 August | Tuesday |
| Nag Pancham (Gujarat) | 13 August | Wednesday |
| Balram Jayanti | 14 August | Thursday |
| Randhan Chhath | 14 August | Thursday |
| Sheetala Satam | 15 August | Friday |
| Independence Day (India) | 15 August | Friday |
| Krishna Janmashtami | 16 August | Saturday |
| Kali Jayanti | 16 August | Saturday |
| Dahi Handi (Mumbai/Western India) | 17 August | Sunday |
| Malayalam New Year (Chingam 1) | 17 August | Sunday |
| Singha Sankranti | 17 August | Sunday |
| Rohini Vrat | 17 August | Sunday |
| Aja Ekadashi | 19 August | Tuesday |
| Budh Pradosh Vrat | 20 August | Wednesday |
| Paryushan Parva (Jain) begins | 21 August | Thursday |
| Monthly Shivratri | 21 August | Thursday |
| Pithori Amavasya | 22 August | Friday |
| Bhadrapada Amavasya | 23 August | Saturday |
| Pola Festival (Maharashtra) | 23 August | Saturday |
| Chandra Darshan | 24 August | Sunday |
| Hartalika Teej | 26 August | Tuesday |
| Varaha Jayanti | 26 August | Tuesday |
| Gauri Habba (Karnataka) | 26 August | Tuesday |
| Samaveda Upakarma | 26 August | Tuesday |
| Ganesh Chaturthi / Vinayaka Chaturthi | 27 August | Wednesday |
| Rishi Panchami | 28 August | Thursday |
| Samvatsari (Jain) | 28 August | Thursday |
| Skanda Shashti | 29 August | Friday |
| Lalitha Saptami | 30 August | Saturday |
| Radha Ashtami | 31 August | Sunday |
| Mahalakshmi Vrat Begins | 31 August | Sunday |
| Durva Ashtami | 31 August | Sunday |
| Jyeshtha Gauri Awahan | 31 August | Sunday |
| Masik Durgashtami | 31 August | Sunday |
Festivals in August 2025
🌟 Top 5 Festivals to Celebrate in August 2025
1. Raksha Bandhan – August 9, 2025 (Saturday)
A cherished celebration of the sibling bond, Raksha Bandhan is marked by sisters tying rakhi on their brothers’ wrists, praying for their safety, while brothers vow to protect them in return. It coincides with Shravan Purnima.
2. Krishna Janmashtami – August 16, 2025 (Saturday)
This festival celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu. Devotees observe fasts, chant bhajans, and participate in midnight pujas, the believed time of Krishna’s birth.
3. Ganesh Chaturthi – August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
One of the most widely celebrated festivals in India, Ganesh Chaturthi marks the arrival of Lord Ganesha. Idols are worshipped for 1 to 11 days and then immersed in water bodies. It begins the 10-day long Ganesh Utsav.
4. Hartalika Teej – August 26, 2025 (Tuesday)
Dedicated to Goddess Parvati, married and unmarried women fast on this day praying for marital bliss and a good husband. It is particularly celebrated in North India, especially Bihar, UP, Rajasthan, and Madhya Pradesh.
5. Radha Ashtami – August 31, 2025 (Sunday)
Celebrated as the birth anniversary of Radha Rani, the divine consort of Lord Krishna, this festival holds special significance in Braj, Barsana, and Vrindavan.
🪔 Conclusion: A Month of Devotion, Culture, and Togetherness
August 2025 is a spiritually potent and culturally rich month for Indian families. With a wide range of festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, Hartalika Teej, and Ganesh Chaturthi, it’s the perfect time to reconnect with your roots, share joy with loved ones, and offer heartfelt prayers.
From fasting rituals to community celebrations, this month holds something for everyone—devotees, culture enthusiasts, and families alike.
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