When is 'New Year' celebrated in different religions: Islam, Buddhism, Zoroastrianism & many more...

New Year

Different religions and cultures celebrate New Years at various times throughout the year, based on their unique calendars and traditions. Heres a glimpse into some of the diverse New Year celebrations

Hinduism

While not technically a New Years Day, Diwali, the Festival of Lights, is one of the most important Hindu holidays and often coincides with the new year in some Hindu calendars. It falls on the Amavasya (new moon) day of the Kartik month, which typically occurs in October or November. The next Diwali will be on November 4th, 2024.

Islam

Also known as Hijri New Year, it marks the beginning of the Islamic calendar year. It falls on the first day of Muharram, the first month of the lunar Hijri calendar. In 2024, it will be observed on July 19th.

Sikh

Vaisakhi is the most widely recognized Sikh New Year and falls on April 13th or 14th every year, depending on the lunar calendar.

Buddhism

Losar or the Tibetan New Year, is a colorful and vibrant festival celebrated over 15 days. It typically falls in February or March, based on the Tibetan lunar calendar. The next Losar will be on February 1st, 2024.

Judaism

Rosh Hashanah marks the beginning of the High Holy Days, a period of introspection and repentance. It falls on the first and second days of the Hebrew month of Tishrei, which usually occurs in September or October. The next Rosh Hashanah will be on September 8th and 9th, 2024.

Zoroastrianism

Nowruz also known as the Persian New Year, Nowruz marks the spring equinox and the renewal of nature. It falls on March 20th or 21st each year, based on the solar calendar.