Sharad Purnima

The story

On Sharad Purnima the deities are dressed entirely in stark white with silver work, mirroring the moonlit night when Krishna multiplied himself to dance the Maha Raas with every gopi at once. Pots of rice kheer are left out overnight to catch the moon's nourishing rays before being served as prasad at dawn — a taste believed to carry the moon's own healing.

Quick facts

• 1Deities wear pure white to match the brightest full moon of the year.
• 2Kheer is left under the moon overnight, then shared as healing prasad.
• 3Marks the night of Krishna's cosmic Maha Raas in Nidhivan.

Where to see it

Temples to visit

Frequently asked questions

When is Sharad Purnima celebrated in Vrindavan?

Sharad Purnima is celebrated in Ashwina Purnima (October). Festivals follow the Hindu lunar calendar, so exact dates shift each year. Dates shown are indicative — confirm locally before travelling.

Where is Sharad Purnima celebrated?

Sharad Purnima is centred at Nidhivan, Temples across Vrindavan.

What is the significance of Sharad Purnima?

The night of the legendary cosmic Maha Raas dance. On Sharad Purnima the deities are dressed entirely in stark white with silver work, mirroring the moonlit night when Krishna multiplied himself to dance the Maha Raas with every gopi at once. Pots of rice kheer are left out overnight to catch the moon's nourishing rays before being served as prasad at dawn — a taste believed to carry the moon's own healing.