November 2025 Festivals: From Tulsi Vivah to Dev Diwali, Here’s Why This Month Marks New Beginnings
After the festive rush of Diwali and Chhath Puja in October, many may assume that November 2025 will be quieter. However, the month is spiritually rich and significant, marking the end of Chaturmas - a sacred four-month period when major Hindu ceremonies are paused. As Chaturmas concludes, the doors to auspicious beginnings reopen with weddings, rituals, and important religious observances like Tulsi Vivah , Dev Diwali , and Kalbhairav Jayanti .
The End of Chaturmas: A Time for New Beginnings
According to the Hindu calendar, the sacred period of Chaturmas concludes with Devuthani Ekadashi, also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi. It is believed that Lord Vishnu awakens from his divine slumber on this day, marking the end of inauspicious months. In 2025, Devuthani Ekadashi falls on Saturday, November 1, signifying the start of wedding season and other holy rituals.
The following day, Sunday, November 2, is celebrated as Tulsi Vivah, symbolising the ceremonial marriage of the Tulsi plant to Lord Vishnu (in the form of Shaligram). This event is considered highly auspicious and marks the beginning of the Hindu wedding season .
Major Hindu Festivals in November 2025
While October witnessed Diwali’s grandeur, November 2025 continues the spiritual journey with several important festivals that highlight devotion, light, and renewal.
Here’s a complete list of Hindu festivals in November 2025:
DateDayFestival / Fast
Dev Diwali 2025: The Festival of Lights on the Ganges
One of the most magnificent celebrations in November is Dev Diwali, observed on Kartik Purnima - Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The festival, often called the “Diwali of the Gods,” transforms riverbanks like Varanasi’s Ganga Ghats into a spectacle of thousands of diyas (lamps). It marks Lord Shiva’s victory over demon Tripurasura and is a symbol of divine illumination and peace.
Kalbhairav Jayanti and Vivah Panchami: Honouring Divine Power and Union
Kalbhairav Jayanti, celebrated on November 12, honours Lord Kalbhairav, the fierce form of Lord Shiva associated with protection and time. Devotees observe fasts and perform prayers to seek courage and blessings. Later in the month, Vivah Panchami on November 25 commemorates the divine marriage of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, reinforcing themes of love, dharma, and devotion.
The Spiritual Essence of November 2025
With the end of Chaturmas, November 2025 emerges as a month filled with sacred significance. From Devuthani Ekadashi and Tulsi Vivah to Dev Diwali and Vivah Panchami, every celebration symbolises renewal, purity, and divine blessings.
Whether it’s lighting diyas on the Ganga Ghats or celebrating auspicious unions, November invites devotees to embrace faith, gratitude, and new beginnings.
The End of Chaturmas: A Time for New Beginnings
According to the Hindu calendar, the sacred period of Chaturmas concludes with Devuthani Ekadashi, also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi. It is believed that Lord Vishnu awakens from his divine slumber on this day, marking the end of inauspicious months. In 2025, Devuthani Ekadashi falls on Saturday, November 1, signifying the start of wedding season and other holy rituals.
The following day, Sunday, November 2, is celebrated as Tulsi Vivah, symbolising the ceremonial marriage of the Tulsi plant to Lord Vishnu (in the form of Shaligram). This event is considered highly auspicious and marks the beginning of the Hindu wedding season .
Major Hindu Festivals in November 2025
While October witnessed Diwali’s grandeur, November 2025 continues the spiritual journey with several important festivals that highlight devotion, light, and renewal.
Here’s a complete list of Hindu festivals in November 2025:
DateDayFestival / Fast
| November 1 | Saturday | Devuthani Ekadashi |
| November 2 | Sunday | Tulsi Vivah |
| November 3 | Monday | Som Pradosh Vrat |
| November 4 | Tuesday | Manikarnika Ghat Snan |
| November 5 | Wednesday | Kartik Purnima, Dev Diwali, Guru Nanak Jayanti |
| November 6 | Thursday | Margashirsha Month Begins |
| November 7 | Friday | Rohini Fast |
| November 8 | Saturday | Sankashti Chaturthi, Sundari Teej |
| November 12 | Wednesday | Kalbhairav Jayanti |
| November 15 | Saturday | Utpanna Ekadashi |
| November 16 | Sunday | Summer Solstice |
| November 17 | Monday | Som Pradosh Vrat |
| November 18 | Tuesday | Monthly Shivratri |
| November 20 | Thursday | Margashirsha Amavasya |
| November 21 | Friday | Chandra Darshan |
| November 25 | Tuesday | Vivah Panchami |
| November 28 | Friday | Durgashtami Fast |
Dev Diwali 2025: The Festival of Lights on the Ganges
One of the most magnificent celebrations in November is Dev Diwali, observed on Kartik Purnima - Wednesday, November 5, 2025. The festival, often called the “Diwali of the Gods,” transforms riverbanks like Varanasi’s Ganga Ghats into a spectacle of thousands of diyas (lamps). It marks Lord Shiva’s victory over demon Tripurasura and is a symbol of divine illumination and peace.
Kalbhairav Jayanti and Vivah Panchami: Honouring Divine Power and Union
Kalbhairav Jayanti, celebrated on November 12, honours Lord Kalbhairav, the fierce form of Lord Shiva associated with protection and time. Devotees observe fasts and perform prayers to seek courage and blessings. Later in the month, Vivah Panchami on November 25 commemorates the divine marriage of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita, reinforcing themes of love, dharma, and devotion.
The Spiritual Essence of November 2025
With the end of Chaturmas, November 2025 emerges as a month filled with sacred significance. From Devuthani Ekadashi and Tulsi Vivah to Dev Diwali and Vivah Panchami, every celebration symbolises renewal, purity, and divine blessings.
Whether it’s lighting diyas on the Ganga Ghats or celebrating auspicious unions, November invites devotees to embrace faith, gratitude, and new beginnings.
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