Introduction
Shravan Month Festivals & Poojas : Celebrate Shravan Month with vibrant Hindu festivals like Sawan Somwar, Kanwar Yatra & Nag Panchami. Explore rituals, dates & spiritual significance.
Shravan (Sawan) month, spanning July 11 to August 9, 2025, is Varanasi’s most spiritually charged period. Known for its deep devotion to Lord Shiva, the city comes alive with festivals, poojas, fairs, fasts, and pilgrimages. As the flagship faith and travel experts at TripCosmos.co, we bring you the ultimate Shravan Varanasi festivals 2025 guide—covering every major puja, tradition, ghatside fair, and pilgrim experience.
1. Shravan Somwar Vrat (Mondays in Shravan)
| Date | Rituals & Highlights |
|---|---|
| Mon Jul 14, 21, 28; Aug 4, 2025 | Devotees fast, offer bilva leaves, milk‑honey‑ghee Abhishekam, Maha Mrityunjaya mantras, and evening Aarti at Kashi Vishwanath and ghats |
Essential First-Timer Tips:
- Join Shravan Somwar Vrat at Kashi Vishwanath – dawn Aarti.
- Pop-up spiritual gatherings along Dashashwamedh Ghat.
- Pre-book special Shravan Somvar Sevas via Kashi Vishwanath trust platforms.
2. Mangala Gauri Vrat (Tuesdays in Shravan)
Observed by married women for marital bliss and longevity of husbands, Tuesday fasts include oil lamps, prayers to Goddess Parvati, and special rituals in temples. Tuesdays during Shravan—especially late July—are huge downtown events, especially in lanes around Vishwanath Temple
3. Nag Panchami (Tue Aug 2, 2025)
Tradition: Snake worship, milk offerings, and serpent imagery prayers at temples like Tilbhandeshwar Mahadev and around Sankat Mochan. Nag Panchami is widely observed across North India and Varanasi’s temples and lanes buzz with faithful crowds .
4. Hariyali Teej / Harela (Sun Aug 3, 2025)
Celebrates monsoon’s bounty. Festivities include sowing seeds, mock weddings, decorating with new herbs, and community fairs. In Varanasi’s green pockets, women and children decorate with fresh seedlings as a spiritual symbol of renewal .
5. Putrada Ekadashi & Shravan Purnima (Sun Aug 9, 2025)
The 11th (Putrada Ekadashi) brings special prayers for sons and family welfare. Shravan Purnima (full moon) coincides with Raksha Bandhan, where the festival closes with family ceremonies on the ghats—pujas, family gatherings, and rakhi rituals by the Ganges .
Special Highlight: Kanwar Yatra Pilgrimage
While centered in Haridwar/Rishikesh, many Varanasi devotees—Kanwariyas—walk barefoot to fetch Ganga water, chant “Bol Bam – Har Har Mahadev,” and return to pour holy water on local Shiva Lingams. The journey spans July 11–August 9.
Why Shravan Festivals Matter in Varanasi
Shravan is considered spiritually potent—rivers are believed to be especially drenched in divine energy, Shiva granting boons, fasts amplifying intent. Ancient legends link this month to Shiva’s cosmic act of consuming poisons during Samudra Manthan, celebrated via water offerings and seasonal poojas .
Tips for First-Time Visitors in Varanasi During Shravan
- Book now—hotels near ghats fill fast.
- Plan around dates—attend Monday fasts (Jul 14, 21, 28; Aug 4), Nag Panchami (Aug 2), and Shravan Purnima (Aug 9).
- Dress modestly and wear washable clothes for temple offerings and Ganga dips.
- Guide support—TripCosmos offers certified local guides for temple rituals and pilgrim routes.
- Respect fasts—support fast-observing crowds and seek fasting etiquette from guides.
Shravan Full Calendar 2025 (Varanasi)
- July 11: Month begins
- July 14: 1st Somwar Vrat
- July 21: 2nd Somwar Vrat
- July 28: 3rd Somwar Vrat
- Aug 2: Nag Panchami
- Aug 3: Hariyali Teej / Harela
- Aug 4: 4th Somwar Vrat
- Aug 9: Shravan Purnima & Ekadashi (Putrada/Raksha Bandhan); Month ends
FAQ | Shravan Varanasi Festivals 2025
Q1: What are Shravan Somwar Vrat dates in 2025?
A: Mondays: July 14, 21, 28 and August 4. Varanasi hosts dawn-to-dusk pujas and bhajan sessions at Kashi Vishwanath .
Q2: Who should observe Mangala Gauri fast?
A: Married women seeking marital bliss—pooja includes lamps, Parvati prayers, and traditions on Tuesdays of Shravan .
Q3: How is Nag Panchami celebrated?
A: Visitors worship snake idols, offer milk at temples like Tilbhandeshwar, and attend serpent blessings across the city .
Q4: What is Harela?
A: A monsoon celebration with seed planting, herbal decorations, mock weddings—symbolises growth and renewal .
Q5: Can visitors join the Kanwar Yatra?
A: Yes! Walk alongside local pilgrims, but coordinate with TripCosmos for safety and lodging.
Why Let TripCosmos.co Plan Your Shravan Spiritual Journey
- On-ground Varanasi expertise—trusted access to temple trusts, Shravan-special sevas.
- Custom packages—festival tours, combined day trips to Ayodhya, Prayagraj, Chitrakoot.
- Comfort & safety—women-friendly stays, local guides, transport, festival logistics handled.
- Booking made easy—reach out via TripCosmos AI (bit.ly/tripcosmos_ai), email info@tripcosmos.co or WhatsApp (+91 93361 16210 / +1 555‑786‑8556).
Let’s Begin Your Shravan Journey
Don’t miss Varanasi’s transformational Shravan month—immerse yourself in fasts, pujas, ghatside Aartis, and centuries of tradition.
Ready to experience Shravan in Varanasi 2025? Get in touch today with TripCosmos.co—your spiritual guide to India’s holiest season.
