Ashwin Shukla Pratipada, 2082
October 3, 2025 (Friday)
The festival begins with Ghatasthapana - installation of the sacred kalash and planting of jamara seeds. This marks the official start of the 15-day celebration.
Ashwin Shukla Dwitiya, 2082
October 4, 2025 (Saturday)
Second day of Dashain. Prayers continue and jamara begins to sprout in homes across Nepal.
Ashwin Shukla Tritiya, 2082
October 5, 2025 (Sunday)
Third day dedicated to continued worship and preparation for the main festivities ahead.
Ashwin Shukla Chaturthi, 2082
October 6, 2025 (Monday)
Fourth day of prayers and family preparations. Markets begin to bustle with festival shopping.
Ashwin Shukla Panchami, 2082
October 7, 2025 (Tuesday)
Fifth day marks the mid-point of the first week. Jamara grows stronger and preparations intensify.
Ashwin Shukla Shashthi, 2082
October 8, 2025 (Wednesday)
Sixth day of worship. Families begin final preparations for the major celebrations ahead.
Ashwin Shukla Saptami, 2082
October 9, 2025 (Thursday)
Fulpati - the grand procession day. Sacred flowers, jamara, and offerings are brought into homes. The royal kalash procession takes place in Kathmandu.
Ashwin Shukla Ashtami, 2082
October 10, 2025 (Friday)
Maha Ashtami - worship of Goddess Durga in her fierce form. Traditional animal sacrifices and offerings are made to please the goddess.
Ashwin Shukla Navami, 2082
October 11, 2025 (Saturday)
Maha Navami - Ayudha Puja day. Worship of tools, vehicles, and weapons. The sacred Taleju temple in Kathmandu opens to the public.
Ashwin Shukla Dashami, 2082
October 12, 2025 (Sunday)
Vijaya Dashami - The most important day! Elders put tika and jamara on younger relatives. Grand family reunions and exchange of blessings and gifts.
Ashwin Shukla Ekadashi, 2082
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Continuation of tika and blessings. Families visit extended relatives and receive blessings from elders.
Ashwin Shukla Dwadashi, 2082
October 14, 2025 (Tuesday)
Twelfth day of blessings and family gatherings. Traditional games and cultural activities continue.
Ashwin Shukla Trayodashi, 2082
October 15, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thirteenth day of festivities. Kite flying reaches its peak and communities come together for celebrations.
Ashwin Shukla Chaturdashi, 2082
October 16, 2025 (Thursday)
Fourteenth day continues with family visits and cultural celebrations. Preparation for the final day begins.
Ashwin Shukla Purnima, 2082
October 17, 2025 (Friday)
Kojagrat Purnima - Final day dedicated to Goddess Laxmi. Night-long vigil and prayers for prosperity and wealth. Dashain concludes.