Festivals of Mithila
Colors, Chants, and Communal Joy
From the sun's golden rays on Chhath to sibling tales in Sama-Chakeva, Mithila's festivals are heartbeats of our heritage, binding us in celebration. Each festival tells a story, honors a tradition, and brings communities together in vibrant displays of devotion, joy, and cultural pride.
These celebrations aren't just events—they're living traditions that connect us to our ancestors, teach values to our children, and remind us of our place in the natural world. Whether it's the eco-friendly worship of Chhath or the artistic expression of Sama-Chakeva, each festival offers a unique window into Mithila's soul.
Chhath Puja
Oct-NovDevotion to the Rising Sun
Four-day festival of thanksgiving to Surya, featuring eco-friendly worship and rigorous fasting
Sama-Chakeva
NovemberBirds, Bonds, and Sibling Saga
Sisters mold clay birds, singing of love and migration in celebration of sibling ties
Jitiya
SeptemberMothers' Fast for Future Generations
Mothers fast without water, praying for children's longevity and well-being
Madhushravani
July-AugSweet Monsoons and Bride Tales
Newlyweds celebrate with stories of snakes and sisters during the rainy season
Vivah Panchami
DecemberReliving Ram-Sita's Union
Grand processions reenact the divine wedding in Janakpur
Holi (Phagua)
MarchRiot of Colors and Renewal
Extended celebrations with flying powders, Phagua songs, and tilkut sweets
Other Observances
Year-roundHidden Festive Gems
Jude Sheetal, Nag Panchami, and other lesser-known celebrations
Festival Calendar
Mithila's festivals follow the lunar calendar and seasonal cycles, connecting us to nature's rhythms