Vasant Panchami / Saraswati Puja

Vasant Panchami - Worship of Goddess Saraswati

Welcome spring and seek blessings of Goddess Saraswati for knowledge, wisdom, and artistic excellence. Special celebrations at temples and educational institutions across the UK.

Festival Significance

Vasant Panchami marks the arrival of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, music, arts, and wisdom. It is an auspicious day for beginning education and artistic pursuits.

Celebration Highlights

• Saraswati Puja: Elaborate worship ceremony with sacred mantras
• Book Worship: Students place books and instruments near the deity
• Yellow Theme: Traditional wearing of yellow clothes symbolizing spring
• Akshar Abhyasam: Initiation ceremony for children beginning education
• Musical Offerings: Classical music and poetry recitations
• Yellow Rice: Traditional preparation of yellow sweet rice (kesari)

Activities for Students

• Calligraphy and writing workshops
• Classical music performances
• Poetry and literature appreciation
• Art and craft exhibitions
• Academic achievement recognition

Dress Code: Yellow/Spring colors

Bring: Books, musical instruments, or tools of learning for blessings

FREE Community Event