Here is a list of festivals in October 2023: Durga puja, Dussehra, Pradosh Vrat, and more.
October 2023 is set to be a month filled with festivals, global events, and opportunities to celebrate with loved ones. It's an ideal time to consider travel plans and make special memories. To ensure you can plan your vacations effectively, it's essential to be aware of the key dates in October.
This month is brimming with noteworthy national and international events. With a multitude of public holidays and exciting occasions, October guarantees a lively and enjoyable experience. Below, we've provided a comprehensive list of all the significant days in October for your convenience.
List of festivals in October 2023
1. October 2, 2023 (Monday) - Vighnaraj Sankashti Chaturthi
This day is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Sankashti Chaturthi is observed to overcome obstacles, and devotees perform moon worship at night. It is believed to bring happiness and fertility.
2. October 6, 2023 (Friday) - Jitiya Vrat, Mahalakshmi Vrat Poorn, Kalashtami
Women observe a Nirjala (waterless) fast on the eighth day of the Ashwin month for the welfare and long life of their offspring. On this day, worship of the Sun and Mother Jitiya is performed.
3. October 10, 2023 (Tuesday) - Indira Ekadashi
In the Pitru Paksha, this Ekadashi is considered special, and it involves performing Shraddha (rituals for the ancestors). It is believed that those who observe Ekadashi attain liberation and go to the divine abode.
4. October 11, 2023 (Wednesday) - Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)
5. October 12, 2023 (Thursday) - Ashwin Masik Shivaratri
6. October 14, 2023 (Saturday) - Sarv Pitru Amavasya, Solar Eclipse
Sarv Pitru Amavasya is the last day of the Pitru Paksha. It is a day for offering Tarpan and Pind Daan for those who cannot remember the death dates of their relatives.
7. October 15, 2023 (Sunday) - Sharadiya Navaratri, Ghatasthapana, Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti
Sharadiya Navaratri, a nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga, begins this year. On the first day, Ghatasthapana is performed, and it is believed to remove sorrows, illnesses, and doshas.
8. October 18, 2023 (Wednesday) - Tula Sankranti, Ashwin Vinayak Chaturthi
On this day, the Sun enters the Libra sign from Virgo. It is considered auspicious for Sun worship, leading to honor, fame, and success. Additionally, it is also the day for worshipping Lord Ganesha.
9. October 20, 2023 (Friday) - Kalparambha, Durga Puja Begins
Durga Puja, celebrated by the Bengali community, starts on the sixth day of Sharadiya Navaratri, known as Kalparambha. Rituals include Bilva leaf invitation and traditional rituals.
10. October 21, 2023 (Saturday) - Navpatrika Puja, Saraswati Puja
Navpatrika Puja, also known as Maha Saptami, involves offering nine different types of leaves to Goddess Durga, representing her various forms. Saraswati Puja is also observed on this day.
11. October 22, 2023 (Sunday) - Durga Mahashtami Puja, Sandhi Puja
On Durga Ashtami, people worship their family goddess and perform Kanya Puja. Along with that, Sandhi Puja is performed, marking the time when Goddess Durga slayed the demons Chanda and Munda.
12. October 23, 2023 (Monday) - Durga Mahanavami Puja, Ayudha Puja, Panchak Begins
Durga Mahanavami is the last day of Navaratri, and it involves worshipping Goddess Siddhidatri and performing the Ayudha Puja. On this day, the nine-day puja concludes.
13. October 24, 2023 (Tuesday) - Dussehra, Durga Visarjan
The idol of Goddess Durga is immersed in water on Vijayadashami. Additionally, this day is celebrated as Dussehra, symbolizing the victory of good over evil, with the burning of effigies of Ravana.
14. October 25, 2023 (Wednesday) - Papankusha Ekadashi
15. October 26, 2023 (Thursday) - Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)
16. October 28, 2023 - Ashwin Purnima Vrat, Kojaagari Purnima, Sharad Purnima, Meera Bai Jayanti
Ashwin Purnima, also known as Sharad Purnima, is celebrated on this day. It is believed that nectar falls from the sky on this night. People prepare kheer and place it under the moonlight to absorb its divine qualities.
17. October 29, 2023 - Beginning of Kartik Month
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