Festivals of Mithila
Celebrating Heritage, Harmony & Devotion
Mithila’s festivals are the heartbeat of its people. Celebrated with songs, rituals, colors, and deep spiritual devotion, these festivals reflect not only religious faith but also love for nature, community, and family traditions.
They mark seasons, celebrate womanhood, worship deities, and honor family bonds — making Mithila one of the most culturally rich regions in South Asia.
Chhath Puja
Devotees offer arghya to the sun, fasting for health and prosperity.
Sama-Chakeva
A winter celebration of sibling love with songs and clay idols.
Jhijhiya
Women dance with earthen pots to drive away evil during Navratri.
Vat Savitri
Married women fast beneath the banyan tree for their husband’s long life.
Madhushravani
Newlyweds worship serpent deities and listen to folk stories for 13 days.
Chaur Chan
A full moon family gathering with prayers and traditional food.
Jitiya
Mothers fast without water praying for their children’s long lives.
Dussehra
Celebrates victory of good over evil with Ramleela and idol immersion.
Deepawali
Homes glow with lights and Lakshmi is worshipped for wealth and happiness.
Faguwa (Holi)
A joyful spring festival of colors, music, and community bonding.
Nag Panchami
Serpent gods are worshipped with devotion and offerings.
Bhar-Dwitiya
Sisters bless brothers with tilak and pray for their happiness.
Kojagra
Families stay awake to welcome Goddess Lakshmi on the full moon night.
Jude Sheetal
Maithil New Year marked with cooling foods and family traditions.
Vivaha Panchami
Reenacts the divine wedding of Lord Ram and Goddess Sita.
Saurath Sabha
Traditional gathering where Maithil Brahmins arrange community marriages.
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मैथिली