The Lompoc Valley Flower Festival will serve up a sweet version for the 72nd annual event. The 2025 edition of the Flower Festival, with the theme of “Candy Land,” opens Thursday and ends ...

Devotees offer yellow flowers, kumkum, bananas (her favourite bhog), and sweets to the goddess. A ghee lamp is lit, and devotees perform aarti while chanting "Om Devi Skandamatayai Namah" 108 times.

Traditional sweets, creative recipes, and colourful drinks are an integral part of the festivities. Let's explore some delicious treats and beverages that add flavour to this joyous festival:- 1.