Janmashtami, also referred to as Krishna Janmashtami, Saatam Aatham, Gokulashtami, Ashtami Rohini, Srikrishna Jayanti and Sree Jayanti.
It marks the birth of Lord Krishna. This year, Janmashtami will be observed on August 19.
Dahi Handi, also called Gopal Kala or Dahikala, is an event which usually takes place on the second day of Janmashtami.
Janmashtami is celebrated every year on the eighth day of the dark fortnight or Krishna Paksha in the month of the month of July-August Sravana, according to the Hindu calendar.
Nandotsava is celebrated a day after Janmashtami. It was observed by Nanda Maharaja, the foster-father of Krishna to celebrate the birth of his son.
On this day, Nand Baba distributed ornaments, clothes, cattle and various other valuables among saints and sages. In return, they bestowed blessings on Lord Krishna.