Dasain Bazaar
Support local artisans this summer and shop for crafts at the Dasain Bazaar organised by Mithila House.
9 October, 12pm-5pm, Oskar Bar and Grill
Fulpati
On Fulpati, dedicated to Kalratri, the seventh form of Goddess Durga, holy kalash, banana stalks, jamara, and sugar cane are brought to Hanuman Dhoka from Gorkha.
12 October, Tundikhel
Maha Ashtami
Animals like buffaloes, goats, roosters, and ducks are sacrificed to appease Goddess Kali on the eighth day of Dasain. Newar communities also celebrate ‘Khadga Puja’ on this day to worship their weapons.
13 October, Basantapur Darbar Square
Maha Nawami
On the ninth day, people worship Vishwakarma, the God of creation, by offering the blood of animals and fowls to vehicles, tools, and equipment for safety and well-being. Official military ritual sacrifices take place under gunfire salute at the Kot courtyard.
14 October, Taleju Mandir, Hanuman Dhoka
Dashami
From the tenth day until the purnima, families receive tika, jamara and blessings from elders in celebration of Goddess Durga’s victory over the Demon Mahisasur, and Lord Ram’s victory over the Demon Ravan.
15 October
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