Introduction to Hindu Festivals in September
September 2025 is a spiritually rich month for Hindus across India. Falling under the auspicious Bhadrapada and Ashwina lunar months, this period includes a combination of grand festivals, regional observances, monthly vrats, and the sacred Pitru Paksha. In this blog, we present a comprehensive list of Hindu festivals for September 2025, complete with Gregorian calendar dates, corresponding Hindu tithis, and a brief on each festival’s spiritual significance and regional relevance.
Week 1: September 1–7, 2025
1. Jyeshtha Gauri Puja & Visarjan
- Date: September 1–2, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Tritiya/Chaturthi
- Significance: In Maharashtra, two idols of Goddess Gauri (form of Parvati) are brought home and worshipped during Ganesh Chaturthi. Puja is performed on the first day, and immersion (Visarjan) happens on the next.
2. Parsva Ekadashi (Parivartini Ekadashi)
- Date: September 3, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi
- Significance: This day marks the symbolic turn of Lord Vishnu during his cosmic slumber. Devotees fast and pray for spiritual progress.
3. Kalki Dwadashi
- Date: September 3, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Dwadashi
- Significance: Dedicated to Vishnu’s future avatar, Kalki. Celebrated primarily in Vaishnava traditions.
4. Vamana Jayanti & Bhuvaneshwari Jayanti
- Date: September 4, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Dwadashi
- Significance: Commemorates the birth of Lord Vamana, Vishnu’s fifth avatar. Simultaneously, Shakta followers worship Goddess Bhuvaneshwari.
5. Pradosh Vrat (Guru Pradosha)
- Date: September 4, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Trayodashi
- Significance: An evening fast for Lord Shiva, particularly powerful when falling on Thursday.
6. Onam (Thiruvonam)
- Date: September 5, 2025
- Tithi: Sun in Simha, Shravana Nakshatra
- Significance: The biggest festival in Kerala, celebrating the return of King Mahabali. Families enjoy pookalam (flower rangoli) and Onam Sadya (feast).
7. Ganesh Visarjan & Anant Chaturdashi
- Date: September 6, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturdashi
- Significance: Concludes the 10-day Ganesh festival. Idols are immersed in water. Simultaneously, Vishnu is worshipped in his infinite form as Anant.
8. Bhadrapada Purnima
- Date: September 7, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Purnima
- Significance: Marks the end of Bhadrapada month and beginning of Pitru Paksha.
Week 2–3: September 8–21, 2025
9. Pitru Paksha (Mahalaya Shraddha)
- Date: September 7–21, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Krishna Paksha
- Significance: A 15-day period devoted to ancestral rites. Tarpan and Shraddha are performed to offer peace to departed souls.
10. Sankashti Chaturthi (Vighnaraja Sankashti)
- Date: September 10, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Krishna Chaturthi
- Significance: A monthly Ganesh fast observed on Krishna Paksha Chaturthi. Special pujas are performed after moonrise.
11. Mahalakshmi Vrat (Continued)
- Date Range: August 30 – September 13, 2025
- Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Ashtami to Ashwina Krishna Ashtami
- Significance: A 16-day fasting period dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi for prosperity and happiness. Especially observed by women in North India.
12. Ashtami Rohini
- Date: September 14, 2025
- Tithi: Rohini Nakshatra in Chingam (Malayalam) month
- Significance: Celebrates Krishna Janmashtami in Kerala and Tamil Nadu when Ashtami and Rohini coincide.
13. Jivitputrika Vrat (Jitiya)
- Date: September 14, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Krishna Ashtami
- Significance: A tough nirjala fast observed by mothers for the well-being of their children. Popular in Bihar, Uttar Pradesh, and Jharkhand.
14. Indira Ekadashi
- Date: September 17, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Krishna Ekadashi
- Significance: Observed during Pitru Paksha to help ancestors attain moksha. Mentioned in Garuda Purana.
15. Vishwakarma Puja
- Date: September 17, 2025
- Tithi: Kanya Sankranti
- Significance: Honors the divine architect Vishwakarma. Worshipped by craftsmen, engineers, and industrial workers.
16. Masik Shivaratri
- Date: September 19, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Krishna Chaturdashi
- Significance: Monthly night of Shiva worship. Fasting and all-night vigils observed by devotees.
17. Sarva Pitru Amavasya (Mahalaya Amavasya)
- Date: September 21, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Krishna Amavasya
- Significance: Final day of Pitru Paksha. Tarpan is performed for all ancestors collectively.
Week 4–5: September 22–30, 2025
18. Sharad Navratri
- Date: September 22–30, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Pratipada to Navami
- Significance: Nine-night festival celebrating Goddess Durga in her nine forms. Culminates in Vijayadashami on October 1.
19. Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti
- Date: September 22, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Pratipada
- Significance: Celebrated by the Agrawal community, honoring the legendary king Agrasen.
20. Vinayaka Chaturthi (Masik)
- Date: September 25, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Chaturthi
- Significance: Monthly Ganesha puja on Shukla Paksha Chaturthi. Simple home worship observed in some parts of South India.
21. Lalita Panchami (Upang Lalita Vrat)
- Date: September 26, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Panchami
- Significance: Worship of Goddess Lalita Tripura Sundari. Especially popular in Shakta traditions during Navratri.
22. Durga Puja Begins (Maha Shashthi)
- Date: September 27, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Shashthi
- Significance: The grandest festival of Bengal begins. Idols are unveiled and rituals like Kalparambha and Bodhon are performed.
23. Bhanu Saptami
- Date: September 28, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Saptami (falls on Sunday)
- Significance: Special Surya puja observed when Saptami falls on a Sunday.
24. Maha Saptami & Navpatrika Puja
- Date: September 28, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Saptami
- Significance: Ritual bathing and worship of Navpatrika (nine plants) as part of Durga Puja.
25. Durga Ashtami (Maha Ashtami)
- Date: September 29, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Ashtami
- Significance: The most powerful day of Navratri. Kanjak Puja and Sandhi Puja are key highlights.
26. Maha Navami & Saraswati/Ayudha Puja
- Date: September 30, 2025
- Tithi: Ashwina Shukla Navami
- Significance: Devotees honor Goddess Saraswati. In South India, tools and books are worshipped.
Final Thoughts
September 2025 is packed with significant festivals that span emotional devotion, ancestral remembrance, goddess worship, and regional diversity. From Ganesh Visarjan and Onam to Pitru Paksha and Durga Puja, the month brings together solemnity and celebration in perfect harmony. Observing these festivals not only offers spiritual merit but also reconnects one with India’s vast cultural tapestry.
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Stay tuned for a follow-up blog on October 2025 Hindu Festivals and Vijayadashami celebrations!
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