Embark on a journey through the rich cultural tapestry of Tamil Nadu with the 2024 Tamil Festivals Calendar. Immerse yourself in the vibrant traditions and spiritual celebrations that adorn the Tamil calendar.
Join us as we explore the unique festivals, auspicious occasions, and cultural events that define the essence of Tamil culture in the year ahead.
Tamil Festivals Calendar 2024
| Festivals | Date | Tithi |
| Hanumath Jayanthi | January 11, 2024, Thursday |
Margashirsha, Krishna Amavasai
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| Bhogi Pandigai | January 14, 2024, Sunday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Pongal | January 15, 2024, Monday |
on Makara Sankranti day
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| Mattu Pongal | January 16, 2024, Tuesday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Thai Pusam | January 25, 2024, Thursday |
based on Tamil calendar
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| Thai Amavasai | February 9, 2024, Friday |
based on Tamil calendar
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| Ratha Sapthami | February 16, 2024, Friday |
Magha, Shukla Sapthami
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| Masi Magam | February 24, 2024, Saturday |
based on Tamil calendar
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| Shivaratri | March 8, 2024, Friday |
Magha, Krishna Sathuradasi
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| Karadaiyan Nombu | March 14, 2024, Thursday |
based on Tamil calendar
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| Panguni Uthiram | March 25, 2024, Monday |
Uthiram Nakshatram in Panguni month
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| Ugadi - Telugu New Year | April 9, 2024, Tuesday |
Chaitra, Shukla Pirathamai
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| Puthandu | April 14, 2024, Sunday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Vishu | April 14, 2024, Sunday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Rama Navami | April 17, 2024, Wednesday |
Chaitra, Shukla Navami
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| Chitra Pournami | April 23, 2024, Tuesday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Agni Nakshatram Begins | May 4, 2024, Saturday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Akshaya Thiruthiyai | May 10, 2024, Friday |
Vaishakha, Shukla Thiruthiyai
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| Sankara Jayanthi | May 12, 2024, Sunday |
Vaishakha, Shukla Panjami
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| Ramanuja Jayanthi | May 12, 2024, Sunday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Vaikasi Visakam | May 23, 2024, Thursday |
Vrishabha Masam, Vishakha Nakshatra
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| Agni Nakshatram Ends | May 28, 2024, Tuesday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Aadi Perukku | August 2, 2024, Friday |
18th day of Tamil Aadi Masam
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| Aadi Amavasai | August 4, 2024, Sunday |
based on Tamil calendar
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| Andal Jayanthi | August 7, 2024, Wednesday |
based on Tamil calendar
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| Garuda Panjami | August 9, 2024, Friday |
Shravana, Shukla Panjami
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| Varalakshmi Vratam | August 16, 2024, Friday |
Friday before Shravana Pournami
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| Avani Avittam *Rigveda |
August 19, 2024, Monday
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| Avani Avittam *Yajurveda |
August 19, 2024, Monday
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| Gayathri Japam |
August 20, 2024, Tuesday
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| Maha Sangada Hara Chathurti | August 22, 2024, Thursday |
Shravana, Krishna Sathurthi
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| Gokulastami | August 26, 2024, Monday |
Shravana, Krishna Astami
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| Astami Rohini | August 26, 2024, Monday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Avani Avittam *Samaveda |
September 5, 2024, Thursday
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| Vinayagar Chathurthi | September 7, 2024, Saturday |
Bhadrapada, Shukla Sathurthi
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| Onam | September 15, 2024, Sunday |
Sun in Simha & Shravana Nakshatra
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| Maha Bharani | September 21, 2024, Saturday |
Bhadrapada, Bharani Nakshatra
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| Magha Shraddha | September 29, 2024, Sunday |
Bhadrapada, Magha Nakshatra
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| Mahalaya Amavasai | October 2, 2024, Wednesday |
Bhadrapada, Krishna Amavasai
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| Navarathiri | October 3, 2024, Thursday |
Ashwina, Shukla Pirathamai
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| Ayutha Poojai | October 12, 2024, Saturday |
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
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| Vijaya Dashami | October 12, 2024, Saturday |
Ashwina, Shukla Thasami
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| Saraswati Poojai | October 12, 2024, Saturday |
Ashwina, Shukla Navami
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| Vidyarambham | October 13, 2024, Sunday |
Ashwina, Shukla Thasami
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| Deepavali | October 31, 2024, Thursday |
Ashwina, Krishna Sathuradasi
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| Lakshmi Puja | November 1, 2024, Friday |
Ashwina, Krishna Amavasai
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| Kedara Gowri Vratham | November 1, 2024, Friday |
Ashwina, Krishna Amavasai
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| Soora Samharam | November 7, 2024, Thursday |
Kartika, Shukla Shasti
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| Subrahmanya Sashti | December 6, 2024, Friday |
Margashirsha, Shukla Shasti
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| Karthigai Deepam | December 13, 2024, Friday |
based on Solar calendar
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| Hanumath Jayanthi | December 30, 2024, Monday |
Margashirsha, Krishna Amavasai
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Conclusion:
As we conclude our exploration of the 2024 Tamil Festivals Calendar, we are reminded of the richness and diversity of Tamil culture.
Each festival and auspicious occasion carries with it centuries of tradition, spirituality, and community celebration.
May the vibrant festivities of the Tamil calendar bring joy, unity, and prosperity to all who partake in them. Let us cherish and honor these cultural treasures, preserving them for generations to come.