Use this calendar to check Hindu festivals and Vratas for Toronto. 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 2085
Festival and vrata dates for Toronto in September 2085:
- Go Triratra Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Sakra Dwadashi — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Sakra Dhwajotthapana — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Vishnu Parivartana Mahotsavam — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Kalki Dwadashi — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Shani Pradosham (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Vamana Jayanti (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Saturday, 1 September 2085.
- Kadali Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 2 September 2085.
- Anant Chaturdashi (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 2 September 2085.
- Ananta Padmanabha Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 2 September 2085.
- Ganesh Visarjan (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 2 September 2085.
- Anantha Vrata Arambha (Madhyahna) — Sunday, 2 September 2085.
- Purnima Vrat — Monday, 3 September 2085.
- Uma Maheswara Vratam — Monday, 3 September 2085.
- Upanga Lalitha Gauri Vratam — Monday, 3 September 2085.
- Loka Pala Puja — Monday, 3 September 2085.
- Satyanarayana Swamy Vratam — Monday, 3 September 2085.
- Pitru Paksha begins — Tuesday, 4 September 2085.
- Asunya Sayana Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Tuesday, 4 September 2085.
- Bruhath Gauri Vratam — Wednesday, 5 September 2085.
- Kajjali Vratam — Wednesday, 5 September 2085.
- Vishalakshi Yatra — Wednesday, 5 September 2085.
- Sankashti Chaturthi — Thursday, 6 September 2085.
- Maha Bharani — Friday, 7 September 2085.
- Chandra Shashti — Saturday, 8 September 2085.
- Krittika Vratam — Sunday, 9 September 2085.
- Surya Savarni Manvadi — Monday, 10 September 2085.
- Madhyashtami — Monday, 10 September 2085.
- Mahalakshmi Vratam — Monday, 10 September 2085.
- Agastyarghyam — Monday, 10 September 2085.
- Kalashtami — Monday, 10 September 2085.
- Rohini Vratam — Monday, 10 September 2085.
- Ahina Navami — Tuesday, 11 September 2085.
- Durga Devi Udyapanam — Tuesday, 11 September 2085.
- Mahalakshmi Vrata Samapti (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Wednesday, 12 September 2085.
- Yati Mahalaya — Friday, 14 September 2085.
- Sarvesham Indira Ekadashi (Bhadrapada Krishna) — Friday, 14 September 2085.
- Gajachchaya — Saturday, 15 September 2085.
- Kaliyugadi — Saturday, 15 September 2085. — The traditional new year for Hindus in the Deccan region, celebrated with special dishes that symbolize the different flavors of life.
- Shani Pradosham (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Saturday, 15 September 2085.
- Magha Trayodashi Shraddha — Sunday, 16 September 2085.
- Sastrahata Mahalayam — Sunday, 16 September 2085.
- Magha Shraddha — Sunday, 16 September 2085.
- Masik Shivaratri (Bhadrapada Maasa) — Sunday, 16 September 2085.
- Krishna Trayodashi Upavasa — Sunday, 16 September 2085.
- Kanya Sankramana (01:23 AM) — Monday, 17 September 2085.
- Kedara Gowri Vrat (Ashwin Maasa) — Tuesday, 18 September 2085.
- Darsha Shraddha — Tuesday, 18 September 2085.
- Mahalaya Amavasya — Tuesday, 18 September 2085.
- Bathukamma begins — Tuesday, 18 September 2085.
- Engili Pula Bathukamma — Tuesday, 18 September 2085.
- Ghatasthapana (Ashwin Maasa)07:07 AM — Wednesday, 19 September 2085.
- Sharad Navaratri Begins — Wednesday, 19 September 2085.
- Matamaha Shraddha (Ashwin Maasa) — Wednesday, 19 September 2085.
- Ashwin Masarambh — Wednesday, 19 September 2085.
- Navaratri Day 1 — Shailaputri — Wednesday, 19 September 2085. — 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 — Thursday, 20 September 2085. — 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 — Friday, 21 September 2085. — 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 — Saturday, 22 September 2085. — 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 — Saturday, 22 September 2085.
- Lalita Panchami (Ashwin Maasa) — Sunday, 23 September 2085.
- Navaratri Day 5 — Skandamata — Sunday, 23 September 2085. — 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 — Monday, 24 September 2085. — 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…
- Masik Shashti Vratam — Monday, 24 September 2085.
- Navaratri Day 7 — Kalaratri — Tuesday, 25 September 2085. — 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 …
- Masik Durgashtami (Ashwin Maasa) — Wednesday, 26 September 2085.
- Saddula Bathukamma — Wednesday, 26 September 2085.
- Bathukamma ends — Wednesday, 26 September 2085.
- Durga Ashtami — Wednesday, 26 September 2085. — 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 — Wednesday, 26 September 2085.
- Mahagauri — Wednesday, 26 September 2085.
- Saraswati Avahana (Puja Begins) — Wednesday, 26 September 2085.
- Gaja Gauri Vrat (Ashwin Maasa) — Thursday, 27 September 2085.
- Maha Navami — Thursday, 27 September 2085. — 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 — Thursday, 27 September 2085.
- Aparajita Puja (Ashwin Maasa) — Friday, 28 September 2085.
- Vijaya Yatra (Seemollanghanam) (Ashwin Maasa) — Friday, 28 September 2085.
- Vijayadashami / Dussehra / Sade Teen Muhurat — Friday, 28 September 2085. — Symbolizes the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana.
- Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) — Friday, 28 September 2085.
- Sarvesham Pashankusha Ekadashi (Ashvina Shukla) — Saturday, 29 September 2085.
- Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) — Saturday, 29 September 2085.
- Ashoka Trayodashi Vratam (Ashwin Maasa) — Sunday, 30 September 2085.
- Bhanu Pradosham (Ashwin Maasa) — Sunday, 30 September 2085.
- Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Sunday, 30 September 2085.
Hindu Festivals and Important Days
September 2085
| 01SeptemberSaturday | Shukla Dvadashi (till 7:54 AM) 🔔Go Triratra Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Sakra Dwadashi 🔔Sakra Dhwajotthapana 🔔Vishnu Parivartana Mahotsavam 🔔Kalki Dwadashi 🔔Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Saturday, 01 September 2085 06:46 AM - Sunday, 02 September 2085 06:47 AM — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Sunday, 02 September 2085 06:47 AM 🔔Vamana Jayanti (Bhadrapada Maasa) |
| 02SeptemberSunday | Shukla Chaturdashi (till (3rd) 12:36 AM) 🔔Kadali Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Anant Chaturdashi (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Ananta Padmanabha Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Ganesh Visarjan (Bhadrapada Maasa) 🔔Anantha Vrata Arambha (Madhyahna) |
| 03SeptemberMonday | Shukla Purnima (till 8:42 PM) 🔔Purnima Vrat 🔔Uma Maheswara Vratam 🔔Upanga Lalitha Gauri Vratam 🔔Loka Pala Puja 🔔Satyanarayana Swamy Vratam |
| 04SeptemberTuesday | Krishna Pratipada (till 4:52 PM) 🔔Pitru Paksha begins 🔔Asunya Sayana Vratam (Bhadrapada Maasa) |
| 05SeptemberWednesday | Krishna Dvitiya (till 1:17 PM) 🔔Bruhath Gauri Vratam 🔔Kajjali Vratam 🔔Vishalakshi Yatra |
| 06SeptemberThursday | Krishna Tritiya (till 10:09 AM) 🔔Sankashti Chaturthi — Moonrise: 09:10 PM |
| 07SeptemberFriday | Krishna Chaturthi (till 7:38 AM) 🔔Maha Bharani |
| 08SeptemberSaturday | Krishna Shashthi (till (9th) 4:55 AM) 🔔Chandra Shashti |
| 09SeptemberSunday | Krishna Saptami (till (10th) 4:51 AM) 🔔Krittika Vratam |
| 10SeptemberMonday | Krishna Ashtami (till (11th) 5:37 AM) 🔔Surya Savarni Manvadi 🔔Madhyashtami 🔔Mahalakshmi Vratam 🔔Agastyarghyam 🔔Kalashtami 🔔Rohini Vratam |
| 11SeptemberTuesday | Krishna Navami (till (12th) 7:05 AM) 🔔Ahina Navami 🔔Durga Devi Udyapanam |
| 12SeptemberWednesday | Krishna Navami (till 7:05 AM) 🔔Mahalakshmi Vrata Samapti (Bhadrapada Maasa) |
| 14SeptemberFriday | Krishna Ekadashi (till 11:29 AM) 🔔Yati Mahalaya 🔔Sarvesham Indira Ekadashi (Bhadrapada Krishna) — Parana (Breaking the fast): Saturday, 15 September 2085 07:02 AM - 08:47 AM |
| 15SeptemberSaturday | Krishna Dvadashi (till 2:01 PM) 🔔Gajachchaya 🔔KaliyugadiThe traditional new year for Hindus in the Deccan region, celebrated with special dishes that symbolize the different flavors of life. |
| 16SeptemberSunday | Krishna Trayodashi (till 4:32 PM) 🔔Magha Trayodashi Shraddha 🔔Sastrahata Mahalayam 🔔Magha Shraddha 🔔Krishna Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Sunday, 16 September 2085 07:03 AM - Monday, 17 September 2085 07:04 AM — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Monday, 17 September 2085 07:04 AM |
| 17SeptemberMonday | Krishna Chaturdashi (till 6:56 PM) 🔔Kanya Sankramana (01:23 AM) — Punyakala: 07:04 AM - 01:28 PM |
| 18SeptemberTuesday | Amavasya (till 9:07 PM) 🔔Kedara Gowri Vrat (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Darsha Shraddha 🔔Mahalaya Amavasya 🔔Bathukamma begins 🔔Engili Pula Bathukamma |
| 19SeptemberWednesday | Shukla Pratipada (till 11:03 PM) 🔔Ghatasthapana (Ashwin Maasa) 07:07 AM - 07:14 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. |
| 20SeptemberThursday | Shukla Dvitiya (till (21st) 12:41 AM) 🔔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. |
| 21SeptemberFriday | Shukla Tritiya (till (22nd) 1:59 AM) 🔔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. |
| 22SeptemberSaturday | Shukla Chaturthi (till (23rd) 2:55 AM) 🔔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 |
| 23SeptemberSunday | Shukla Panchami (till (24th) 3:24 AM) 🔔Lalita Panchami (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔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. |
| 24SeptemberMonday | Shukla Shashthi (till (25th) 3:24 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. 🔔Masik Shashti Vratam |
| 25SeptemberTuesday | Shukla Saptami (till (26th) 2:49 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. |
| 26SeptemberWednesday | Shukla Ashtami (till (27th) 1:39 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 🔔Saraswati Avahana (Puja Begins) |
| 27SeptemberThursday | Shukla Navami (till 11:53 PM) 🔔Gaja Gauri Vrat (Ashwin Maasa) — Pravesha Time: 06:43 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 |
| 28SeptemberFriday | Shukla Dashami (till 9:32 PM) 🔔Aparajita Puja (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Vijaya Yatra (Seemollanghanam) (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Vijayadashami / Dussehra / Sade Teen MuhuratSymbolizes the triumph of good over evil, commemorating Lord Rama's victory over Ravana. 🔔Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) |
| 29SeptemberSaturday | Shukla Ekadashi (till 6:41 PM) 🔔Sarvesham Pashankusha Ekadashi (Ashvina Shukla) — Parana (Breaking the fast): Sunday, 30 September 2085 07:19 AM - 09:21 AM 🔔Saraswati Visarjana (Puja Ends) |
| 30SeptemberSunday | Shukla Dvadashi (till 3:26 PM) 🔔Ashoka Trayodashi Vratam (Ashwin Maasa) 🔔Shukla Trayodashi Upavasa — Upavasa: Sunday, 30 September 2085 07:19 AM - Monday, 01 October 2085 11:57 AM — Parana (Breaking the fast): ≥ Monday, 01 October 2085 11:57 AM |
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
Toronto
2085 · September
America/Toronto
