Fasting (Vrat) is an integral part of the Hindu spiritual tradition. Observing fasts on auspicious days like Amavasya, Purnima, Ekadashi, and Kalashtami helps devotees deepen their devotion, discipline the mind, and invite peace and prosperity into their lives. This comprehensive 2026 Hindu fasting calendar provides all the important dates you need to plan your spiritual observances throughout the year.
Below you’ll find a detailed, month-wise listing of fasting dates for quick reference. Whether you’re observing a traditional upvas or planning special pujas, this calendar will be your guide.
📅 January 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Jan 3 |
Paush Purnima (Purnima)
|
| Jan 14 |
Shattila Ekadashi
|
| Jan 18 |
Magha Amavasya
|
| Jan 23 |
Vasant Panchami (optional fast)
|
| Jan 29 |
Jaya Ekadashi
|
📅 February 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Feb 1 |
Magha Purnima
|
| Feb 12 |
Vijaya Ekadashi
|
| Feb 15 |
Maha Shivratri (optional)
|
| Feb 17 |
Phalguna Amavasya
|
| Feb 27 |
Amalaki Ekadashi
|
📅 March 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Mar 3 |
Holi / Holika Dahan (optional observance)
|
| Mar 4 |
Holi / Rangwali Holi (optional)
|
| Mar 15 |
Papmochani Ekadashi
|
| Mar 19 |
Chaitra Amavasya
|
| Mar 29 |
Kamada Ekadashi
|
📅 April 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Apr 2 |
Hanuman Jayanti (Purnima)
|
| Apr 13 |
Varuthini Ekadashi
|
| Apr 17 |
Vaishakha Amavasya
|
| Apr 27 |
Mohini Ekadashi
|
| Apr 20 |
Akshaya Tritiya (optional)
|
📅 May 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| May 1 |
Buddha Purnima (Purnima)
|
| May 13 |
Apara Ekadashi
|
| May 27 |
Nirjala Ekadashi
|
| May |
Jyeshtha Amavasya (date varies)
|
📅 June 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Jun 11 |
Yogini Ekadashi
|
| Jun 25 |
Devshayani Ekadashi & Ashadha Amavasya
|
| Jun 29 |
Purnima
|
📅 July 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Jul 11 |
Kamika Ekadashi
|
| Jul 14 |
Somvati Amavasya (optional)
|
| Jul 25 |
Putrada Ekadashi
|
| Jul 29 |
Shravana Purnima (optional observance)
|
📅 August 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Aug 9 |
Aja Ekadashi
|
| Aug 17 |
Parivartini Ekadashi
|
| Aug 28 |
Shravan Purnima (Raksha Bandhan optional)
|
| Aug |
Janmashtami lunar date (optional)
|
📅 September 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Sep 8 |
Indira Ekadashi
|
| Sep 23 |
Papankusha Ekadashi
|
| Sep 28 |
Bhadrapada Amavasya (optional)
|
📅 October 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Oct 8 |
Rama Ekadashi
|
| Oct 23 |
Pasankusha Ekadashi
|
| Oct * |
Ashwin Amavasya (optional)*
|
📅 November 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Nov 6 |
Utpanna Ekadashi
|
| Nov 21 |
Mokshada Ekadashi
|
| Nov |
Amavasya (optional date varies)
|
📅 December 2026
| Date |
Fasting / Occasion |
| Dec 6 |
Saphala Ekadashi
|
| Dec 21 |
Putrada Ekadashi
|
| Dec |
Purnima & Amavasya (optional) — varies by tithi |
🕉️ Tips for Observing Fasts in 2026
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Amavasya & Purnima fasts are traditionally observed from sunrise to the next sunrise.
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Ekadashi fasting typically begins after Dwadasi sunrise the next day.
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Kalashtami fasts are observed throughout the day until the next dawn.
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Always check local sunrise/sunset times and consult your priest or astrologer for exact fasting windows.
🙏 Conclusion
This 2026 fasting calendar lets devotees prepare well in advance for all major vrat days. Bookmark this post for quick access, share with family or on WhatsApp, and consider pairing your observances with pujas or spiritual reading for deeper fulfillment.
