Festival calendar
Hindu Festival Calendar
Find Hindu festival dates with tithi, paksha, regional context, and the calculation notes behind each observance.
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Karwa Chauth
Fastingकरवा चौथ
Kartik Krishna Chaturthi
29 October 2026
3 days
Married women fast for the longevity of their husbands.
Significance
Symbolizes marital love and devotion.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Chaturthi (4th day of dark fortnight in Kartik). The fast is broken only after sighting the moon through a sieve, typically in October-November.
Tithi
Krishna Chaturthi
Nakshatra
Mrigashira
Traditions
Celebrated in
Ahoi Ashtami
Fastingअहोई अष्टमी
Kartik Krishna Ashtami
1 November 2026
6 days
Mothers observe a fast for the well-being of children.
Significance
A child-welfare vrata observed before Diwali, especially in North India.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Ashtami, commonly observed in the evening after sighting stars.
Tithi
Krishna Ashtami
Nakshatra
Pushya
Traditions
Celebrated in
Dhanteras
Majorधनतेरस
Kartik Krishna Trayodashi
6 November 2026
11 days
Opening day of the Diwali season, dedicated to Dhanvantari, Kubera, and Lakshmi.
Significance
Associated with health, prosperity, and buying auspicious metals or utensils.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Trayodashi, with the evening/pradosha period used for Dhanteras puja.
Tithi
Krishna Trayodashi
Nakshatra
Hasta
Traditions
Celebrated in
Narak Chaturdashi
Majorनरक चतुर्दशी
Kartik Krishna Chaturdashi
8 November 2026
13 days
Diwali-season observance commemorating Krishna's victory over Narakasura.
Significance
Also known as Kali Chaudas or Choti Diwali in many regions.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Chaturdashi, the fourteenth tithi of the dark fortnight before Amavasya.
Tithi
Krishna Chaturdashi
Nakshatra
Swati
Traditions
Celebrated in
Diwali
Majorदीपावली
Kartik Krishna Amavasya
8 November 2026
13 days
Festival of lights celebrating the victory of light over darkness.
Significance
Celebrates Rama's return to Ayodhya. Lakshmi-Ganesh worship for prosperity.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Krishna Amavasya (new moon in Kartik month). The darkest night of the year is illuminated with lamps, symbolizing the triumph of light over darkness, typically in October-November.
Tithi
Krishna Amavasya
Nakshatra
Swati
Traditions
Celebrated in
Govardhan Puja
Majorगोवर्धन पूजा
Kartik Shukla Pratipada
10 November 2026
15 days
Worship of Govardhan Hill, lifted by Krishna to protect villagers.
Significance
Celebrates Krishna lifting Govardhan to shelter Vrindavan from Indra's wrath.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Shukla Pratipada (1st day of bright fortnight in Kartik), the day after Diwali. Marks the start of new Vikram year in Gujarat, typically in October-November.
Tithi
Shukla Pratipada
Nakshatra
Vishakha
Traditions
Celebrated in
Bhai Dooj
Majorभाई दूज
Kartik Shukla Dwitiya
10 November 2026
15 days
Sisters pray for their brothers' well-being. Similar to Raksha Bandhan.
Significance
Celebrates the bond between siblings.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Shukla Dwitiya (2nd day of the bright fortnight in Kartik), with the date checked during aparahna in the afternoon. It celebrates the sibling bond when Yama visited his sister Yamuna, typically in October-November.
Tithi
Shukla Dwitiya
Nakshatra
Anuradha
Traditions
Celebrated in
Chhath Puja
Regionalछठ पूजा
Kartik Shukla Shashthi
15 November 2026
20 days
Ancient Vedic festival worshipping Sun God and Chhathi Maiya.
Significance
Devotees offer prayers to the setting and rising sun.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Shukla Shashthi (6th day of bright fortnight in Kartik). Six days after Diwali, devotees worship the Sun God with offerings at sunrise and sunset, typically in October-November.
Tithi
Shukla Shashthi
Nakshatra
Uttara Ashadha
Traditions
Celebrated in
Tulsi Vivah
Majorतुलसी विवाह
Kartik Shukla Dwadashi
21 November 2026
26 days
Ceremonial wedding of Tulsi and Vishnu/Shaligram.
Significance
Marks the reopening of the auspicious wedding season after Chaturmas in many traditions.
Why this date?
Commonly observed on Kartik Shukla Dwadashi after Devutthana Ekadashi. Some traditions observe it on Ekadashi or Purnima, so local practice can vary.
Tithi
Shukla Dwadashi
Nakshatra
Uttara Bhadrapada
Traditions
Celebrated in
Dev Diwali
Majorदेव दीपावली
Kartik Shukla Purnima
24 November 2026
29 days
Diwali of the Gods. Celebrated 15 days after Diwali.
Significance
Gods descend to celebrate Diwali. Special celebration in Varanasi.
Why this date?
Falls on Kartik Shukla Purnima (full moon in Kartik month). Exactly 15 days after Diwali (Amavasya), when the moon reaches full phase, typically in November.
Tithi
Shukla Purnima
Nakshatra
Krittika
Traditions
Celebrated in
Kalabhairav Jayanti
Majorकालभैरव जयंती
Margashirsha Krishna Ashtami
30 November 2026
35 days
Appearance day of Lord Kalabhairava, a fierce form of Shiva.
Significance
Important for Shiva devotees and especially associated with Kashi.
Why this date?
Falls on Margashirsha Krishna Ashtami, with many observances centered on the night period.
Tithi
Krishna Ashtami
Nakshatra
Magha
Traditions
Celebrated in
Vivah Panchami
Majorविवाह पंचमी
Margashirsha Shukla Panchami
14 December 2026
49 days
Commemoration of the wedding of Rama and Sita.
Significance
Especially celebrated in Mithila, Janakpur, and Rama temples.
Why this date?
Falls on Margashirsha Shukla Panchami, the fifth tithi of the bright fortnight.
Tithi
Shukla Panchami
Nakshatra
Shravana
Traditions
Celebrated in
Gita Jayanti
Majorगीता जयंती
Margashirsha Shukla Ekadashi
20 December 2026
55 days
Day commemorating the teaching of the Bhagavad Gita.
Significance
Observed on Mokshada Ekadashi, when Krishna is believed to have delivered the Gita to Arjuna.
Why this date?
Falls on Margashirsha Shukla Ekadashi, also known as Mokshada Ekadashi.
Tithi
Shukla Ekadashi
Nakshatra
Ashwini
Traditions
Celebrated in
Dattatreya Jayanti
Majorदत्तात्रेय जयंती
Margashirsha Shukla Purnima
23 December 2026
58 days
Appearance day of Lord Dattatreya.
Significance
Honors Dattatreya, associated with Brahma, Vishnu, Shiva, and the guru principle.
Why this date?
Falls on Margashirsha Shukla Purnima, the full moon of Margashirsha.
Tithi
Shukla Purnima
Nakshatra
Mrigashira
Traditions
Celebrated in
Makar Sankranti
Majorमकर संक्रांति
Pausha Shukla Shashthi
14 January 2027
80 days
Sun enters Capricorn, marking longer days. Celebrated with kite flying and sesame sweets.
Significance
One of the few Hindu festivals based on solar calendar. Marks the end of winter solstice.
Why this date?
Calculated when the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn) rashi in sidereal zodiac. This is one of the few solar-based Hindu festivals, occurring around January 14-15 each year when the Sun crosses 270° sidereal longitude.
Tithi
Shukla Shashthi
Nakshatra
Uttara Bhadrapada
Traditions
Celebrated in
Pongal
Regionalபொங்கல்
Pausha Shukla Shashthi
14 January 2027
80 days
Four-day Tamil harvest festival thanking the Sun God.
Significance
Celebrates the harvest season. Pongal means "boiling over" symbolizing abundance.
Why this date?
Coincides with Makar Sankranti when the Sun enters Makara (Capricorn) rashi. This solar event marks the harvest season in Tamil Nadu, occurring around January 14-15.
Tithi
Shukla Shashthi
Nakshatra
Uttara Bhadrapada
Traditions
Celebrated in
Republic Day
Nationalगणतंत्र दिवस
Magha Krishna Panchami
26 January 2027
92 days
India's Republic Day - Constitution came into effect in 1950.
Significance
Celebrates India becoming a republic with its own constitution.
Why this date?
Fixed on January 26 in the Gregorian calendar. This is a government holiday commemorating the date when India's Constitution came into effect in 1950.
Tithi
Krishna Panchami
Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni
Traditions
Celebrated in
Vasant Panchami
Majorवसंत पंचमी
Magha Shukla Panchami
11 February 2027
108 days
Arrival of spring. Worship of Goddess Saraswati for knowledge, music, and arts.
Significance
Marks the beginning of spring season. Students worship Saraswati for academic success.
Why this date?
Falls on Magha Shukla Panchami (5th day of bright fortnight in Magha month). Calculated by finding when the Moon reaches the 5th tithi after the new moon in Magha, typically in late January or February.
Tithi
Shukla Panchami
Nakshatra
Revati
Traditions
Celebrated in
Maha Shivaratri
Majorमहाशिवरात्रि
Phalguna Krishna Chaturdashi
6 March 2027
131 days
The great night of Lord Shiva. Devotees observe fasting and night-long vigil.
Significance
Considered the night when Shiva performed the cosmic dance (Tandava).
Why this date?
Falls on Phalguna Krishna Chaturdashi (14th day of dark fortnight in Phalguna month). The darkest night before Amavasya is considered most auspicious for Shiva worship, typically in February-March.
Tithi
Krishna Chaturdashi
Nakshatra
Dhanishta
Traditions
Celebrated in
Holika Dahan
Majorहोली
Phalguna Shukla Purnima
22 March 2027
147 days
Bonfire observance on the eve of Holi, celebrating Prahlad and the victory of devotion.
Significance
Commemorates the legend of Prahlad and Holika. Celebrates divine love of Radha-Krishna.
Why this date?
Falls on Phalguna Shukla Purnima. The bonfire muhurta can include Bhadra and pradosha exceptions, so Samvat lists the India-baseline Purnima observance date and treats Rangwali Holi as the following Chaitra Krishna Pratipada.
Tithi
Shukla Purnima
Nakshatra
Uttara Phalguni
Traditions
Celebrated in
Festival calendars by year
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Major Festivals
Pan-Indian celebrations observed across the country with regional variations.
- Diwali - Festival of Lights
- Holi - Festival of Colors
- Navaratri - Nine Nights
- Dussehra - Victory of Good
- Ganesh Chaturthi
Regional Celebrations
Unique festivals celebrated in specific regions with local traditions.
- Pongal (Tamil Nadu)
- Onam (Kerala)
- Durga Puja (Bengal)
- Bihu (Assam)
- Ugadi (Andhra/Karnataka)
Fasting Days
Auspicious days for spiritual practices, fasting, and worship.
- Ekadashi (11th Tithi)
- Pradosh Vrat
- Karwa Chauth
- Maha Shivaratri
- Santoshi Mata Vrat