Use this calendar to check Hindu festivals and Vratas for Sydney. 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 September 2028
Festival and vrata dates for Sydney in September 2028:
- Bhrigu Pradosham (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Friday, 1 September 2028.
- Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Friday, 1 September 2028.
- Anantha Vrata Arambha (Madhyahna) — Saturday, 2 September 2028.
- Kadali Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 3 September 2028.
- Purnima Vrat — Sunday, 3 September 2028.
- Loka Pala Puja — Sunday, 3 September 2028.
- Anant Chaturdashi (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 3 September 2028.
- Ananta Padmanabha Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 3 September 2028.
- Ganesh Visarjan (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 3 September 2028.
- Satyanarayana Swamy Vratam — Sunday, 3 September 2028.
- Uma Maheswara Vratam — Monday, 4 September 2028.
- Upanga Lalitha Gauri Vratam — Monday, 4 September 2028.
- Pitru Paksha begins — Monday, 4 September 2028.
- Asunya Sayana Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Tuesday, 5 September 2028.
- Bruhath Gauri Vratam — Wednesday, 6 September 2028.
- Kajjali Vratam — Wednesday, 6 September 2028.
- Vishalakshi Yatra — Wednesday, 6 September 2028.
- Sankashti Chaturthi — Thursday, 7 September 2028.
- Chandra Shashti — Saturday, 9 September 2028.
- Maha Bharani — Saturday, 9 September 2028.
- Agastyarghyam — Sunday, 10 September 2028.
- Krittika Vratam — Sunday, 10 September 2028.
- Mahalakshmi Vrata Samapti (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Monday, 11 September 2028.
- Kalashtami — Monday, 11 September 2028.
- Rohini Vratam — Monday, 11 September 2028.
- Surya Savarni Manvadi — Tuesday, 12 September 2028.
- Madhyashtami — Tuesday, 12 September 2028.
- Mahalakshmi Vratam — Tuesday, 12 September 2028.
- Durga Devi Udyapanam — Tuesday, 12 September 2028.
- Ahina Navami — Wednesday, 13 September 2028.
- Vyatipata Mahalayam — Wednesday, 13 September 2028.
- Sarvesham Indira Ekadashi (Bhadrapada Krishna) — Friday, 15 September 2028.
- Yati Mahalaya — Saturday, 16 September 2028.
- Gajachchaya — Saturday, 16 September 2028.
- Kaliyugadi — Saturday, 16 September 2028. — The traditional new year for Hindus in the Deccan region, celebrated with special dishes that symbolize the different flavors of life.
- Magha Trayodashi Shraddha — Saturday, 16 September 2028.
- Shani Pradosham (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Saturday, 16 September 2028.
- Kanya Sankramana (12:52 AM) — Sunday, 17 September 2028.
- Sastrahata Mahalayam — Sunday, 17 September 2028.
- Magha Shraddha — Sunday, 17 September 2028.
- Masik Shivaratri (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 17 September 2028.
- Krishna Trayodashi Upavasa — Sunday, 17 September 2028.
- Darsha Shraddha — Monday, 18 September 2028.
- Mahalaya Amavasya — Monday, 18 September 2028.
- Bathukamma begins — Monday, 18 September 2028.
- Engili Pula Bathukamma — Monday, 18 September 2028.
- Ghatasthapana (Ashwin Maasa)05:53 AM — Tuesday, 19 September 2028.
- Sharad Navaratri Begins — Tuesday, 19 September 2028.
- Matamaha Shraddha (Ashwin Maasa) — Tuesday, 19 September 2028.
- Ashwin Masarambh — Tuesday, 19 September 2028.
- Navaratri Day 1 — Shailaputri — Tuesday, 19 September 2028. — 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, 20 September 2028. — 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, 21 September 2028. — 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…
- Lalita Panchami (Ashwin Maasa) — Friday, 22 September 2028.
- Navaratri Day 4 — Kushmanda — Friday, 22 September 2028. — 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…
- Masik Vinayaka Chaturthi — Friday, 22 September 2028.
- Navaratri Day 5 — Skandamata — Saturday, 23 September 2028. — 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 …
- Masik Shashti Vratam — Saturday, 23 September 2028.
- Navaratri Day 6 — Katyayani — Sunday, 24 September 2028. — 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…
- Navaratri Day 7 — Kalaratri — Monday, 25 September 2028. — Kalaratri is the seventh and most fearsome form of Goddess Durga. Her name combines 'Kala' (time/death) and 'Ratri' (night), and she embodies the power that …
- Saraswati Avahana (Puja Begins) — Monday, 25 September 2028.
- Masik Durgashtami (Ashwin Maasa) — Tuesday, 26 September 2028.
- Saddula Bathukamma — Tuesday, 26 September 2028.
- Bathukamma ends — Tuesday, 26 September 2028.
- Durga Ashtami — Tuesday, 26 September 2028. — 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 — Tuesday, 26 September 2028.
- Mahagauri — Tuesday, 26 September 2028.
- Aparajita Puja (Ashwin Maasa) — Wednesday, 27 September 2028.
- Gaja Gauri Vrat (Ashwin Maasa) — Wednesday, 27 September 2028.
- Maha Navami — Wednesday, 27 September 2028. — 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 — Wednesday, 27 September 2028.
- Vijayadashami / Dussehra / Sade Teen Muhurat — Wednesday, 27 September 2028. — Symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana.
- Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) — Wednesday, 27 September 2028.
- Vijaya Yatra (Seemollanghanam) (Ashwin Maasa) — Thursday, 28 September 2028.
- Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) — Thursday, 28 September 2028.
- Sarvesham Pashankusha Ekadashi (Ashvina Shukla) — Friday, 29 September 2028.
- Ashoka Trayodashi Vratam (Ashwin Maasa) — Saturday, 30 September 2028.
- Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Saturday, 30 September 2028.
Hindu Festivals and Important Days
September 2028
| 01SeptemberFriday | Shukla Trayodashi (till (2nd) 5:05 AM) 🔔Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Friday, 01 September 2028 06:17 AM - Saturday, 02 September 2028 06:16 AM — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Saturday, 02 September 2028 06:16 AM |
| 02SeptemberSaturday | Shukla Chaturdashi (till (3rd) 7:22 AM) 🔔Anantha Vrata Arambha (Madhyahna) |
| 03SeptemberSunday | Shukla Chaturdashi (till 7:22 AM) 🔔Kadali Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Purnima Vrat 🔔Loka Pala Puja 🔔Anant Chaturdashi (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Ananta Padmanabha Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Ganesh Visarjan (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Satyanarayana Swamy Vratam |
| 04SeptemberMonday | Shukla Purnima (till 9:47 AM) 🔔Uma Maheswara Vratam 🔔Upanga Lalitha Gauri Vratam 🔔Pitru Paksha begins |
| 05SeptemberTuesday | Krishna Pratipada (till 12:14 PM) 🔔Asunya Sayana Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) |
| 06SeptemberWednesday | Krishna Dvitiya (till 2:39 PM) 🔔Bruhath Gauri Vratam 🔔Kajjali Vratam 🔔Vishalakshi Yatra |
| 07SeptemberThursday | Krishna Tritiya (till 4:56 PM) 🔔Sankashti Chaturthi — Moonrise: 08:36 PM |
| 09SeptemberSaturday | Krishna Panchami (till 8:43 PM) 🔔Chandra Shashti 🔔Maha Bharani |
| 10SeptemberSunday | Krishna Shashthi (till 9:59 PM) 🔔Agastyarghyam 🔔Krittika Vratam |
| 11SeptemberMonday | Krishna Saptami (till 10:40 PM) 🔔Mahalakshmi Vrata Samapti (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Kalashtami 🔔Rohini Vratam |
| 12SeptemberTuesday | Krishna Ashtami (till 10:40 PM) 🔔Surya Savarni Manvadi 🔔Madhyashtami 🔔Mahalakshmi Vratam 🔔Durga Devi Udyapanam |
| 13SeptemberWednesday | Krishna Navami (till 9:55 PM) 🔔Ahina Navami 🔔Vyatipata Mahalayam |
| 15SeptemberFriday | Krishna Ekadashi (till 6:12 PM) 🔔Sarvesham Indira Ekadashi (Bhadrapada Krishna) — Parana (Breaking the fast): Saturday, 16 September 2028 05:56 AM - 08:18 AM |
| 16SeptemberSaturday | Krishna Dvadashi (till 3:21 PM) 🔔Yati Mahalaya 🔔Gajachchaya 🔔KaliyugadiThe traditional new year for Hindus in the Deccan region, celebrated with special dishes that symbolize the different flavors of life. 🔔Magha Trayodashi Shraddha |
| 17SeptemberSunday | Krishna Trayodashi (till 12:00 PM) 🔔Kanya Sankramana (12:52 AM) — Punyakala: 05:55 AM - 12:19 PM 🔔Sastrahata Mahalayam 🔔Magha Shraddha 🔔Krishna Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Sunday, 17 September 2028 05:55 AM - Monday, 18 September 2028 05:54 AM — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Monday, 18 September 2028 05:54 AM |
| 18SeptemberMonday | Krishna Chaturdashi (till 8:17 AM) 🔔Darsha Shraddha 🔔Mahalaya Amavasya 🔔Bathukamma begins 🔔Engili Pula Bathukamma |
| 19SeptemberTuesday | Shukla Pratipada (till (20th) 12:30 AM) 🔔Ghatasthapana (Ashwin Maasa) 05:53 AM - 05:45 PM 🔔Sharad Navaratri Begins 🔔Matamaha Shraddha (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Ashwin Masarambh 🔔Navaratri Day 1 — ShailaputriShailaputri, 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. |
| 20SeptemberWednesday | Shukla Dvitiya (till 8:49 PM) 🔔Navaratri Day 2 — BrahmachariniThe 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. |
| 21SeptemberThursday | Shukla Tritiya (till 5:30 PM) 🔔Navaratri Day 3 — ChandraghantaWorshipped 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. |
| 22SeptemberFriday | Shukla Chaturthi (till 2:45 PM) 🔔Lalita Panchami (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Navaratri Day 4 — KushmandaAs 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. 🔔Masik Vinayaka Chaturthi |
| 23SeptemberSaturday | Shukla Panchami (till 12:42 PM) 🔔Navaratri Day 5 — SkandamataThe 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. 🔔Masik Shashti Vratam |
| 24SeptemberSunday | Shukla Shashthi (till 11:27 AM) 🔔Navaratri Day 6 — KatyayaniWorshipped 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. |
| 25SeptemberMonday | Shukla Saptami (till 11:03 AM) 🔔Navaratri Day 7 — KalaratriKalaratri is the seventh and most fearsome form of Goddess Durga. Her name combines 'Kala' (time/death) and 'Ratri' (night), and she embodies the power that ends darkness and ignorance. Despite her intimidating appearance, she is also known as Shubankari (auspicious), as she makes her devotees fearless. Her vehicle is a donkey, and she is worshipped as the destroyer of all evil spirits. 🔔Saraswati Avahana (Puja Begins) |
| 26SeptemberTuesday | Shukla Ashtami (till 11:28 AM) 🔔Masik Durgashtami (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Saddula Bathukamma 🔔Bathukamma ends 🔔Durga AshtamiAlso 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 🔔Mahagauri |
| 27SeptemberWednesday | Shukla Navami (till 12:39 PM) 🔔Aparajita Puja (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Gaja Gauri Vrat (Ashwin Maasa) — Pravesha Time: 06:10 AM (Hasta Nakshatra Pravesha) 🔔Maha NavamiThis 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 🔔Vijayadashami / Dussehra / Sade Teen MuhuratSymbolizes the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana. 🔔Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) |
| 28SeptemberThursday | Shukla Dashami (till 2:25 PM) 🔔Vijaya Yatra (Seemollanghanam) (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) |
| 29SeptemberFriday | Shukla Ekadashi (till 4:37 PM) 🔔Sarvesham Pashankusha Ekadashi (Ashvina Shukla) — Parana (Breaking the fast): Saturday, 30 September 2028 05:37 AM - 08:59 AM |
| 30SeptemberSaturday | Shukla Dvadashi (till 7:04 PM) 🔔Ashoka Trayodashi Vratam (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Saturday, 30 September 2028 05:37 AM - Sunday, 01 October 2028 10:35 PM — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Sunday, 01 October 2028 10:35 PM |
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
Sydney
2028 · September
Australia/Sydney
