Festival Information of Nepal

Nepal’s festivals reflect its rich cultural diversity, with celebrations rooted in Hinduism, Buddhism, and other traditions. Some key festivals include:

Dashain (Vijaya Dashami) – September/October: A major Hindu festival celebrating the victory of good over evil, with kite flying, blessings, and family gatherings.

Tihar (Deepawali) – October/November: Known as the Festival of Lights, honoring Lakshmi and animals, with homes decorated and lights to invite prosperity.

Holi – March: A festival of colors marking the arrival of spring and the triumph of good over evil, with joyous color-throwing and community celebration.

Buddha Jayanti – April/May: Celebrates Buddha’s birth, enlightenment, and death, with prayers, rituals, and ceremonies at key Buddhist sites.

Teej – August/September: A women’s festival celebrating marital bliss, with fasting, dancing, and worship of Goddess Parvati.

Maghe Sankranti – January: Marks the winter solstice with rituals, special foods, and river baths for health and warmth.

Gai Jatra – August/September: A humorous procession to honor the deceased, with participants often dressed as cows.

Indra Jatra – September: Celebrates Lord Indra and marks the end of the monsoon season with processions and dances in Kathmandu.

Chhath – October/November: A festival for worshiping the Sun God, with fasting, prayers, and rituals near water bodies.

Lhosar (Tibetan New Year) – February/March: Celebrated by Tibetan and Sherpa communities, with feasting, traditional dances, and prayers for the new year.

Janai Purnima (Raksha Bandhan) – August: Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters with blessings and the tying of rakhi.