Karwa Chauth

Karwa Chauth - Day of Love and Devotion

Traditional one-day fast observed by married women for the wellbeing and longevity of their husbands, with moonrise puja and community celebration.

The Sacred Fast

Karwa Chauth is a one-day fast from sunrise to moonrise observed by married Hindu women for the safety, health, and longevity of their husbands. It strengthens the bond of love in marriage.

Event Schedule

• 4:00 PM: Gathering and registration
• 4:30 PM: Mehendi application corner opens
• 5:30 PM: Karwa Chauth Katha (story narration)
• 6:30 PM: Group puja and rituals
• 7:45 PM: Moon sighting and fast-breaking ceremony
• 8:15 PM: Couples dinner and celebration

What We Provide

• Complete decorated puja thali with all items
• Karva (earthen pot) for ritual use
• Ceremonial sieve for moon viewing
• Mehendi artists (complimentary service)
• Prayer booklet with Karwa Chauth story
• Sargi kit (pre-dawn meal items)
• Professional photography
• Post-fast dinner

Traditional Rituals

• Sargi: Pre-dawn meal from mother-in-law
• Wearing new/special clothes and jewelry
• Applying mehendi on hands
• Evening Karwa Chauth puja in a group
• Listening to the Karwa Chauth story
• Moon sighting through sieve
• Husband offers first water and food
• Touching husband's feet for blessings

Dress Code

Traditional festive attire (red, maroon, or bright colors preferred)

• Saree or Lehenga
• Full traditional jewelry and solah shringar
• Mehendi application on hands

Entry Fee: £12 per person (includes all puja materials, mehendi, and dinner)