Which Festivals and Vratas will be celebrated in August 2025?
By Intimate Viewpoint
The month of August is a spiritually enriching time for millions of Hindus across India and around the world. It falls during the holy Shravan (Sawan) and Bhadrapada months of the Hindu calendar, depending on the date, and is packed with vratas (fasts), utsavs (festivals), and devotional observances.
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Here’s a comprehensive list of the important festivals and vratas in August 2025, along with their dates, days, and cultural significance.
List of Vratas & Festivals in August 2025
August 1 Friday Masik Durga Ashtami
August 4 Tuesday Putrada Ekadashi
August 6 Wednesday Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)
August 8 Friday Varalakshmi Vrata
August 9 Saturday Raksha Bandhan
August 12 Tuesday Kajari Teej
August 16 Saturday Krishna Janmastami
August 19 Tuesday Aja Ekadshi
August 20 Wednesday Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)
August 21 Thursday Masik Shivratri
August 25 Monday Varaha Jayanti
August 27 Wednesday Ganesh Chaturthi
August 31 Sunday Radha Ashtami
Detailed Descriptions of Major Vratas and Festivals
Masik Durga Ashtami, 1st of August
Masik Durga Ashtami is a monthly Hindu festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. It is observed on the Ashtami Tithi (eighth day) of the Shukla Paksha every month.
Many people observe a fast on this day and perform special pujas.
Reciting Durga Chalisa and Durga Saptashati is common during the worship.
Devotees offer flowers, sweets, fruits, and red cloth to the goddess Durga
It is believed that fasting on this day fulfills desires and removes obstacles.
Some also perform Kanya Pujan by offering food and gifts to young girls.
It is a symbol of divine feminine energy and power.
Masik Durga Ashtami is considered highly auspicious and spiritually uplifting.
It is also a preparation for Navratri, the grand celebration of Durga. Observing this day regularly is believed to bring peace, health, and success.
Significance: Observing this vrata helps childless couples and grants moksha.
Rituals: Fasting, chanting Vishnu Sahasranama, and offering tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu.
Varalakshmi Vrat - August 8, Friday
Varalakshmi Vrat is a Hindu festival observed to worship Goddess Lakshmi, the goddess of wealth and prosperity. It is usually celebrated on a Friday before the full moon day in the month of Shravan (July–August). Married women observe this vrat for the well-being, health, and prosperity of their family. Devotees decorate the idol or kalash representing Goddess Lakshmi and offer fruits, sweets, and flowers. It is believed that observing this vrat grants the same blessings as worshipping Ashtalakshmi (the eight forms of Lakshmi). The vrat is especially popular in South Indian states like Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Karnataka, and Telangana. Women wear traditional clothes, perform special pooja, and sing devotional songs on this day.
Raksha Bandhan – August 9, Saturday
One of the most popular Hindu festivals, Raksha Bandhan celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters.
Rituals: Sisters tie a rakhi (sacred thread) on their brothers’ wrists, praying for their protection and well-being. Brothers give gifts and vow to protect them.
Cultural Impact: Celebrated across all religions and regions in India.
Kajari Teej - August 12, Tuesday
Kajari Teej is a significant Hindu festival celebrated mainly in the northern states of India like Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, and Bihar. It falls on the third day of the Krishna Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada (August). On this day, married women observe fast and worship Goddess Parvati for the well-being and longevity of their husbands. The festival is also associated with the monsoon season, and women sing folk songs (Kajris) and enjoy swings hung on trees. It reflects devotion, love, and the beauty of nature during the rainy season.
Krishna Janmastami- August 16,
Krishna Janmashtami is a Hindu festival that celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu. It usually falls in the month of August or September. Devotees observe fasts, sing devotional songs, and reenact episodes from Krishna’s childhood, especially the Dahi Handi event. Temples are beautifully decorated, and at midnight, Krishna's birth is celebrated with great joy and devotion.
Aja Ekadashi - August 19, Tuesday
Aja Ekadashi is a highly auspicious day observed during the Krishna Paksha (waning phase of the moon) in the month of Bhadrapada (August–September). It is dedicated to Lord Vishnu, and devotees observe fasting and offer prayers to seek his blessings. According to Hindu scriptures, observing this Ekadashi with devotion helps in removing sins and brings peace and prosperity. It is believed that even the most serious sins are forgiven by sincerely observing the Aja Ekadashi Vrat.
Masik Shivratri - August 21, Thursday
Masik Shivratri is a monthly Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed on the Chaturdashi Tithi of Krishna Paksha (the 14th night of the waning moon). Devotees observe fasts, offer prayers, and chant mantras like “Om Namah Shivaya” to seek Lord Shiva’s blessings. It is believed that worshipping Lord Shiva on this night washes away sins and grants peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth. The most significant of all is Maha Shivratri, celebrated once a year.
Varaha Jayanti - August 25, Monday
Varaha Jayanti is celebrated to mark the birth of Lord Varaha, the third incarnation of Lord Vishnu. In this avatar, Vishnu appeared in the form of a boar to rescue Mother Earth (Bhudevi) from the demon Hiranyaksha, who had submerged her in the cosmic ocean. This day symbolizes the victory of good over evil and the restoration of dharma. Devotees observe fasts, offer prayers, and read the Varaha Purana to honor Lord Varaha's divine act.
Ganesh Chaturthi - August 27, Wednesday
Ganesh Chaturthi is a popular Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, the remover of obstacles and the god of wisdom and prosperity. It usually falls in the month of Bhadrapada (August–September). Devotees bring home beautifully crafted Ganesha idols, offer prayers, sweets like modaks, and perform aarti. The festival ends with the immersion (Visarjan) of the idol in water, symbolizing Lord Ganesha’s return to Mount Kailash. It is celebrated with great devotion and enthusiasm across India, especially in Maharashtra.
Radha Ashtami - August 31, Sunday
Radha Ashtami is a sacred Hindu festival that celebrates the birth anniversary of Goddess Radha, the beloved consort of Lord Krishna. It falls on the Ashtami (eighth day) of Shukla Paksha in the month of Bhadrapada, which usually comes in August or September.
On this day, devotees worship Radha Rani with great devotion and observe fasts. Special prayers, bhajans, and kirtans are held at temples, especially in Barsana and Vrindavan, where Radha spent her childhood
Conclusion
The month of August 2025 is a time of devotion, joy, and deep spiritual practice. From the monsoon-soaked celebrations of Hariyali Teej to the sacred fasting of Ekadashis, every ritual and festival holds a special place in the hearts of devotees. Whether you're observing fasts like Shravana Ekadashi, celebrating the divine birth on Janmashtami, or tying rakhis on Raksha Bandhan, each occasion brings people closer to divinity and cultural heritage.
Stay connected with your traditions, plan your pujas ahead, and embrace the spiritual energy that the month brings!
May your August be filled with divine blessings, festive joy, and spiritual growth! For more such updates on Hindu festivals and vrat katha, stay tuned to our blog. 🙏
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