The Siddha Yoga holidays mark occasions of significance in the Siddha Yoga calendar. These are times when Siddha Yogis celebrate the abundant spiritual legacy of the Siddha Yoga path, engaging with the teachings and practices that honor that holiday. They are indeed holy days. There are eight Siddha Yoga holidays in the year. Each focuses on a particular Siddha Yoga practice.
January 1 |
New Year's Day |
March 8 |
Mahashivaratri |
May 23 |
Baba Muktananda's Lunar Birthday |
June 24 |
Gurumayi Chidvilasananda's Birthday |
July 20 |
Gurupurnima |
August 8 |
Bhagavan Nityananda's Solar Punyatithi |
August 15 |
Baba Muktananda's Divya Diksha |
October 17 |
Baba Muktananda's Lunar Mahasamadhi |
In addition to these holidays, Pitru Paksha is a Siddha Yoga observance. This sacred time from the Indian tradition is devoted to remembrance of one's ancestors. In 2024, Pitru Paksha is September 18 - October 2.