Use this calendar to check Hindu festivals and Vratas for Melbourne. Festival observance is not based on the civil date alone: sunrise, Tithi, Nakshatra, lunar month, and location can all affect the selected day. The astronomical positions are calculated with Swiss Ephemeris, while the observance rules follow traditional Panchanga practice.
How to use this festival calendar
- Select the place carefully: Sunrise and Tithi boundaries differ by location, so the listed date can change between cities or countries.
- Read the timings: When a Tithi spans two civil dates, the applicable sunrise, midday, moonrise, or Pradosha rule may decide the observance day.
- Respect your tradition: Smarta, Vaishnava, regional, family, and temple traditions may apply different rules. Use the calendar as a detailed reference and follow your established custom where required.
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Hindu Festivals & Vratas in October 1951
Festival and vrata dates for Melbourne in October 1951:
- Bathukamma begins✓ — Monday, 1 October 1951.
- Engili Pula Bathukamma✓ — Monday, 1 October 1951.
- Somavati Amavasya✓ — Monday, 1 October 1951.
- Ghatasthapana (Ashwin Maasa)10:36 AM — Tuesday, 2 October 1951.
- Sharad Navaratri Begins✓ — Tuesday, 2 October 1951.
- Ashwin Masarambh✓ — Tuesday, 2 October 1951.
- Navaratri Day 1 — Shailaputri✓ — Tuesday, 2 October 1951. — Shailaputri, whose name means 'Daughter of the Mountain', is the first form of Goddess Durga worshipped during Navaratri. She is the daughter of Himavat, the…
- Navaratri Day 2 — Brahmacharini✓ — Wednesday, 3 October 1951. — The second form of Durga, Brahmacharini, represents one who practices penance (Tapas). She is depicted holding a rosary and a water pot (kamandal), symbolizi…
- Navaratri Day 3 — Chandraghanta✓ — Thursday, 4 October 1951. — Worshipped on the third day, Chandraghanta is the married form of Goddess Parvati. Her name means 'one who has a half-moon shaped like a bell,' as she adorne…
- Navaratri Day 4 — Kushmanda✓ — Friday, 5 October 1951. — As the fourth form of Durga, Kushmanda is credited with creating the universe with her divine smile. Her name translates to 'the cosmic egg'. She is depicted…
- Navaratri Day 5 — Skandamata✓ — Saturday, 6 October 1951. — The fifth form, Skandamata, is known as 'The Goddess of Fire' and her name means 'Mother of Skanda,' who is the war god Kartikeya. She is depicted with four …
- Navaratri Day 6 — Katyayani✓ — Sunday, 7 October 1951. — Worshipped on the sixth day, Katyayani is the warrior goddess form of Durga. She was born from the combined energies of the gods to defeat the demon Mahishas…
- Saraswati Avahana (Puja Begins)✓ — Sunday, 7 October 1951.
- Bhanu Saptami✓ — Sunday, 7 October 1951.
- Saddula Bathukamma✓ — Monday, 8 October 1951.
- Bathukamma ends✓ — Monday, 8 October 1951.
- Durga Ashtami✓ — Monday, 8 October 1951. — Also known as Maha Ashtami, this is one of the most significant days of Navaratri. On this day, the eighth form of Durga, **Mahagauri**, is worshipped, who r…
- Maha Ashtami✓ — Monday, 8 October 1951.
- Mahagauri✓ — Monday, 8 October 1951.
- Maha Navami✓ — Tuesday, 9 October 1951. — This is the great ninth day and the final day of worship. On Maha Navami, Durga is celebrated as Mahisasuramardini, the slayer of the buffalo demon Mahishasu…
- Saraswati Puja / Ayudha Puja✓ — Tuesday, 9 October 1951.
- Vijayadashami / Dussehra / Sade Teen Muhurat✓ — Tuesday, 9 October 1951. — Symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana.
- Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends)✓ — Tuesday, 9 October 1951.
- Aparajita Puja (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Wednesday, 10 October 1951.
- Vijaya Yatra (Seemollanghanam) (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Wednesday, 10 October 1951.
- Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends)✓ — Wednesday, 10 October 1951.
- Sarvesham Pashankusha Ekadashi (Ashvina Shukla)✓ Completed — Thursday, 11 October 1951.
- Ashoka Trayodashi Vratam (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Friday, 12 October 1951.
- Bhrigu Pradosham (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Friday, 12 October 1951.
- Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Friday, 12 October 1951.
- Asunya Sayana Vratam (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Tuesday, 16 October 1951.
- Tula Sankramana (07:05 PM) — Wednesday, 17 October 1951.
- Atla Taddi (Andhra/Telangana) (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Wednesday, 17 October 1951.
- Karwa Chauth (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Thursday, 18 October 1951. — A traditional fast observed by married Hindu women for the longevity and well-being of their husbands.
- Sankashti Chaturthi — Thursday, 18 October 1951.
- Karwa Chauth (Ashwin Maasa) — Thursday, 18 October 1951. — A traditional fast observed by married Hindu women for the longevity and well-being of their husbands.
- Krittika Vratam✓ — Thursday, 18 October 1951.
- Rohini Vratam✓ — Friday, 19 October 1951.
- Ashoka Krishna Ashtami Vratam (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Tuesday, 23 October 1951.
- Ahoi Ashtami (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Tuesday, 23 October 1951.
- Smarta Rama Ekadashi (Ashvina Krishna)✓ Completed — Friday, 26 October 1951.
- Vaishnava Rama Ekadashi (Ashvina Krishna)✓ Completed — Saturday, 27 October 1951.
- Bhanu Pradosham (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Sunday, 28 October 1951.
- Masik Shivaratri (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Monday, 29 October 1951.
- Krishna Trayodashi Upavasa — Monday, 29 October 1951.
- Naraka Chaturdashi (Ashwin Maasa)✓ — Monday, 29 October 1951.
- Bali Padyami (Kartika Maasa)✓ — Wednesday, 31 October 1951.
- Govardhan Puja (Kartika Maasa)✓ — Wednesday, 31 October 1951.
- Gokridana (Kartika Maasa)✓ — Wednesday, 31 October 1951.
- Kartika Masarambh✓ — Wednesday, 31 October 1951.
Hindu Festivals and Important Days
October 1951
| 01OctoberMonday | Amavasya (till 11:56 AM) 🔔Bathukamma begins✓ Completed 🔔Engili Pula Bathukamma✓ Completed 🔔Somavati Amavasya✓ Completed |
| 02OctoberTuesday | Shukla Pratipada (till 10:57 AM) 🔔Ghatasthapana (Ashwin Maasa) 10:36 AM - 10:57 AM✓ Completed 🔔Sharad Navaratri Begins✓ Completed 🔔Ashwin Masarambh✓ Completed 🔔Navaratri Day 1 — Shailaputri✓ CompletedShailaputri, whose name means 'Daughter of the Mountain', is the first form of Goddess Durga worshipped during Navaratri. She is the daughter of Himavat, the Mountain King, and is considered a reincarnation of Goddess Sati. Depicted with two hands, she holds a trident in her right and a lotus in her left, while riding the bull Nandi. As the embodiment of the combined power of Brahma, Vishnu, and Shiva, she is worshipped for strength, health, and prosperity. |
| 03OctoberWednesday | Shukla Dvitiya (till 9:30 AM) 🔔Navaratri Day 2 — Brahmacharini✓ CompletedThe second form of Durga, Brahmacharini, represents one who practices penance (Tapas). She is depicted holding a rosary and a water pot (kamandal), symbolizing her ascetic life. According to mythology, she undertook severe penance to win Lord Shiva as her husband, demonstrating immense devotion and self-control. Devotees worship her for blessings of commitment and unwavering faith. |
| 04OctoberThursday | Shukla Tritiya (till 7:44 AM) 🔔Navaratri Day 3 — Chandraghanta✓ CompletedWorshipped on the third day, Chandraghanta is the married form of Goddess Parvati. Her name means 'one who has a half-moon shaped like a bell,' as she adorned her forehead with a crescent moon after marrying Lord Shiva. She is depicted with ten hands holding various weapons, riding a tiger, and has her third eye always open, signifying her readiness to battle evil. She is a compassionate mother figure to her devotees, bestowing peace and courage. |
| 05OctoberFriday | Shukla Panchami (till (6th) 3:32 AM) 🔔Navaratri Day 4 — Kushmanda✓ CompletedAs the fourth form of Durga, Kushmanda is credited with creating the universe with her divine smile. Her name translates to 'the cosmic egg'. She is depicted with eight arms, holding weapons, a rosary, and jars of elixir and blood, while riding a tiger. It is believed that she possesses the power to reside within the core of the sun, giving it its brightness. Devotees worship her for good health, wealth, and strength. |
| 06OctoberSaturday | Shukla Shashthi (till (7th) 1:19 AM) 🔔Navaratri Day 5 — Skandamata✓ CompletedThe fifth form, Skandamata, is known as 'The Goddess of Fire' and her name means 'Mother of Skanda,' who is the war god Kartikeya. She is depicted with four arms, riding a lion, and holding the infant Skanda on her lap. The worship of Skandamata is considered twice blessed as it automatically includes the worship of her son, bringing grace from both deities. She symbolizes the nurturing and protective love of a mother. |
| 07OctoberSunday | Shukla Saptami (till 11:05 PM) 🔔Navaratri Day 6 — Katyayani✓ CompletedWorshipped on the sixth day, Katyayani is the warrior goddess form of Durga. She was born from the combined energies of the gods to defeat the demon Mahishasura. She is depicted riding a lion, wielding a sword and a lotus in her hands. As a symbol of courage and strength, she is worshipped by devotees seeking victory over personal challenges and the removal of negativity. 🔔Saraswati Avahana (Puja Begins)✓ Completed 🔔Bhanu Saptami✓ Completed |
| 08OctoberMonday | Shukla Ashtami (till 8:55 PM) 🔔Saddula Bathukamma✓ Completed 🔔Bathukamma ends✓ Completed 🔔Durga Ashtami✓ CompletedAlso known as Maha Ashtami, this is one of the most significant days of Navaratri. On this day, the eighth form of Durga, **Mahagauri**, is worshipped, who represents peace and purity. It's believed that Goddess Chamunda appeared from Durga's forehead on this day to defeat demons. Rituals like Kanya Puja (worshipping young girls) and Astra Puja (worship of weapons) are commonly performed. 🔔Maha Ashtami✓ Completed 🔔Mahagauri✓ Completed |
| 09OctoberTuesday | Shukla Navami (till 6:51 PM) 🔔Maha Navami✓ CompletedThis is the great ninth day and the final day of worship. On Maha Navami, Durga is celebrated as Mahisasuramardini, the slayer of the buffalo demon Mahishasura. Devotees also worship Siddhidatri, the ninth form of Durga. Her name means 'giver of supernatural powers,' and she is believed to grant all perfections (`siddhis`) to her devotees. The day is marked by rituals like Kanya Puja, concluding the nine days of worship. 🔔Saraswati Puja / Ayudha Puja✓ Completed 🔔Vijayadashami / Dussehra / Sade Teen Muhurat✓ CompletedSymbolizes the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana. 🔔Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends)✓ Completed |
| 10OctoberWednesday | Shukla Dashami (till 4:56 PM) 🔔Aparajita Puja (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Vijaya Yatra (Seemollanghanam) (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends)✓ Completed |
| 11OctoberThursday | Shukla Ekadashi (till 3:11 PM) 🔔Sarvesham Pashankusha Ekadashi (Ashvina Shukla)✓ Completed — Parana (Breaking the fast): Friday, 12 October 1951 05:40 AM - 07:40 AM✓ Completed |
| 12OctoberFriday | Shukla Dvadashi (till 1:38 PM) 🔔Ashoka Trayodashi Vratam (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Bhrigu Pradosham (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Friday, 12 October 1951 05:40 AM - Saturday, 13 October 1951 12:21 PM✓ Completed — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Saturday, 13 October 1951 12:21 PM |
| 16OctoberTuesday | Krishna Pratipada (till 10:44 AM) 🔔Asunya Sayana Vratam (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed |
| 17OctoberWednesday | Krishna Dvitiya (till 11:10 AM) 🔔Tula Sankramana (07:05 PM) — Punyakala: 10:38 AM - 06:38 PM✓ Completed 🔔Atla Taddi (Andhra/Telangana) (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed |
| 18OctoberThursday | Krishna Tritiya (till 12:09 PM) 🔔Karwa Chauth (Ashwin Maasa)✓ CompletedA traditional fast observed by married Hindu women for the longevity and well-being of their husbands. 🔔Sankashti Chaturthi — Moonrise: 09:57 PM✓ Completed 🔔Karwa Chauth (Ashwin Maasa) — Moonrise: 09:57 PM✓ CompletedA traditional fast observed by married Hindu women for the longevity and well-being of their husbands. 🔔Krittika Vratam✓ Completed |
| 19OctoberFriday | Krishna Chaturthi (till 1:41 PM) 🔔Rohini Vratam✓ Completed |
| 23OctoberTuesday | Krishna Ashtami (till 11:07 PM) 🔔Ashoka Krishna Ashtami Vratam (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Ahoi Ashtami (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed |
| 26OctoberFriday | Krishna Ekadashi (till (27th) 3:45 AM) 🔔Smarta Rama Ekadashi (Ashvina Krishna)✓ Completed — Parana (Breaking the fast): Saturday, 27 October 1951 09:46 AM - 02:18 PM✓ Completed |
| 27OctoberSaturday | Krishna Dvadashi (till (28th) 3:52 AM) 🔔Vaishnava Rama Ekadashi (Ashvina Krishna)✓ Completed — Parana (Breaking the fast): Sunday, 28 October 1951 05:18 AM - 05:33 AM✓ Completed |
| 28OctoberSunday | Krishna Trayodashi (till (29th) 3:12 AM) 🔔Bhanu Pradosham (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed |
| 29OctoberMonday | Krishna Chaturdashi (till (30th) 1:51 AM) 🔔Masik Shivaratri (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Krishna Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Monday, 29 October 1951 05:17 AM - Tuesday, 30 October 1951 05:16 AM✓ Completed — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Tuesday, 30 October 1951 05:16 AM 🔔Naraka Chaturdashi (Ashwin Maasa)✓ Completed |
| 31OctoberWednesday | Shukla Pratipada (till 9:30 PM) 🔔Bali Padyami (Kartika Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Govardhan Puja (Kartika Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Gokridana (Kartika Maasa)✓ Completed 🔔Kartika Masarambh✓ Completed |
This calendar of festivals and important days has been prepared based on the rules given in Hindu scriptures like Nirnaya Sindhu, Dharma Sindhu, etc. It has been created for the benefit of all followers of Hinduism worldwide. If you find any mistake in this calendar regarding any festival or any important day, or if any festival related to your region is not included, please inform me by emailing admin@onlinejyotish.com. Thank you for your cooperation.
Glossary: Understanding Hindu Calendar Terms
These terms help explain why a festival date may differ from a printed calendar or a nearby temple:
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Tithi | A lunar day. It is the time taken by the Moon to move 12 degrees away from the Sun. |
| Nakshatra | One of the 27 divisions along the Moon’s path. Some festivals and Vratas require a particular Nakshatra. |
| Purnimant / Amavasyant | Purnimant months end on Full Moon (North India). Amavasyant months end on No Moon (South India). |
| Smarta vs Vaishnava | Smarta and Vaishnava observances can fall on different dates because their sunrise and Tithi-purity rules are not identical. |
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Festival dates depend on location, sunrise, the duration of the Tithi, and the rule used for that observance. A temple may also follow a regional Panchanga, a traditional school, or its own established custom. A different date does not automatically mean that either calendar is wrong.
Smarta and Vaishnava traditions apply different sunrise and Dashami-overlap rules. This can place the fast on consecutive dates. Follow the tradition observed by your family, Guru, or temple.
An eclipse can affect worship, fasting, temple schedules, and Sutak observance. The effect depends on visibility at the selected location and on the tradition being followed, so local guidance may still be necessary.
How the dates are prepared: Astronomical positions are calculated with Swiss Ephemeris. Festival-selection rules are maintained from traditional Panchanga references under the guidance of Sri Santhosh Kumar Sharma. Regional and sectarian practice can still differ.
City · Year
Melbourne
1951 · October
Australia/Melbourne
