December 2024 is a month filled with joy, spirituality, and celebration for Hindus around the world. As the year draws to a close, the Hindu calendar is packed with a diverse range of festivals, pujas, and vrats that honor the divine, promote spiritual growth, and bring communities together. From the sacred rituals of Dhanu Sankranti to the vibrant festivities of Gita Jayanti, this month offers a unique opportunity to connect with the rich cultural heritage and spiritual traditions of Hinduism. In this article, we'll take you through a comprehensive list of key dates, pujas, vrats, and other Hindu celebrations in December 2024, helping you plan your spiritual journey and make the most of this auspicious month.
Events and Dates in December 2024
| Event | Day/Date |
|---|---|
| World AIDS Day | Sunday, December 1, 2024 |
| Ishti | Sunday, December 1, 2024 |
| Chandra Darshana | Monday, December 2, 2024 |
| Vinayaka Chaturthi | Wednesday, December 4, 2024 |
| Vivah Panchami | Thursday, December 5, 2024 |
| Naga Panchami (Telugu) | Thursday, December 5, 2024 |
| Subrahmanya Sashti | Friday, December 6, 2024 |
| Champa Shashthi | Friday, December 6, 2024 |
| Skanda Sashti | Friday, December 6, 2024 |
| Masik Durgashtami | Sunday, December 8, 2024 |
| Gita Jayanti | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 |
| Guruvayur Ekadashi | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 |
| Mokshada Ekadashi | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 |
| Matsya Dwadashi | Wednesday, December 11, 2024 |
| Hanuman Jayanti (Kannada) | Thursday, December 12, 2024 |
| Pradosh Vrat | Thursday, December 12, 2024 |
| Karthigai Deepam | Friday, December 13, 2024 |
| Dattatreya Jayanti | Saturday, December 14, 2024 |
| Annapurna Jayanti | Saturday, December 14, 2024 |
| Bhairavi Jayanti | Saturday, December 14, 2024 |
| Rohini Vrat | Saturday, December 14, 2024 |
| Margashirsha Purnima | Saturday, December 14, 2024 |
| Dhanu Sankranti | Sunday, December 15, 2024 |
| Akhuratha Sankashti Chaturthi | Wednesday, December 18, 2024 |
| Shortest Day of the Year | Saturday, December 21, 2024 |
| Kalashtami | Sunday, December 22, 2024 |
| Saphala Ekadashi | Thursday, December 26, 2024 |
| Masik Shivaratri | Saturday, December 28, 2024 |
| Somavati Amavasya | Monday, December 30, 2024 |
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