Toshali Sands Resort, being a hub of Odia culture, often has special arrangements for local festivals. Here are the specific dates and what to expect for Dussehra and other significant festivals in Odisha.
Dussehra (Vijayadashami)
- Date: Thursday, October 2, 2025. This festival marks the culmination of the Navratri and Durga Puja celebrations. In Odisha, it is a significant holiday celebrating the triumph of good over evil.
- What to Expect: The resort will likely be a festive environment with traditional decorations. Guests can expect special meals and Odia-specific sweets. There might be cultural performances, particularly related to the Durga Puja celebrations, which are famous in nearby cities like Cuttack and Bhubaneswar. The resort’s proximity to these areas allows guests to easily explore the vibrant festival atmosphere.
Nuakhai
- Date: Nuakhai will be celebrated on Thursday, August 28, 2025.
- What to Expect: Nuakhai is the harvest festival of Western Odisha, but its significance is celebrated throughout the state. It marks the eating of the first grains of the new harvest. The resort will likely offer special dishes made from new rice, and you might see traditional folk dances that are a part of the Nuakhai celebrations.
Raja Sankranti
- Date: This is a three-day festival typically falling in the middle of June. The main day, Raja Sankranti, is on Sunday, June 15, 2025.
- What to Expect: Raja Parba, as it’s also known, is a unique festival celebrating womanhood and the earth’s rejuvenation. While it’s more prominent in rural areas, the resort might incorporate elements of the celebration, such as special Odia delicacies like poda pitha (a baked cake) and other traditional sweets.
Chandan Yatra
- Date: This festival is typically held in May. In 2025, it begins on Wednesday, April 30, 2025.
- What to Expect: Chandan Yatra is a 42-day festival and is the longest festival celebrated in Puri. The resort is located close to the main festivities. It involves a leisurely boat procession of the deities on the Narendra Tank. Guests at the resort can witness or participate in this unique ritual, which is part of the larger cultural tapestry of Puri.
Kumar Purnima
- Date: This festival occurs on the first full moon night of the Odia month of Ashvina. In 2025, it will be celebrated on Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
- What to Expect: Primarily celebrated by unmarried girls who pray for a good life partner, the festival is filled with traditional games, songs, and food. The resort might organize special cultural programs or events related to this festival, offering a glimpse into this unique tradition.
Pana Sankranti (Odia New Year)
- Date: This falls on Monday, April 14, 2025.
- What to Expect: This day marks the beginning of the Odia New Year. The resort will likely prepare the traditional sweet drink Pana and other local delicacies to mark the occasion.
