Hindu Festivals in December 2025
Complete List of Auspicious Days, Vrat, Ekadashi, Jayanti, and Muhurat
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December is one of the most spiritually significant months according to the Hindu calendar. With major vrats, Ekadashi, Jayanti, Sankranti, Shaiva and Vaishnava celebrations, December 2025 is filled with auspicious events. This guide lists all important festivals with their tithis, timings, and significance.
December 2025 features major Hindu festivals including Gita Jayanti, Mokshada Ekadashi, Dattatreya Jayanti, Margashirsha Purnima, Karthigai Deepam, Saphala Ekadashi, Dhanu Sankranti, Masik Shivaratri, Pausha Amavasya, Vaikuntha Ekadashi, and Skanda Sashti. This complete day-wise calendar includes all vrats, tithis, and significances for easy reference.
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December 2025 Hindu Festivals – Full List With Tithi, Dates & Details
Below is the organized day-wise list of all Hindu festivals in December 2025.
Top Hindu Festivals in December 2025:
Gita Jayanti (Dec 1), Mokshada Ekadashi (Dec 1), Dattatreya Jayanti (Dec 4), Karthigai Deepam (Dec 4), Saphala Ekadashi (Dec 15), Dhanu Sankranti (Dec 16), Masik Shivaratri (Dec 18), Pausha Amavasya (Dec 19), Vaikuntha Ekadashi (Dec 31).
Most Important Festival: Vaikuntha Ekadashi on December 31, 2025.
Pausha Month Starts: December 5, 2025.
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December 1, 2025 – Monday
Gita Jayanti
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Ekadashi
Significance: The day when Lord Krishna revealed the Bhagavad Gita to Arjuna on the battlefield of Kurukshetra.
Guruvayur Ekadashi
Based on Solar Calendar.
World AIDS Day
Fixed Gregorian date event.
Mokshada Ekadashi
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Ekadashi
Observed for liberation and spiritual upliftment.
December 2, 2025 – Tuesday
Matsya Dwadashi
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Dwadashi
Bhauma Pradosh Vrat
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Trayodashi
December 3, 2025 – Wednesday
Hanuman Jayanti (Kannada)
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Trayodashi
December 4, 2025 – Thursday
Dattatreya Jayanti
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Purnima
Annapurna Jayanti
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Purnima
Bhairavi Jayanti
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Purnima
Karthigai Deepam
Based on Solar Calendar.
Margashirsha Purnima Vrat
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Purnima
Margashirsha Purnima
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Purnima
Anvadhan
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Chaturdashi
December 5, 2025 – Friday
Pausha Begins (North India)
Tithi: Magha, Krishna Pratipada
Rohini Vrat
Based on Jain Calendar
Ishti
Tithi: Margashirsha, Shukla Purnima
December 7, 2025 – Sunday
Akhuratha Sankashti
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Chaturthi
December 11, 2025 – Thursday
Kalashtami
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Ashtami
Masik Krishna Janmashtami
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Ashtami
December 15, 2025 – Monday
Saphala Ekadashi
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Ekadashi
December 16, 2025 – Tuesday
Dhanu Sankranti
Sun transit from Vrishchika to Dhanu.
December 17, 2025 – Wednesday
Budha Pradosh Vrat
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Trayodashi
December 18, 2025 – Thursday
Masik Shivaratri
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Chaturdashi
December 19, 2025 – Friday
Hanuman Jayanti (Tamil)
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Amavasya
Darsha Amavasya
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Amavasya
Anvadhan
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Chaturdashi
Pausha Amavasya
Tithi: Magha, Krishna Amavasya
December 20, 2025 – Saturday
Ishti
Tithi: Pausha, Krishna Amavasya
December 21, 2025 – Sunday
Shortest Day of the Year
Astronomical Event
Chandra Darshana
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Pratipada
December 24, 2025 – Wednesday
Vinayaka Chaturthi
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Chaturthi
December 25, 2025 – Thursday
Skanda Sashti
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Shashthi
December 27, 2025 – Saturday
Guru Gobind Singh Jayanti
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Saptami
Mandala Pooja
Based on Malayalam calendar.
December 28, 2025 – Sunday
Banada Ashtami
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Ashtami
Masik Durgashtami
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Ashtami
December 30, 2025 – Tuesday
Tailang Swami Jayanti
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi
Pausha Putrada Ekadashi
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi
Dharma Savarni Manvadi
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi
December 31, 2025 – Wednesday
Masik Karthigai
Based on Solar Calendar
Vaikuntha Ekadashi
Based on Solar Calendar
Gauna Pausha Putrada Ekadashi
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi
Vaishnava Pausha Putrada Ekadashi
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Ekadashi
Kurma Dwadashi
Tithi: Pausha, Shukla Dwadashi
Why December is Spiritually Important in Hinduism
- Marks transition from Margashirsha to Pausha
- Includes highly auspicious Ekadashi and Purnima
- Houses festivals dedicated to Shiva, Vishnu, Devi and Hanuman
- Considered a sacred month for charity and spiritual discipline
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FAQ for Hindu Festivals in December 2025
1. What are the major Hindu festivals in December 2025?
The major Hindu festivals in December 2025 include Gita Jayanti, Mokshada Ekadashi, Dattatreya Jayanti, Margashirsha Purnima, Karthigai Deepam, Saphala Ekadashi, Masik Shivaratri, Pausha Amavasya, and Vaikuntha Ekadashi. These dates are based on the Hindu Panchang and vary according to lunar tithi.
2. When is Gita Jayanti in 2025?
Gita Jayanti in 2025 is on December 1, 2025 (Monday). It falls on Margashirsha Shukla Ekadashi, the day when Bhagavad Gita was revealed to Arjuna by Lord Krishna.
3. When is Vaikuntha Ekadashi in December 2025?
Vaikuntha Ekadashi is on December 31, 2025 (Wednesday). It is considered one of the most auspicious Ekadashis dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
4. When is Margashirsha Purnima in 2025?
Margashirsha Purnima falls on December 4, 2025 (Thursday). Devotees perform Dattatreya Jayanti, Annapurna Jayanti, and Bhairavi Jayanti on this day.
5. Which Ekadashi falls in December 2025?
The Ekadashis in December 2025 are:
- Mokshada Ekadashi – December 1
- Saphala Ekadashi – December 15
- Pausha Putrada Ekadashi – December 30
- Vaikuntha Ekadashi / Gauna – December 31
Each Ekadashi has unique significance according to the Vedic calendar.
6. When does Pausha month start in 2025?
In North India (Purnimanta calendar), Pausha month begins on December 5, 2025. In South India (Amanta), the start date varies according to local lunar calculations.
7. Is there a Sankranti in December 2025?
Yes. Dhanu Sankranti occurs on December 16, 2025 (Tuesday), when the Sun moves from Vrishchika Rashi to Dhanu Rashi.
8. What is the most important festival of December for Vaishnavas?
The most important Vaishnava festival of December is Vaikuntha Ekadashi, celebrated on December 31, 2025. It is believed that the “Gates of Vaikuntha” remain open on this day for devotees.
9. What is the significance of Margashirsha month in Hinduism?
Margashirsha is considered spiritually powerful because Lord Krishna identifies it as His favourite month in the Bhagavad Gita. Many important vrats and purnima vrat occur during this period.
10. When is Masik Shivaratri in December 2025?
Masik Shivaratri falls on December 18, 2025 (Thursday), on Pausha Krishna Chaturdashi. Devotees perform Shiva Abhishekam, Rudrabhishek, and night-long prayers.
11. When is Pausha Amavasya in 2025?
Pausha Amavasya is on December 19, 2025 (Friday). It is considered auspicious for Pitru Tarpan and charity.
12. Where can I get the complete Hindu calendar for December 2025?
You can access the full festival list, tithi timings, and Panchang details here:
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13. How accurate are the Hindu festival dates for December 2025?
The dates are based on traditional Hindu Panchang, cross-checked with high-accuracy sources such as Panditji on way Panchang. Local timings may vary slightly depending on location.
14. Can I book a Pandit for any December 2025 puja or vrat?
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15. What is the most auspicious day in December 2025?
Vaikuntha Ekadashi (December 31) and Margashirsha Purnima (December 4) are considered the most spiritually significant days of the month.
Conclusion
December 2025 is filled with sacred vrats, Ekadashis, Jayantis, and significant tithis. This complete Hindu festival calendar helps devotees plan their rituals with accuracy. For performing pujas, vrats, or homam, PanditJiOnWay offers reliable Vedic pandits across India and abroad.
