Out of all 12 months, October is the most anticipated month due to major festivals falling within this time frame, such as Dussehra, Navratri, Deepawali, Mahanavmi, and other significant cultural celebrations.
The cool weather and changing colours of the leaves also add to the charm of October, making it a favourite month for many people worldwide.
If you don't want to miss these dates, mark your calendar for October and start planning your celebrations! Here is the list of the upcoming festivals and events you can look forward to in October.
List of all Hindu Festivals with Dates
Here is a list of Hindu festivals occurring in October 2024:
| Date | Day | Festival/Significance |
| October 1, 2024 | Tuesday | Chaturdashi Shraddha (for those who died in accidents, violence, or suicide) |
| October 2, 2024 | Wednesday | Mahalaya Amavasya (beginning of Pitru Paksha) |
| October 3, 2024 | Thursday | Shardiya Navratri begins (a nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga) |
| October 4, 2024 | Friday | Chandra Darshan (first sighting of the moon) |
| October 6, 2024 | Sunday | Vinayaka Chaturthi (dedicated to Lord Ganesha) |
| October 8, 2024 | Tuesday | Skanda Sashti (festival for Lord Murugan) |
| October 9, 2024 | Wednesday | Akal Bodhon, Guru Ram Das Jayanti, Saraswati Avahan |
| October 10, 2024 | Thursday | Navpatrika Puja, Saraswati Puja |
| October 11, 2024 | Friday | Maha Navami, Durga Ashtami, Sandhi Puja, Masik Durgashtami |
| October 12, 2024 | Saturday | Ayudha Puja/Shastra Puja, Durga Balidan, Durga Visarjan, Vijayadashami/Dussehra |
| October 13, 2024 | Sunday | Papankusha Ekadashi |
| October 15, 2024 | Tuesday | Pradosh Vrat (fast dedicated to Lord Shiva) |
| October 16, 2024 | Wednesday | Sharad Purnima, Kojagara Puja/Lakshmi Puja |
| October 17, 2024 | Thursday | Tula Sankranti, Kati Bihu (Assam festival) |
| October 20, 2024 | Sunday | Karwa Chauth (fast for the well-being of husbands) |
| October 24, 2024 | Thursday | Kala Ashtami/Kalashtami, Ahoi Ashtami (fast for mothers seeking the well-being of children) |
| October 29, 2024 | Tuesday | Dhanteras (beginning of Diwali celebrations) |
| October 31, 2024 | Thursday | Kali Puja/Shyama Puja, Halloween (global event) |
October 2024 is an exciting month for Hindu festivals, filled with devotion and celebration. Starting with Mahalaya Amavasya, it leads to the joyful events of Dussehra and Diwali.
Each festival has a special meaning and brings families and communities together. These occasions honour gods and ancestors while promoting values like love, gratitude, and the victory of good over evil.
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