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Dashain 2082

Nepal’s biggest festival

Dates, public holidays, traditions and everything you need to know about Dashain.

Vijaya Dashami (Dashain) inTodayAshwin 16, 2082 · Oct 2, 2025

"May this Dashain bring happiness, good health and prosperity to you and your family."

Important Dashain dates 2082

Key dates, their meaning and whether they are public holidays.

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  1. Ashwin 6, 2082Sep 22, 2025Monday
    Ghatasthapana

    Start of Dashain. Jamara is sown today.

    Public holiday
    Passed
  2. Ashwin 13, 2082Sep 29, 2025Monday
    Phulpati (Dashain)

    Symbolic procession with sacred plants.

    Public holiday
    Passed
  3. Ashwin 14, 2082Sep 30, 2025Tuesday
    Maha Ashtami (Dashain)

    Special festive observances and rituals.

    Public holiday
    Passed
  4. Ashwin 15, 2082Oct 1, 2025Wednesday
    Maha Navami (Dashain)

    Special festive observances and rituals.

    Public holiday
    Passed
  5. Ashwin 16, 2082Oct 2, 2025Thursday
    Vijaya Dashami (Dashain)

    Tika, Jamara and blessings from elders.

    Public holiday
    Passed

About Dashain

Dashain (Vijaya Dashami) is the most important festival in Nepal, celebrating the victory of good over evil. It is a time for family, blessings, renewal and new beginnings.

Dashain Jamara and Tika
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Travel & holiday information

Planning to travel home or within Nepal during Dashain? Here are some helpful tips.

  • Best time to travel
  • Transport information
  • Things to prepare
  • Holiday leave guide
  • Staying safe while travelling
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