Nag Panchmi, the festival of snakes is held in Nagpur in the month of Shravan (July-August). Nag Panchmi is the most significant festival in Hindu mythology which is celebrated to honour the Snake God, Shesha Nag (snake with Six hoods), vehicle of Lord Vishnu. During the festival, devotees visit temples dedicated to snakes and snake pit, perform aarti and offers sweets, milk and honey to the snake. Snake charmers with cobras from different parts of the region will gather here on this occasion and perform breathtaking show. Cultural programs like folk dances, songs etc are also organized during Nag Panchmi.