Shravana Masam 2025: Full List of Festivals from July 25 to Aug 23

The holy month of Shravana Masam is set to begin on Friday, July 25 and conclude on Saturday, August 23 this year. This month, considered sacred in the Hindu calendar, features a series of important festivals and spiritual observances across India.

Significant Dates and Festivals in Shravana Masam 2025

Naga Panchami — July 29 (Tuesday):

Devotees worship serpents on the fifth day of Shukla Paksha by offering milk and prayers. This festival is observed as a mark of reverence to serpent deities.

Varalakshmi Vratham — August 1, 8, 15, and 22 (Fridays):

All Fridays in Shravana Masam are considered auspicious. Many households perform Varalakshmi Vratham seeking blessings for family prosperity and good health. The Vratham is especially significant when observed on a Friday that coincides with Pournami, which falls on August 8 this year.

Varahi Jayanti — August 8 (Friday):

Coinciding with Varalakshmi Vratham, Varahi Jayanti marks the celebration of Goddess Varahi, a fierce manifestation of Shakti.

Raksha Bandhan (Rakhi Festival) — August 9 (Saturday):

Celebrated on Pournami, this day symbolizes the bond between siblings. Sisters tie rakhis on their brothers' wrists in exchange for vows of protection.

Balarama Jayanti — August 14 (Thursday):

This marks the birth anniversary of Balarama, elder brother of Lord Krishna, celebrated with prayers and offerings.

Krishna Janmashtami — August 16 (Saturday):

Devotees commemorate the birth of Lord Krishna with midnight vigils, fasting, and devotional singing.

Polala Amavasya — August 23 (Saturday):

Observed on the Amavasya (new moon) of Shravana Masam, this day is dedicated to Goddess Poleramma for the welfare of children and families.

Shravana Masam Month Weekly Observances:

* July 25: First Friday

* July 29: First Tuesday, Naga Panchami

* August 1: Second Friday

* August 5: Second Tuesday

* August 8: Third Friday, Varalakshmi Vratham, Varahi Jayanti

* August 9: Raksha Bandhan, Jandhyala Pournami

* August 12: Third Tuesday

* August 14: Balarama Jayanti

* August 15: Fourth Friday

* August 16: Krishna Janmashtami

* August 19: Fourth Tuesday

* August 22: Last Friday

* August 23: Polala Amavasya

Independence Day also falls within Shravana Masam this year on August 15, coinciding with the fourth Friday.