Bathing Dates:Prayagraj Mahakumbh Mela

The Maha Kumbh Mela hosts the most important holy bath. Millions of people at a time gather at the Triveni Sangam to be a part of this sacred tradition. They believe they can free themselves and their ancestors from rebirth. To do this, they must wash away their sins in a holy river. Only then can they attain Moksha, or spiritual freedom.
Also, people pray by the river and listen to the wise teachings of saints and sadhus (holy men) when taking a holy dip.
Although it is believed to be sacred to bathe in the river throughout the Prayagraj Maha Kumbh, which starts with Paush Purnima, there are special days that are even more vital! It is when the great processions take place with saints, their followers, and other religious groups (Akharas). They take part in a grand bathing ritual known as Shahi Snan or Rajyogi Snan that commences the Maha Kumbh Mela.
The biggest event of the festival is Shahi Snan. People believe they gain extra blessings by bathing after the saints. They think they get good deeds and wisdom from those holy men.

13 January 2025 (Pausha Purnima)
Paush Purnima falls on the 15th day of the bright phase known as Shukla Paksha during the Hindu month of Paush. On this day, the full moon prevails in the sky, marking it as the unofficial opening date of the Maha Kumbh Mela!
Paush Purnima marks the start of Kalpvasa. During this time, pilgrims stay by the river. They pray and follow strict spiritual practices at the Maha Kumbh Mela.

14 January 2025 (Makar Sankranti)
According to the Hindu calendar, Makar Sankranti is the day when the sun moves to a new position in the sky. People consider it a special and lucky day.
Makar Sankranti is the time for charitable donations. On Makar Sankranti, people offer whatever they can. They believe it will bring good fortune and blessings in their home.

29 January 2025 Mauni Amavasya
It is a very special day for bathing in the sacred waters. At this time, the stars and planets are aligned for a sacred dip in the river.
This day is associated with one of the first great sages, Rishabh Dev. Who broke his long silence and bathed in the holy waters of the Sangam. That’s why Mauni Amavasya is the Kumbh Mela’s most crowded day. Millions come to bathe, pray, and purify their souls.

03 February 2025 (Basant Panchami)
The celebration is for Basant Panchami, a change of season. It worships Goddess Saraswati, the goddess of wisdom.
Basant Panchami is a special day for dressing up for Kumbh Kalpavasis in bright yellow robes. It is believed that yellow brings good energy and happiness.
On this festival, Basant Panchami is both glad and important.

12 Feb 2025 – Maghi Purnima
Maghi Purnima is a very special day for the teacher of gods, Guru Brahaspati. It is said that on this day, Gandharva comes down to the sacred Sangam from heaven. Due to this, thousands of devotees come to the riverbank to take holy dips. They believe this will bring blessings and help them reach heaven.

26 February 2025 (Maha Shivaratri)
Maha Shivaratri is an important day, especially for the devotees of Lord Shiva. It also marks the final holy bath for Kalpavasis or the pilgrims residing at the Kumbh Mela.
According to mythology, even the gods in heaven wait for this day eagerly, making it a very sacred and special day.