Light in the Darkness
When the night is longest, people light the way
Epiphany
Three Kings’ Day
The day three wise travelers finally found what they’d been searching for
Advent
The Season of Waiting
Four weeks of patient, hopeful waiting for the light to come
Christmas
The Nativity
The story of a baby born in the humblest place who brought light to the world
Mawlid
The Prophet’s Birthday
Celebrating the birth of the Prophet Muhammad with songs and sweets
Hanukkah
Festival of Dedication
Eight nights of light to remember a miracle that kept hope alive
Janmashtami
Krishna’s Birthday
Celebrating the birth of the playful, brave god Krishna at midnight
Navaratri
Nine Nights of the Goddess
Nine nights of dance and devotion celebrating the power of the Goddess
Diwali
Festival of Lights
The festival of lights celebrating good winning over darkness
Vesak
Buddha Day
Celebrating the birth and awakening of the Buddha
Lohri
The Bonfire Festival
Dancing around a great bonfire on the coldest, darkest night of winter
Bandi Chhor Divas
Day of Liberation
Celebrating freedom with lights, fireworks, and open hearts
Guru Nanak Gurpurab
Guru Nanak’s Birthday
Celebrating the founder of Sikhism, who taught that every person is equal