Karwa Chauth 2027
Karwa Chauth is a day when married women fast from sunrise to moonrise for their husbands' long life, and husbands traditionally give gifts.
Karwa Chauth is a day when married women fast from sunrise to moonrise for their husbands' long life, and husbands traditionally give gifts.
Dhanteras opens the five-day Diwali celebration and is considered the most auspicious day to buy gold, silver and new utensils for prosperity.
Choti Diwali marks the victory of good over evil with the first lamps, rangoli and sweets exchanged between neighbours.
Diwali, the festival of lights, is the biggest gifting occasion in India, with Lakshmi Puja performed in the evening and gifts exchanged with family, friends and colleagues.
Govardhan Puja is celebrated with a mountain of food offered to Lord Krishna and marks the Hindu new year in many parts of western India.
Bhai Dooj celebrates the bond between sisters and brothers, with a tilak ceremony followed by gifts and a family meal.
Halloween is celebrated with costumes, trick-or-treating and parties.
Veterans Day honours those who served in the US armed forces, with thank-you gestures and donations.
Children's Day in India is celebrated on 14 November and is a popular occasion to gift books, toys and games to kids.
Thanksgiving is a family feast and a day for gratitude, with hostess gifts and thank-you gestures.
Black Friday kicks off the holiday shopping season with big discounts, a great time to pick up gifts early.
Small Business Saturday encourages shopping from independent local businesses and makers.