The month of August 2025 is packed with spiritual significance, vibrant festivals, and auspicious vrat (fasting) days as per the Hindu Panchang. From celebrating the bond of siblings on Raksha Bandhan, the birth of Lord Krishna on Janmashtami, to welcoming Ganpati Bappa during Ganesh Chaturthi, this month is rich in devotion, rituals, and family gatherings.
In this blog, we bring you a detailed list of Hindu festivals and vrat dates in August 2025, along with the tithi (lunar dates) and significance of major events.
đź“… Major Hindu Festivals in August 2025
1. Raksha Bandhan – Friday, August 8, 2025
- Tithi: Purnima (Shravana Purnima)
- Significance: Celebrated to honor the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie a rakhi (sacred thread) on their brothers’ wrists and pray for their long life, while brothers vow to protect them.
- Auspicious Time for Rakhi: (To be updated based on Panchang closer to date)
2. Shravana Purnima – August 8, 2025
- Significance: The full moon day of the auspicious Shravan month. Also observed as Upakarma by Brahmins, especially in South India.
3. Janmashtami – Sunday, August 17, 2025
- Tithi: Ashtami (Krishna Paksha of Bhadrapada month)
- Significance: Marks the birth of Lord Krishna, the 8th avatar of Vishnu. Celebrated with fasting, devotional songs, Krishna leelas, and midnight celebrations.
- Dahi Handi: Celebrated a day after Krishna Janmashtami in Maharashtra and parts of North India.
4. Ganesh Chaturthi – Thursday, August 28, 2025
- Tithi: Chaturthi (Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month)
- Significance: Celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and god of wisdom. Devotees install idols at home and in public pandals, followed by prayers and cultural events.
- Ganpati Visarjan: After 1.5, 5, 7, or 10 days based on tradition.
🪔 Other Important Vrats & Dates in August 2025
| Date | Day | Event/Vrat |
|---|---|---|
| August 1 | Friday | Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha) |
| August 4 | Monday | Amavasya (Shravana) – Darsha Amavasya |
| August 7 | Thursday | Shravan Purnima Vrat |
| August 8 | Friday | Raksha Bandhan & Gayatri Jayanti |
| August 13 | Wednesday | Sankashti Chaturthi (Krishna Paksha) |
| August 17 | Sunday | Krishna Janmashtami |
| August 19 | Tuesday | Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha) |
| August 21 | Thursday | Bhadrapada Amavasya |
| August 23 | Saturday | Hartalika Teej |
| August 24 | Sunday | Rishi Panchami |
| August 28 | Thursday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| August 31 | Sunday | Anant Chaturdashi |
🌿 Auspicious Muhurat Days
- Vivah Muhurat (Marriage Dates): August usually has limited dates due to Chaturmas, but local Panchang consultation is advised.
- Griha Pravesh & Mundan Muhurat: Seek astrologer guidance, as Shravan is a sacred month for religious beginnings.
🙏 Spiritual Importance of Shravan & Bhadrapada Months
- Shravan (July-August): Considered the holiest month for Shiva bhakti. Mondays are dedicated to Lord Shiva, and many observe Shravan Somvar Vrat.
- Bhadrapada (August-September): Begins after Raksha Bandhan and is ideal for celebrating Krishna and Ganesh festivals.
August 2025 is a spiritually charged month in the Hindu calendar. With iconic festivals like Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, and Ganesh Chaturthi, it’s a time of devotion, joy, and family bonding. Whether you’re fasting, performing pujas, or simply celebrating with loved ones, these festivals offer a chance to reconnect with tradition and divinity.
đź“Ś Tip: Stay updated with your regional Panchang for accurate timings and muhurats.
Wishing you a blessed and festive August 2025!
