The Importance of February in the Hindu Calendar
The month of February often marks the transition from winter to spring, symbolizing renewal and growth. In the Hindu calendar, it corresponds to the months of Magha and Phalguna, depending on the lunar cycle. During this period, numerous festivals, vrats, and poojas take place, each with unique rituals and significance.
Professionals and devotees alike often seek this information to plan their schedules and observe these important dates. From Vasant Panchami, the celebration of learning and knowledge, to Maha Shivratri, the worship of Lord Shiva, February 2025 is filled with opportunities to immerse oneself in devotion and spirituality.
| Lunar Month/Tithi | Festival/Event | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|---|
| Magha, Shukla Chaturthi | Ganesha Jayanti | February 1, 2025 | Saturday |
| Magha, Shukla Chaturthi | Vinayaka Chaturthi | February 1, 2025 | Saturday |
| Magha, Shukla Panchami | Vasant Panchami | February 2, 2025 | Sunday |
| Magha, Shukla Shashthi | Skanda Sashti | February 3, 2025 | Monday |
| Magha, Shukla Saptami | Ratha Saptami | February 4, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Magha, Shukla Saptami | Narmada Jayanti | February 4, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Fixed day in Gregorian calendar | World Cancer Day | February 4, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Magha, Shukla Saptami | Brahma Savarni Manvadi | February 4, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Magha, Shukla Ashtami | Bhishma Ashtami | February 5, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Magha, Shukla Ashtami | Masik Durgashtami | February 5, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Based on Solar calendar | Masik Karthigai | February 6, 2025 | Thursday |
| Based on Jain calendar | Rohini Vrat | February 7, 2025 | Friday |
| Magha, Shukla Ekadashi | Jaya Ekadashi | February 8, 2025 | Saturday |
| Magha, Shukla Dwadashi | Bhishma Dwadashi | February 9, 2025 | Sunday |
| Magha, Shukla Trayodashi | Pradosh Vrat | February 9, 2025 | Sunday |
| Based on Tamil calendar | Thai Pusam | February 11, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Magha, Shukla Purnima | Guru Ravidas Jayanti | February 12, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Magha, Shukla Purnima | Lalita Jayanti | February 12, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Makara to Kumbha transit of Sun | Kumbha Sankranti | February 12, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Magha, Shukla Purnima | Magha Purnima Vrat | February 12, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Magha, Shukla Purnima | Magha Purnima | February 12, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Magha, Shukla Chaturdashi | Anvadhan | February 12, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Chaitra, Krishna Pratipada | Phalguna Begins *North | February 13, 2025 | Thursday |
| Magha, Shukla Purnima | Ishti | February 13, 2025 | Thursday |
| Fixed day in Gregorian calendar | Valentine’s Day | February 14, 2025 | Friday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Chaturthi | Dwijapriya Sankashti Chaturthi | February 16, 2025 | Sunday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Shashthi | Yashoda Jayanti | February 18, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Fixed day in Gregorian calendar | Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti | February 19, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Saptami | Shabari Jayanti | February 20, 2025 | Thursday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Ashtami | Kalashtami | February 20, 2025 | Thursday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Ashtami | Masik Krishna Janmashtami | February 20, 2025 | Thursday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Ashtami | Janaki Jayanti | February 21, 2025 | Friday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Dashami | Maharishi Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti | February 23, 2025 | Sunday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Ekadashi | Vijaya Ekadashi | February 24, 2025 | Monday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Trayodashi | Pradosh Vrat | February 25, 2025 | Tuesday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Chaturdashi | Maha Shivaratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Chaturdashi | Masik Shivaratri | February 26, 2025 | Wednesday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya | February 27, 2025 | Thursday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Chaturdashi | Anvadhan | February 27, 2025 | Thursday |
| Chaitra, Krishna Amavasya | Phalguna Amavasya | February 27, 2025 | Thursday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Amavasya | Dwapara Yuga | February 27, 2025 | Thursday |
| Phalguna, Krishna Amavasya | Ishti | February 28, 2025 | Friday |
Celebrate February 2025 with Devotion and Balance
The Hindu festivals in February 2025 offer a perfect blend of spiritual renewal, cultural celebration, and communal harmony. Whether you participate in grand rituals or observe these festivals privately, each occasion provides an opportunity to reconnect with your spiritual roots and seek divine blessings.