Holidays and Festivals in February 2025

February 2025 brings a mix of cultural, historical, and religious holidays. From celebrating love on Valentine’s Day to honoring historical leaders and religious traditions, February is filled with meaningful events. Below is the list of key holidays and festivals in February 2025 along with their significance.

Important Dates in February 2025

The list of festivals, and holidays for February 2025 is provided below:

Date	Day	Event
February 3, 2025	Monday	Vasant Panchami
February 12, 2025	Wednesday	Guru Ravidas Jayanti
February 14, 2025	Friday	Valentine’s Day
February 15, 2025	Saturday	Lui-Ngai-Ni
February 19, 2025	Wednesday	Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
February 20, 2025	Thursday	State Day (Arunachal Pradesh & Mizoram)
February 26, 2025	Wednesday	Maha Shivaratri
February 28, 2025	Friday	Losar

Important Holidays in February 2025

• Vasant Panchami
  Vasant Panchami, also called Saraswati Puja, marks the arrival of spring. It is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom and learning. People wear yellow, offer prayers, and celebrate with cultural programs.
• Guru Ravidas Jayanti
  This day commemorates the birth of Guru Ravidas, a revered saint and poet. His teachings on equality and humanity are remembered. Special prayers and processions are held, especially in Punjab and Uttar Pradesh.
• Valentine’s Day
  Celebrated worldwide, Valentine’s Day is a day to express love and affection. Couples exchange gifts, cards, and flowers to show their appreciation for each other.
• Lui-Ngai-Ni
  Lui-Ngai-Ni is a harvest festival celebrated by the Naga tribes in Manipur and Nagaland. It includes cultural performances, traditional dances, and feasts.
• Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti
  This day honors the birth of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj, a great Maratha warrior and ruler. Maharashtra holds grand celebrations, including parades and cultural events, to commemorate his contributions.
• State Day
  Arunachal Pradesh and Mizoram celebrate their Statehood Day on February 20. The day marks the formation of these states and includes cultural programs and official ceremonies.
• Maha Shivaratri
  Maha Shivaratri is a significant Hindu festival dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees fast, visit temples, and participate in night-long prayers and chanting to seek blessings.
• Losar
  Losar is the Tibetan New Year celebrated with much joy in regions like Ladakh, Sikkim, and Arunachal Pradesh. People clean their homes, offer prayers, and enjoy traditional dishes.

February is a month of diverse celebrations, offering opportunities to enjoy cultural festivals and religious occasions. Mark your calendar and participate in these events to make your February 2025 memorable!

• March (Festivals & Holidays)
• ​February Special Days
• Valentine Week