Maha Shivaratri in 2025 will be celebrated on Friday, February 26. The Maha Shivaratri pooja timings vary by location, and devotees are advised to check the exact Nishita Kaal Puja Muhurat for their region. There are several mythological stories associated with Maha Shivaratri : Maha Shivratri is an annual festival honoring Shiva, the Hindu God of destruction. People celebrate by fasting for a whole day and staying awake all night. They also chant hymns and sing devotional songs, called bhajans. The Hindu god Shiva is one of the three main gods in Hindu mythology. Maha Shivratri , which marks the divine union of Lord Shiva and Mother Parvati, is a unique festival that illuminates the night sky with divine fervour. It is said that the universe came into existence on this mystical night, symbolising the triumph of light over darkness. Observed on February 26 in 2025, this night commemorates the divine acts of Lord Shiva, such as marrying Maa Parvati, performing the Tandav, and consuming the Halahal poison. Mahashivratri , the Great Night of Lord Shiva, is celebrated by Hindus all over the world with great energy and passion.
