Krishna Paksha Ashtami—divine birth of Krishna celebrated at midnight with fasting and jubilant kirtan.
Sacred month
Bhadrapada (Bhadra)
August – September
In depth
Bhadrapada blossoms with jayantis—Krishna’s midnight birth, Ganesha’s arrival, and Radha’s appearance. The month invites playful devotion (leela), obstacle-clearing beginnings, and the sweetness of prema-bhakti.
A month rich in divine birth celebrations (Jayantis) and intense devotional practices.
Associated deities
Key days & festivals
Shukla Paksha Chaturthi—ten-day welcome of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles.
Shukla Paksha Ashtami—appearance of Srimati Radharani, embodiment of divine love.
Suggested practices
- Janmashtami night vigil with Bhagavata path and bhajan
- Install and care for a Ganesha murti during Ganesh Chaturthi
- Offer tulsi and butter sweets in Krishna seva
- Sing Radha-Krishna names on Radhashtami