Teej Mela Is Back in 2025 – Here’s Everything You Need to Know

🌿 Teej Festival & Mela 2025: A Celebration of Culture, Color, and Devotion

Hey friends! I’m your writer and well-wisher, here again to bring you something beautiful, colorful, and deeply rooted in Indian tradition.
Today, I’m taking you into the world of Teej – not just a festival but a complete emotional journey celebrated with songs, swings, mehendi, and lots of heart.

Whether you’ve seen it in Jaipur’s grand streets or in small villages, Teej always brings joy. In this blog, we’ll explore what is Teej, what happens in the Teej Mela, when and where it is held, and why it’s so important.

🌸 What is Teej Festival?

Teej is a traditional festival mainly celebrated by women in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, and parts of North India. It welcomes the monsoon season and celebrates married life, love, and the devotion of Goddess Parvati to Lord Shiva.

There are different types of Teej:

• Hariyali Teej (Green Teej) – most popular in Rajasthan
• Kajari Teej – celebrated after Hariyali Teej
• Hartalika Teej – observed in other parts like Bihar, UP

But here, we’ll focus mainly on Hariyali Teej and the grand Teej Mela of Jaipur.

📍 Where is the biggest Teej Mela celebrated?

The biggest and most famous Teej Mela is held in Jaipur, Rajasthan, especially near Tripolia Gate and the City Palace. The whole pink city turns green and golden with decorated streets, loud dhols, traditional performances, and a crowd of devotees.

📅 Teej Festival 2025 Date

In 2025, Hariyali Teej will be celebrated on:

🌼 Date: Monday, 28 July 2025

(Note: This date is based on the Hindu lunar calendar and may slightly vary depending on local panchang.)

👗 What Happens During the Teej Festival?

1. Women Dress Up in Green & Red

Green bangles, red lehengas, golden dupattas – women wear beautiful traditional clothes and put mehendi (henna) on their hands.

2. Special Puja & Fasting

Married women keep a nirjala fast (no water, no food) for their husbands’ long lives. Girls also observe the fast to get a good life partner.

They worship Goddess Parvati, remembering her 108 births to win Lord Shiva’s love.

3. Jhoolas (Swings) Are Hung Everywhere

Trees are decorated, and big swings are hung on branches. Girls sing traditional Teej songs and swing joyfully, enjoying the fresh monsoon air.

4. Songs and Dance

Folk songs about marriage, love, and rain are sung in groups. In many places, Ghoomar and other folk dances are performed.

5. Processions & Teej Mata’s Rath Yatra

In Jaipur, a grand Teej Mata procession is taken out with a beautifully decorated palki (palanquin). Elephants, horses, folk dancers, and bands all join the show.

🎪 Teej Mela 2025: What to Expect

If you’re planning to attend the Jaipur Teej Mela 2025, here’s what you’ll enjoy:

✨ Highlights of the Mela:

• Teej Mata Rath Yatra: The idol of Teej Mata is taken through the streets of the walled city.
• Cultural Programs: Ghoomar, Kalbelia, puppet shows, and Rajasthani music.
• Handicrafts and Stalls: Traditional jewellery, bandhej sarees, leheriya dupattas, handmade toys, and more.
• Food Corners: Dal baati churma, ghewar, kachori, malpua, and lots of local treats.
• Mehendi & Bangles: Mehendi artists and bangle sellers line the streets.

📸 Insta-worthy Moments

Want to capture the perfect festive shot? Here are some ideas:

• Women swinging on decorated jhoolas under green trees
• Colorful stalls of lehariya sarees and glass bangles
• Close-up of hands with fresh mehendi designs
• Teej Mata’s grand palki surrounded by dancers
• Your first ghewar bite of the season!

🧡 Why Teej Is More Than Just a Festival

Teej isn’t just about fasting and rituals. It’s about:

• Celebrating womanhood
• Honoring love and patience
• Welcoming rains and nature
• Bringing communities together

For many, it’s a chance to go back home, dress traditionally, meet family, and celebrate heritage proudly.

🗓️ Timeline of Teej Events in Jaipur (Expected)

(Exact schedule may be updated by Rajasthan Tourism closer to the event.)

🌿 Tips if You’re Visiting the Teej Mela

• Reach early: Mela area gets crowded by afternoon
• Wear comfortable ethnic wear
• Carry a water bottle & sunscreen
• Take care of your belongings in the crowd
• Try local food but from hygienic stalls
• Respect the local customs and women’s space during puja

🙋 F.A.Q. – Teej Festival 2025

Q1. What is the date of Teej 2025?
A: Hariyali Teej is on 28 July 2025, Monday.

Q2. Where is the main Teej Mela held?
A: In Jaipur, near Tripolia Gate and City Palace.

Q3. Who organizes the Teej Festival in Jaipur?
A: The event is organized by Rajasthan Tourism Department.

Q4. Is the entry to the Mela free?
A: Yes, entry is completely free for all visitors.

Q5. What to wear for Teej Mela?
A: Women wear green and red traditional outfits, with mehendi and bangles. Men usually wear casual Indian wear.

Q6. What is special food during Teej?
A: Ghewar, malpua, dal baati churma, and kachori are commonly enjoyed.

Q7. Can tourists also join the celebration?
A: Absolutely yes! Many foreign tourists come to witness the colorful traditions.

Q8. Do unmarried girls also celebrate Teej?
A: Yes. Girls keep fasts and pray for a loving future husband.

🌈 Final Thoughts

Teej is not just a day. It’s a feeling.
It’s about color, culture, faith, and fun – all in one!

If you want to feel real India, Teej is a festival that you must experience at least once. Whether you are from Rajasthan or another corner of the world, the beauty of Teej will touch your heart.

So mark the date – 28 July 2025 – and join this amazing journey of swings, songs, and spirituality.