Festival guide
Radha Ashtami
राधा अष्टमी
Appearance day of Goddess Radha.
At a glance
How is Radha Ashtami dated?
Radha Ashtami is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
Also known as: Radhashtami.
Yearly reference
Radha Ashtami dates by year
Choose a year for the exact Gregorian date, Hindu date, observance rule, and related calendar links.
Why this date?
Falls on Bhadrapada Shukla Ashtami, the eighth tithi of the bright fortnight.
Learn how Hindu calendar dates are calculatedRadha Ashtami tithi and Panchang details
Date determined by
Lunar tithiCategory
Major festivalNakshatra
MulaDietary practice
FastingSignificance
Celebrates Radha, the supreme devotee and consort of Krishna.
Traditions and Regions
Traditions
Observed in
Common questions
How is Radha Ashtami dated?
Radha Ashtami is an annual Hindu observance whose Gregorian date can change each year. Samvat calculates each year's date from its tithi Panchang rule; choose a year for the exact date and tithi.
What is the tithi for Radha Ashtami?
The Hindu date is calculated separately each year from the tithi, paksha, and Hindu month for Radha Ashtami. Choose a year above to see the details.
Can the date differ by city?
Yes. Panchang values depend on sunrise, sunset, moonrise, and timezone. Samvat's public festival page uses an India-baseline calculation; local observance can differ by city, sampradaya, or family tradition.