Mahakumbh Snan Dates 2025
The world's largest religious gathering — at the Triveni Sangam in Prayagraj.
13 January to 26 February 2025
Mahakumbh 2025 — Snan Dates
Important bathing dates during Mahakumbh at Prayagraj
13 January 2025
Amrit SnanMakar Sankranti
Shahi Snan (Amrit Snan)
Most important — lakhs take a holy dip
14 January 2025
Makar Sankranti (continued)
Special Snan
Continuation of Makar Sankranti bathing rituals
29 January 2025
Biggest SnanMauni Amavasya
Shahi Snan (Amrit Snan)
Biggest snan of Kumbh — estimated 10 crore+ pilgrims
3 February 2025
Amrit SnanBasant Panchami
Shahi Snan (Amrit Snan)
Third major Amrit Snan of Mahakumbh
12 February 2025
Maghi Purnima
Major Snan
Full moon bathing — considered highly auspicious
26 February 2025
Last DayMaha Shivratri
Final Snan
Last major snan marking the end of Mahakumbh 2025
13 Major Akharas in Mahakumbh
Frequently Asked Questions
Q. Where is Mahakumbh 2025 being held?
Mahakumbh 2025 is being held at Prayagraj at the Triveni Sangam (the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and Saraswati rivers). Prayagraj is only 125 km from Varanasi.
Q. How can I travel from Varanasi to Prayagraj?
We provide cab and taxi services from Varanasi to Prayagraj. Train service is also available (approximately 2-3 hours). By cab, the journey takes approximately 2.5 hours.
Q. What is the best time to take a ritual bath (snan)?
Brahma Muhurat (4 AM - 6 AM) is considered the most sacred time for bathing. During the Shahi Snan days, the grand procession of the Akharas is followed by the general bathing period.
Q. Is accommodation available?
We can book tent cities (Swiss tents), hotels, and hostels (dharamshalas) for you in Prayagraj. Advance booking is essential because demand during Mahakumbh is extremely high.
Book Your Mahakumbh Journey
Varanasi + Prayagraj Mahakumbh combo package available — hotels, cab, guide everything included