Hindu Festivals 2025 & 2026

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in January 2026 falls on Thursday, January 1, 2026 (Pausha month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset and…

Pausha Purnima 2026 falls on Saturday, January 3, 2026. Highly auspicious for holy dips in sacred rivers, especially at Prayagraj. A key bathing day during Kumb…

Makar Sankranti 2026 is celebrated on January 14 as the Sun transitions into Capricorn (Makara rashi). This solar festival marks the beginning of Uttarayana, th…

Pongal 2026, the Tamil harvest festival, is a four-day celebration starting January 14. The festival thanks the Sun God, nature, and cattle for a bountiful harv…

Saphala Ekadashi 2026 falls on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Pausha month. 'Saphala' means fruitful — believed to make all endeavors suc…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in January 2026 falls on Friday, January 16, 2026 (Magha month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset and…

Masik Shivaratri in January 2026 falls on Saturday, January 17, 2026 (Magha month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th da…

Mauni Amavasya 2026 falls on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Devotees observe silence (maun vrat). The holy dip at Prayagraj Triveni Sangam draws millions. A key Kumb…

Vasant Panchami 2026 falls on January 23 and heralds the arrival of spring. Dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, it is a day of worship for knowledge, wisdom, and th…

Republic Day 2026, celebrated on January 26, commemorates the adoption of the Constitution of India in 1950. The grand parade in New Delhi showcases India's mil…

Jaya Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, January 29, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Magha month. Believed to liberate even ghostly spirits and grant victory (jaya) …

Shukla Shani Pradosh Vrat in January 2026 falls on Saturday, January 31, 2026 (Magha month, Shukla Trayodashi). This is a Shani Pradosh (Saturday), considered t…

Magha Purnima 2026 falls on Sunday, February 1, 2026. One of the most auspicious Purnimas. A holy bath equals performing all types of yagnas. Key date during Ku…

Sankashti Chaturthi in February 2026 falls on Thursday, February 5, 2026 (Magha month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lo…

Vijaya Ekadashi 2026 falls on Friday, February 13, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Phalguna month. Bestows victory in all endeavors. Lord Rama observed this Ekad…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in February 2026 falls on Sunday, February 15, 2026 (Phalguna month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunse…

Maha Shivaratri 2026 falls on February 15, the Great Night of Lord Shiva. Millions of devotees across India and Nepal observe a strict fast, perform night-long …

Masik Shivaratri in February 2026 falls on Monday, February 16, 2026 (Phalguna month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th…

Phalguna Amavasya 2026 falls on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. Last Amavasya of the Hindu year. A time for spiritual cleansing, settling debts, and preparing for t…

Amalaki Ekadashi 2026 falls on Friday, February 27, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Phalguna month. Involves worshipping the Amla (Indian gooseberry) tree, consid…

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in March 2026 falls on Sunday, March 1, 2026 (Phalguna month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset and nig…

Holi 2026, the Festival of Colors, is celebrated on March 3. Beginning with Holika Dahan on the evening before, the main day sees people of all ages playing wit…

Phalguna Purnima (Holi) 2026 falls on Tuesday, March 3, 2026. Marks the festival of Holi. The bonfire of Holika Dahan is lit on this full moon night, celebratin…

Sankashti Chaturthi in March 2026 falls on Saturday, March 7, 2026 (Phalguna month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lord …

Papmochani Ekadashi 2026 falls on Sunday, March 15, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Chaitra month. The 'sin-destroyer' — the last Ekadashi of the Hindu year. Ide…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in March 2026 falls on Tuesday, March 17, 2026 (Chaitra month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset and …

Masik Shivaratri in March 2026 falls on Wednesday, March 18, 2026 (Chaitra month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th day…

Chaitra Amavasya 2026 falls on Thursday, March 19, 2026. First Amavasya of the new Hindu year. Auspicious for beginning new spiritual practices and honoring anc…

Chaitra Navratri 2026 begins on March 19 and marks the start of the Hindu New Year according to the Vikram Samvat calendar. Over nine days, devotees worship the…

Ram Navami 2026 is celebrated on March 27, marking the birthday of Lord Rama, the seventh avatar of Vishnu and hero of the Ramayana. The festival falls on the n…

Kamada Ekadashi 2026 falls on Sunday, March 29, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Chaitra month. The 'wish-fulfilling' Ekadashi — first of the new Hindu year. Rever…

Hanuman Jayanti 2026 is observed on April 2 to celebrate the birth of Lord Hanuman, the mighty devotee of Lord Rama. Devotees visit Hanuman temples, recite the …

Chaitra Purnima (Hanuman Jayanti) 2026 falls on Thursday, April 2, 2026. Celebrated as Hanuman Jayanti in many traditions. The birth anniversary of Lord Hanuman…

Sankashti Chaturthi in April 2026 falls on Monday, April 6, 2026 (Chaitra month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lord Gan…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in April 2026 falls on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 (Vaishakha month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset …

Masik Shivaratri in April 2026 falls on Thursday, April 16, 2026 (Vaishakha month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th da…

Vaishakha Amavasya 2026 falls on Friday, April 17, 2026. Extremely auspicious Amavasya in the holy Vaishakha month. A holy dip equals performing a thousand Ashv…

Akshaya Tritiya 2026 falls on April 19 and is regarded as one of the most auspicious days for new beginnings, investments, and acts of charity. The word 'Akshay…

Mohini Ekadashi 2026 falls on Monday, April 27, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Vaishakha month. Named after Lord Vishnu's enchanting Mohini avatar. Believed to b…

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in April 2026 falls on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (Vaishakha month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset an…

Buddha Purnima 2026 is observed on May 1 and commemorates the birth, enlightenment (Bodhi), and death (Parinirvana) of Gautama Buddha. It is a sacred day for Bu…

Vaishakha Purnima (Buddha Purnima) 2026 falls on Friday, May 1, 2026. Commemorates the birth, enlightenment, and death of Gautama Buddha. Sacred to both Buddhis…

Sankashti Chaturthi in May 2026 falls on Tuesday, May 5, 2026 (Vaishakha month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lord Gane…

Varuthini Ekadashi 2026 falls on Wednesday, May 13, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Vaishakha month. A powerful protector — 'Varuthini' means 'the one who shield…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in May 2026 falls on Friday, May 15, 2026 (Vaishakha month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset and nig…

Jyeshtha Amavasya (Shani Jayanti) 2026 falls on Saturday, May 16, 2026. Associated with Lord Shani (Saturn). A day for ancestral rites and charity, especially o…

Nirjala Ekadashi 2026 falls on Tuesday, May 26, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Jyeshtha month. The most austere Ekadashi — a strict waterless fast. A single Nirj…

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in May 2026 falls on Friday, May 29, 2026 (Jyeshtha month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset and nightf…

Jyeshtha Purnima (Vat Savitri) 2026 falls on Sunday, May 31, 2026. Observed as Vat Savitri — married women fast and worship the banyan tree for their husbands' …

Sankashti Chaturthi in June 2026 falls on Thursday, June 4, 2026 (Jyeshtha month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lord Ga…

Apara Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, June 11, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Jyeshtha month. Grants 'boundless' (apara) merit. Particularly recommended for th…

Krishna Shani Pradosh Vrat in June 2026 falls on Saturday, June 13, 2026 (Jyeshtha month, Krishna Trayodashi). This is a Shani Pradosh (Saturday), considered th…

Masik Shivaratri in June 2026 falls on Sunday, June 14, 2026 (Jyeshtha month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th day of …

Rath Yatra 2026 takes place on June 19 in Puri, Odisha, and is one of the grandest chariot festivals in the world. The deities Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and S…

Devshayani Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, June 25, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Ashadha month. Lord Vishnu enters cosmic sleep for four months (Chaturmas). N…

Shukla Shani Pradosh Vrat in June 2026 falls on Saturday, June 27, 2026 (Ashadha month, Shukla Trayodashi). This is a Shani Pradosh (Saturday), considered the m…

Guru Purnima 2026 falls on June 29 and is dedicated to honoring spiritual gurus and teachers. It commemorates the birth of Maharishi Ved Vyasa, who compiled the…

Ashadha Purnima (Guru Purnima) 2026 falls on Monday, June 29, 2026. Dedicated to honoring spiritual gurus. Commemorates the birth of Maharishi Ved Vyasa, compil…

Sankashti Chaturthi in July 2026 falls on Saturday, July 4, 2026 (Ashadha month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lord Gan…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in July 2026 falls on Sunday, July 12, 2026 (Ashadha month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset and nig…

Masik Shivaratri in July 2026 falls on Monday, July 13, 2026 (Ashadha month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th day of t…

Ashadha Amavasya 2026 falls on Tuesday, July 14, 2026. Monsoon new moon during Chaturmas. Ancestral rites during the rains are considered especially potent. Ama…

Shravana Putrada Ekadashi 2026 falls on Saturday, July 25, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Shravana month. Also known as Pavitropana Ekadashi. Believed to bless c…

Shukla Soma Pradosh Vrat in July 2026 falls on Monday, July 27, 2026 (Shravana month, Shukla Trayodashi). This is a Soma Pradosh (Monday), considered especially…

Raksha Bandhan 2026 falls on July 28 and celebrates the sacred bond between brothers and sisters. Sisters tie a decorative rakhi thread on their brothers' wrist…

Shravana Purnima (Raksha Bandhan) 2026 falls on Wednesday, July 29, 2026. Celebrated as Raksha Bandhan — sisters tie rakhi on brothers' wrists, celebrating the …

Sankashti Chaturthi in August 2026 falls on Sunday, August 2, 2026 (Shravana month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lord …

Krishna Janmashtami 2026 is celebrated on August 5, commemorating the birth of Lord Krishna at midnight in the prison of Mathura. Temples are decorated, devotee…

Kamika Ekadashi 2026 falls on Sunday, August 9, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Shravana month. First Ekadashi of Chaturmas. Offering tulsi leaves to Lord Vishnu…

Masik Shivaratri in August 2026 falls on Tuesday, August 11, 2026 (Shravana month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th da…

Shravana Amavasya (Hariyali Amavasya) 2026 falls on Wednesday, August 12, 2026. Falls in Lord Shiva's sacred month. Also known as Hariyali Amavasya, celebrating…

Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 begins on August 16 and lasts for 10 days. The festival honors Lord Ganesha, the beloved elephant-headed god of wisdom and new beginnings.…

Parsva Parivartini Ekadashi 2026 falls on Sunday, August 23, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. Lord Vishnu turns to his other side during cosmic s…

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in August 2026 falls on Tuesday, August 25, 2026 (Bhadrapada month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset a…

Onam 2026 (Thiruvonam) falls on August 28 and is the grand harvest festival of Kerala. The 10-day celebration marks the homecoming of the mythical King Mahabali…

Bhadrapada Purnima 2026 falls on Friday, August 28, 2026. Marks the beginning of Pitru Paksha traditions. Also observed as Proshtapadi Purnima and Madhu Purnima…

Sankashti Chaturthi in September 2026 falls on Tuesday, September 1, 2026 (Bhadrapada month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated…

Aja Ekadashi 2026 falls on Monday, September 7, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Bhadrapada month. 'Aja' means unborn — associated with Lord Vishnu who is eternal…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in September 2026 falls on Wednesday, September 9, 2026 (Bhadrapada month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between…

Masik Shivaratri in September 2026 falls on Thursday, September 10, 2026 (Bhadrapada month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on th…

Sarva Pitru Amavasya 2026 falls on Friday, September 11, 2026. The most important Amavasya for ancestral worship. Falls during or after Pitru Paksha. If one can…

Sharad Navratri 2026 begins on September 21 and is the most celebrated Navratri of the year. Over nine nights, devotees worship the nine forms of Goddess Durga …

Dussehra 2026, also called Vijayadashami, falls on October 1. It celebrates Lord Rama's victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga's triumph over Mahishasura. Toweri…

Papankusha Ekadashi 2026 falls on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Ashvina month. The 'hook that restrains sins.' Acts as a divine hook that…

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in September 2026 falls on Thursday, September 24, 2026 (Ashvina month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between suns…

Sharad Purnima 2026 falls on Saturday, September 26, 2026. Considered the brightest full moon of the year. Goddess Lakshmi roams the earth this night. Moon's ra…

Karwa Chauth 2026 falls on October 11. Married women across North India observe a strict nirjala (waterless) fast from sunrise to moonrise for the longevity and…

Indira Ekadashi 2026 falls on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Ashvina month. Specifically observed for liberating departed ancestors. Falls d…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in October 2026 falls on Thursday, October 8, 2026 (Ashvina month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset …

Masik Shivaratri in October 2026 falls on Friday, October 9, 2026 (Ashvina month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th day…

Diwali 2026, the Festival of Lights, is celebrated on October 9. The five-day mega festival is the most anticipated celebration in the Hindu calendar. Homes are…

Ashvina Amavasya 2026 falls on Saturday, October 10, 2026. Comes just before Navratri. A spiritual cleansing day before the nine nights of Goddess Durga's worsh…

Bhai Dooj 2026 falls on October 11, two days after Diwali. Sisters pray for their brothers' long life and prosperity by applying a ceremonial tilak on their for…

Chhath Puja 2026 falls on October 15, a four-day festival dedicated to the Sun God and Chhathi Maiya (Goddess Usha). Primarily celebrated in Bihar, Jharkhand, e…

Devutthani Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, October 22, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Kartika month. Lord Vishnu wakes from four-month cosmic sleep. Marriages a…

Shukla Shani Pradosh Vrat in October 2026 falls on Saturday, October 24, 2026 (Kartika month, Shukla Trayodashi). This is a Shani Pradosh (Saturday), considered…

Dev Diwali 2026 falls on October 24, celebrated on Kartik Purnima, 15 days after Diwali. The festival is grandly observed in Varanasi, where millions of diyas a…

Kartika Purnima (Dev Diwali) 2026 falls on Monday, October 26, 2026. Celebrated as Dev Diwali — the Diwali of the Gods. Millions of diyas are lit along the ghat…

Sankashti Chaturthi in October 2026 falls on Thursday, October 29, 2026 (Kartika month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to L…

Rama Ekadashi 2026 falls on Thursday, November 5, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Kartika month. Named after Goddess Rama (Lakshmi). Observed to gain blessings o…

Krishna Shani Pradosh Vrat in November 2026 falls on Saturday, November 7, 2026 (Kartika month, Krishna Trayodashi). This is a Shani Pradosh (Saturday), conside…

Masik Shivaratri in November 2026 falls on Sunday, November 8, 2026 (Kartika month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 14th d…

Kartika Amavasya (Diwali) 2026 falls on Monday, November 9, 2026. The darkest night of the year — illuminated by the Festival of Lights. Goddess Lakshmi is wors…

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in November 2026 falls on Sunday, November 22, 2026 (Margashirsha month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sun…

Margashirsha Purnima (Dattatreya Jayanti) 2026 falls on Tuesday, November 24, 2026. Celebrated as Dattatreya Jayanti — birth anniversary of Lord Dattatreya, the…

Utpanna Ekadashi 2026 falls on Friday, December 4, 2026, during Krishna Paksha of Margashirsha month. Celebrates the divine origin of Ekadashi herself — the god…

Krishna Pradosh Vrat in December 2026 falls on Sunday, December 6, 2026 (Margashirsha month, Krishna Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between su…

Masik Shivaratri in December 2026 falls on Monday, December 7, 2026 (Margashirsha month, Krishna Chaturdashi). Masik Shivaratri is observed every month on the 1…

Margashirsha Amavasya 2026 falls on Tuesday, December 8, 2026. New moon in Lord Krishna's favorite month. Extraordinarily sacred for ancestral rites and persona…

Pausha Putrada Ekadashi 2026 falls on Sunday, December 20, 2026, during Shukla Paksha of Pausha month. Also known as Vaikuntha Ekadashi in South India, this Eka…

Shukla Pradosh Vrat in December 2026 falls on Tuesday, December 22, 2026 (Pausha month, Shukla Trayodashi). Pradosh Kaal — the twilight period between sunset a…

Sankashti Chaturthi in December 2026 falls on Sunday, December 27, 2026 (Pausha month, Krishna Chaturthi). Sankashti Chaturthi is a monthly vrat dedicated to Lo…