Hindu Festivals

Learn about major Hindu festivals, their meanings, observances, calendars, and regional variations.

Diwali

Diwali is celebrated in diverse ways across India and the Hindu diaspora, with meanings that vary by region and tradition.

Holi is associated with spring, color, devotion, and several regional narratives.

Navaratri celebrates the Goddess over nine nights, with traditions varying widely by region.

These festivals commemorate the births of Krishna and Rama respectively.