The month of January 2025 marks the beginning of a new year, brimming with hope, positivity, and celebrations.
For Hindus, January is a sacred time filled with festivals and observances that honor deities, traditions, and the natural cycles of life. Let’s explore the significant festivals in January 2025 and their cultural and spiritual importance.
Hindu Festivals Calendar - January 2025
| Tithi | Festival Name | Festival Date |
| Pausha, Shukla Pratipada | Chandra Darshana | January 1, 2025, Wednesday |
| Pausha, Shukla Chaturthi | Vinayaka Chaturthi | January 3, 2025, Friday |
| Pausha, Shukla Shashthi | Skanda Sashti | January 5, 2025, Sunday |
| Pausha, Shukla Saptami | Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti | January 6, 2025, Monday |
| Pausha, Shukla Ashtami | Banada Ashtami | January 7, 2025, Tuesday |
| Pausha, Shukla Ashtami | Masik Durgashtami | January 7, 2025, Tuesday |
| based on Solar calendar | Masik Karthigai | January 9, 2025, Thursday |
| Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi | Tailang Swami Jayanti | January 10, 2025, Friday |
| based on Solar calendar | Vaikuntha Ekadashi | January 10, 2025, Friday |
| Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi | Pausha Putrada Ekadashi | January 10, 2025, Friday |
| Pausha, Shukla Dwadashi | Kurma Dwadashi | January 10, 2025, Friday |
| Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi | Dharma Savarni Manvadi | January 10, 2025, Friday |
| Pausha, Shukla Trayodashi | Shani Trayodashi | January 11, 2025, Saturday |
| based on Jain calendar | Rohini Vrat | January 11, 2025, Saturday |
| Pausha, Shukla Trayodashi | Pradosh Vrat | January 11, 2025, Saturday |
| fixed day in Gregorian calendar | Swami Vivekananda Jayanti | January 12, 2025, Sunday |
| fixed day in Gregorian calendar | National Youth Day | January 12, 2025, Sunday |
| Pausha, Shukla Purnima | Shakambhari Purnima | January 13, 2025, Monday |
| based on Tamil calendar | Arudra Darshan | January 13, 2025, Monday |
| based on Solar calendar | Bhogi Pandigai | January 13, 2025, Monday |
| day before Makara Sankranti | Lohri | January 13, 2025, Monday |
| Pausha, Shukla Purnima | Pausha Purnima Vrat | January 13, 2025, Monday |
| Pausha, Shukla Purnima | Pausha Purnima | January 13, 2025, Monday |
| Pausha, Shukla Chaturdashi | Anvadhan | January 13, 2025, Monday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Pratipada | Magha Begins *North | January 14, 2025, Tuesday |
| Dhanu to Makara transit of Sun | Makara Sankranti | January 14, 2025, Tuesday |
| on Makara Sankranti day | Pongal | January 14, 2025, Tuesday |
| based on Solar calendar | Uttarayana | January 14, 2025, Tuesday |
| based on Solar calendar | Makaravilakku | January 14, 2025, Tuesday |
| Pausha, Shukla Purnima | Ishti | January 14, 2025, Tuesday |
| based on Solar calendar | Mattu Pongal | January 15, 2025, Wednesday |
| based on Solar calendar | Magh Bihu | January 15, 2025, Wednesday |
| Magha, Krishna Chaturthi | Sakat Chauth | January 17, 2025, Friday |
| Magha, Krishna Chaturthi | Lambodara Sankashti Chaturthi | January 17, 2025, Friday |
| Magha, Krishna Saptami | Vivekananda Jayanti *Samvat | January 21, 2025, Tuesday |
| Magha, Krishna Ashtami | Kalashtami | January 21, 2025, Tuesday |
| Magha, Krishna Ashtami | Masik Krishna Janmashtami | January 21, 2025, Tuesday |
| fixed day in Gregorian calendar | Ramalala Pratishtha Diwas | January 22, 2025, Wednesday |
| fixed day in Gregorian calendar | Subhas Chandra Bose Jayanti | January 23, 2025, Thursday |
| Magha, Krishna Ekadashi | Shattila Ekadashi | January 25, 2025, Saturday |
| fixed day in Gregorian calendar | Republic Day | January 26, 2025, Sunday |
| based on Jain calendar | Meru Trayodashi | January 27, 2025, Monday |
| Magha, Krishna Trayodashi | Pradosh Vrat | January 27, 2025, Monday |
| Magha, Krishna Chaturdashi | Masik Shivaratri | January 27, 2025, Monday |
| Magha, Krishna Amavasya | Mauni Amavas | January 29, 2025, Wednesday |
| based on Tamil calendar | Thai Amavasai | January 29, 2025, Wednesday |
| Magha, Krishna Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya | January 29, 2025, Wednesday |
| Magha, Krishna Chaturdashi | Anvadhan | January 29, 2025, Wednesday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Amavasya | Magha Amavasya | January 29, 2025, Wednesday |
| Magha, Shukla Pratipada | Magha Navratri | January 30, 2025, Thursday |
| fixed day in Gregorian calendar | Gandhi Punyatithi | January 30, 2025, Thursday |
| Magha, Krishna Amavasya | Ishti | January 30, 2025, Thursday |
| Magha, Shukla Pratipada | Chandra Darshana | January 30, 2025, Thursday |
The Significance of January Festivals
The Hindu festivals in January are deeply rooted in cultural and spiritual traditions. They signify new beginnings, gratitude, and devotion while strengthening community bonds. From harvest celebrations to seeking divine blessings, each festival reflects India’s rich heritage and diversity.
Conclusion
As January 2025 unfolds, Hindus across the world come together to celebrate these vibrant festivals, embracing their spiritual and cultural roots. These celebrations not only bring joy but also serve as reminders of the values and traditions that form the essence of life.
Mark your calendars, prepare your prayers, and immerse yourself in the festivities of January 2025!