Hindu Religious Holidays 2028

March 6

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

March 29

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

April 14

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

April 19

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

July 4

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

July 17

A day to honor spiritual and academic teachers through worship, meditation, and service. Observed on the full moon of Ashadha.

August 15

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

August 22

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

August 29

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

October 19 – October 27

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

October 28

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

November 16

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