In 2025, Assam will resonate with the vibrant beats of its traditional festivals, blending cultural heritage with spirited celebrations. Bihu, the most significant festival, marks the Assamese New Year and the onset of the agricultural season. Rongali Bihu, the spring festival, is celebrated with traditional dances like Bihu dance, melodious tunes of Bihu songs, and community feasts, creating an atmosphere of joy and camaraderie.
The Majuli Festival, held on the largest river island in the world, showcases Assam's cultural diversity through traditional dance forms, music, and indigenous crafts. The festival acts as a bridge between various communities, fostering unity and mutual understanding.
Durga Puja, while widely celebrated in West Bengal, also holds a special place in Assam's cultural calendar. The grandeur of the festival is accentuated by beautifully crafted pandals and idols, drawing devotees in large numbers.
The Ambubachi Mela at the Kamakhya Temple in Guwahati is a unique celebration where devotees gather to observe the annual menstruation of the goddess Kamakhya. The festival is a blend of spirituality, traditional rituals, and cultural performances.
As 2025 unfolds, Assam's festivals continue to be a celebration of its rich cultural heritage, fostering a sense of community and pride among its people. These festivities not only honor age-old traditions but also serve as a vibrant expression of Assam's cultural vibrancy in the modern era.
DAY | DATE | FESTIVAL |
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Sunday | Jun 15, 2025 | Father's Day, Mithuna Sankranti |
Thursday | Jun 19, 2025 | Ashtami |
Friday | Jun 20, 2025 | Nabami |
June | ||
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Tuesday | Jun 03, 2025 | Ashtami |
Wednesday | Jun 04, 2025 | Nabami |
Thursday | Jun 05, 2025 | Ganga Puja, World Environment Day |
Friday | Jun 06, 2025 | Nirjala Ekadashi |
Saturday | Jun 07, 2025 | Bakrid, Eid al-Adha, Vaishnava Nirjala Ekadashi |
Wednesday | Jun 11, 2025 | Purnima, Anvadhan |
Thursday | Jun 12, 2025 | Ishti |
Sunday | Jun 15, 2025 | Father's Day, Mithuna Sankranti |
Thursday | Jun 19, 2025 | Ashtami |
Friday | Jun 20, 2025 | Nabami |
Saturday | Jun 21, 2025 | Yogini Ekadashi, International Yoga Day |
Sunday | Jun 22, 2025 | Gauna Yogini Ekadashi, Vaishnava Yogini Ekadashi |
Wednesday | Jun 25, 2025 | Amavasya, Anvadhan |
Thursday | Jun 26, 2025 | Ishti |
Friday | Jun 27, 2025 | Ratha Jatra, Al-Hijra, Islamic New Year |