07 September

Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi is a Hindu festival celebrating the birth of Lord Ganesha, who is widely honoured as the remover of obstacles and a symbol of wisdom and new beginnings. The festival may last for several days and includes clay Ganesha images, prayers, offerings, devotional songs, community gatherings and immersion rituals in water.

Event Suggestions:
• Creating Ganesha-inspired art while learning about symbolism and respectful practice
• Listening to devotional music or stories connected to Lord Ganesha
• Exploring festival foods, offerings and community traditions with cultural context

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