Festivals

Devotees throng Ganga ghats in Bhagalpur for Chhath Puja sunrise and sunset arghyaBarari Ghat, Kuppaghat, and other riverbanks in Bhagalpur see thousands of devotees offering arghya to the Sun God during Chhath. SBPDCL ensures lighting while BMC arranges cleaning and water facilities. Thekua, folk songs, and family gatherings mark the festival.

Vikramshila Mahotsav showcases Bhagalpur’s heritage with music, art, and star performersHeld at the Ancient Vikramshila Campus in Kahalgaon, this cultural festival by District Administration & Bihar Tourism brings Bollywood singers, folk artists, and heritage walks. Theme “Hamari Virasat, Hamari Pehchan” attracts tourists to the historic site.

Schools and colleges in Bhagalpur celebrate Saraswati Puja with idols, books, and musicTNB College, BN College, and local schools host Saraswati Puja with students offering books and instruments to the goddess of learning. Bhagalpur Municipal Corporation ensures sanitation and lighting at immersion ghats while police monitor law & order.

Durga Puja pandals light up Bhagalpur as city celebrates with devotion and dhaak beatsFrom Adampur to Khalifabagh, grand themed pandals draw huge crowds in Bhagalpur during Durga Puja. Sindoor Khela, dhunuchi naach, and evening aartis mark the festivities as families gather for bhog and cultural nights before the idol immersion.

Bhagalpur gears up for grand Bihula-Bishari celebrations, Manjusha art takes center stageKnown as the “Silk City’s own festival”, Bihula-Bishari sees colorful Manjusha paintings, folk songs, and processions across Champanagar. Local artisans and devotees gather at Bishari Sthan to honor Goddess Bishari with traditional rituals and cultural programs.