Festivals in October 2024

October 2024 is a month filled with vibrant festivals that bring together communities across the globe. As the autumn season unfolds, the world prepares to celebrate a diverse array of cultural, religious, and traditional events.

From the shimmering lights of Diwali in India to the soulful chants of Durga Puja, October is a time when streets are adorned with colors, homes are lit with lamps, and the air is filled with the aroma of festive delicacies.

This month, many cultures celebrate the triumph of good over evil, the change of seasons, and the importance of gratitude and togetherness.

Whether it's the rhythmic beats of Garba during Navratri or the quiet reflection of Yom Kippur, October’s festivals offer something for everyone. It’s a time when traditions are honored, and new memories are created, uniting people in joy and reverence.

In this blog, we’ll explore the various festivals taking place in October 2024, their significance, and the unique ways in which they are celebrated around the world. Join us as we embark on a journey through the rich tapestry of cultural heritage that makes October a truly special month.

Festivals in October 2024

Festival Name Date / Day Tithi
Chaturdashi Shraddha October 1, 2024, Tuesday
Ashwina, Krishna Chaturdashi
Sarva Pitru Amavasya October 2, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Krishna Amavasya
Gandhi Jayanti October 2, 2024, Wednesday
fixed day in Gregorian calendar
Surya Grahan *Valayakara October 2, 2024, Wednesday
occurs during Amavasya
Darsha Amavasya October 2, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Krishna Amavasya
Anvadhan October 2, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Krishna Chaturdashi
Ashwina Amavasya October 2, 2024, Wednesday
Kartika, Krishna Amavasya
Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti October 3, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Pratipada
Navratri Begins October 3, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Pratipada
Ghatasthapana October 3, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Pratipada
Ishti October 3, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Krishna Amavasya
Chandra Darshana October 4, 2024, Friday
Ashwina, Shukla Pratipada
Vinayaka Chaturthi October 6, 2024, Sunday
Ashwina, Shukla Chaturthi
Upang Lalita Vrat October 7, 2024, Monday
Ashwina, Shukla Panchami
Bilva Nimantran October 8, 2024, Tuesday
Ashwina, Shukla Shashthi
Skanda Sashti October 8, 2024, Tuesday
Ashwina, Shukla Shashthi
Saraswati Avahan October 9, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Mula Nakshatra
Kalparambha October 9, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Shukla Shashthi
Akal Bodhon October 9, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Shukla Shashthi
Saraswati Puja October 10, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Purva Ashadha Nakshatra
Navpatrika Puja October 10, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Saptami
Ashwina Navapada Oli Begins October 10, 2024, Thursday
based on Jain calendar
Durga Ashtami October 11, 2024, Friday
Ashwina, Shukla Ashtami
Sandhi Puja October 11, 2024, Friday
Ashwina, Shukla Ashtami
Maha Navami October 11, 2024, Friday
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
Saraswati Balidan October 11, 2024, Friday
Ashwina, Uttara Ashadha Nakshatra
Masik Durgashtami October 11, 2024, Friday
Ashwina, Shukla Ashtami
Saraswati Visarjan October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shravana Nakshatra
Ayudha Puja October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
Durga Balidan October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
Durga Visarjan October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Vijayadashami October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Dussehra October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Bengal Maha Navami October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
South Saraswati Puja October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
Buddha Jayanti October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Daksha Savarni Manvadi October 12, 2024, Saturday
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
Bengal Vijayadashami October 13, 2024, Sunday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Vidyarambham Day October 13, 2024, Sunday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Madhvacharya Jayanti October 13, 2024, Sunday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Dasara October 13, 2024, Sunday
Ashwina, Shukla Dashami
Papankusha Ekadashi October 13, 2024, Sunday
Ashwina, Shukla Ekadashi
Gauna Papankusha Ekadashi October 14, 2024, Monday
Ashwina, Shukla Ekadashi
Vaishnava Papankusha Ekadashi October 14, 2024, Monday
Ashwina, Shukla Ekadashi
Padmanabha Dwadashi October 14, 2024, Monday
Ashwina, Shukla Dwadashi
Pradosh Vrat October 15, 2024, Tuesday
Ashwina, Shukla Trayodashi
Kojagara Puja October 16, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Shukla Purnima
Sharad Purnima October 16, 2024, Wednesday
Ashwina, Shukla Purnima
Valmiki Jayanti October 17, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Purnima
Meerabai Jayanti October 17, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Purnima
Tula Sankranti October 17, 2024, Thursday
Kanya to Tula transit of Sun
Ashwina Navapada Oli Ends October 17, 2024, Thursday
based on Jain calendar
Ashwina Purnima Vrat October 17, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Purnima
Ashwina Purnima October 17, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Purnima
Anvadhan October 17, 2024, Thursday
Ashwina, Shukla Chaturdashi
Kartika Begins *North October 18, 2024, Friday
Margashirsha, Krishna Pratipada
Ishti October 18, 2024, Friday
Ashwina, Shukla Purnima
Masik Karthigai October 19, 2024, Saturday
based on Solar calendar
Karwa Chauth October 20, 2024, Sunday
Kartika, Krishna Chaturthi
Atla Tadde October 20, 2024, Sunday
Kartika, Krishna Tritiya
Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi October 20, 2024, Sunday
Kartika, Krishna Chaturthi
Rohini Vrat October 21, 2024, Monday
based on Jain calendar
Ahoi Ashtami October 24, 2024, Thursday
Kartika, Krishna Ashtami
Radha Kunda Snan October 24, 2024, Thursday
Kartika, Krishna Ashtami
Kalashtami October 24, 2024, Thursday
Kartika, Krishna Ashtami
Masik Krishna Janmashtami October 24, 2024, Thursday
Kartika, Krishna Ashtami
Govatsa Dwadashi October 28, 2024, Monday
Kartika, Krishna Dwadashi
Rama Ekadashi October 28, 2024, Monday
Kartika, Krishna Ekadashi
Dhanteras October 29, 2024, Tuesday
Kartika, Krishna Trayodashi
Yama Deepam October 29, 2024, Tuesday
Kartika, Krishna Trayodashi
Yama Panchaka Begins
October 29, 2024, Tuesday
Pradosh Vrat October 29, 2024, Tuesday
Kartika, Krishna Trayodashi
Kali Chaudas October 30, 2024, Wednesday
Kartika, Krishna Chaturdashi
Hanuman Puja October 30, 2024, Wednesday
Kartika, Krishna Chaturdashi
Masik Shivaratri October 30, 2024, Wednesday
Kartika, Krishna Chaturdashi
Narak Chaturdashi October 31, 2024, Thursday
Kartika, Krishna Chaturdashi
Tamil Deepavali October 31, 2024, Thursday
Kartika, Krishna Chaturdashi
Kali Puja October 31, 2024, Thursday
Kartika, Krishna Amavasya

 

Conclusion

October 2024 unfolds as a month of profound spiritual significance and joyous celebrations in the Hindu calendar.

From the continuation of Navaratri to the triumph of good over evil on Dussehra, the marital devotion of Karva Chauth, and the festival of lights, Diwali, these observances resonate with the essence of devotion, unity, and spiritual elevation.

As we immerse ourselves in the festivities and rituals of October, may we find solace, joy, and divine blessings on our journey of self-discovery and cultural enrichment.

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