Important Days And Dates In November 2025

November is the year's eleventh month in the Julian and Gregorian calendars and the fourth month with 30 days. Earlier, it was the ninth month of the calendar of Romulus.

November retained its name from the Latin word novem, meaning "nine" when January and February were added to the Roman calendar. November is a month of late spring in the Southern Hemisphere and late autumn in the Northern Hemisphere. 

Apart from its seasonal significance, November is also known for many holidays and celebrations. In India, various festivals are celebrated this month, including Karwa Chauth, Ahoi Ashtami and Dhanteras. Here is the list of festivals celebrated in November; let's have a look:

What are the festivals celebrated in November 2025?

1st November 2025, Saturday, Dev Uthani Ekadashi or Tulsi Vivah

Devutthana Ekadashi is known by various names like Prabodhini Ekadashi, Kartiki Ekadashi, Dev Praboshini, etc. According to the Hindu calendar, it falls during the month of Kartik; hence this year, it will be celebrated on 1 November Saturday.

On the day of Devutthaan Ekadashi, Lord Vishnu awakens from his four months of slumber. On this auspicious day, devotees offer fruits, sweets, clothes etc., to Lord Vishnu while reciting various mantras.

The day is also associated with the Tulsi Vivah and is considered to worship Tulsi on Dev Uthani Ekadashi. Devutthana Ekadashi is regarded as an auspicious day where if a person observes a fast, attains heaven after death.

5th November 2025, Wednesday, Guru Nanak Jayanti

Guru Nanak Jayanti is one of the significant festivals for Sikhs and is joyously celebrated globally. The festival marks the birth anniversary of Guru Nanak, the founder of Sikhism.

Guru Nanak is observed annually on the full moon day in October or November. Various festivals are organised in the Gurudwaras to mark the grand celebration of this festival.

Guru Nanak was born on 14 April and is remembered for his profound teachings. A magnificent celebration of Guru Nanak Jayanti is seen yearly at the Golden Temple and Gurdwara Nankana Sahib. 

5th November 2025, Wednesday, Dev Deepawali

Dev Diwali, also called "Diwali of the Gods" or "Festival of Lights of the Gods", is one of the sacred festivals for Hindus. This festival is celebrated all over India but is majorly celebrated in Varanasi at the holy river of Ganges.

Dev Deepawali is celebrated every year after Diwali in the month of Kartik. On this auspicious day, devotees observe various rituals and worship Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva.

14th November 2025, Friday, Children's Day

Children's Day is observed annually on 14 November to honour and acknowledge the rights and education of children and minors. The day also marks the birth anniversary of Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru (Chacha Nehru), India's first Prime Minister.

However, Children's Day is celebrated on different dates worldwide. The day is celebrated with many activities and programs by and for the children. Children's Day is widely celebrated with enthusiasm to promote the importance of children for society and the nation.

25th November 2025, Tuesday

Vivah Panchami- Vivah Panchami is an important Hindu festival that marks Lord Rama's and Goddess Sita's marriage. It is celebrated on the fifth day (Panchami) of the Shukla Paksha (bright half) of the Hindu month of Margashirsha (November–December).

Vivah Panchami is celebrated enthusiastically in the northern states of India, including Uttar Pradesh, Bihar and Madhya Pradesh. The festival is particularly prominent in Janakpur city of Nepal, the birthplace of Goddess Sita. 

On this auspicious day, devotees observe a fast, visit the temple, worship Lord Rama and Sita, and perform rituals.

The occasion is marked by a huge procession where the idols of Lord Rama and Goddess Sita are carried in huge chariots, accompanied by large groups of people, dancers and musicians.