Paryushana- This holiday takes place in August or September. During this time they have to stay in one place, the word Paryushana means 'stay in one place'.
Divali- This takes place during October or November to celebrate the last teaching of Mahavira. Children get sweets and lay lights in paper all over India.
Kartak Purnima- This holiday takes place in the October or November time as well. This is a time where Jains make pilgirmages to sacred Jainism places.
Mauna Agyaras- This holiday takes place in the November or December time. This is a day of fasting, silence, and meditating.
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