Hindu Calendar 2026: Month-Wise Festivals, Tithis & Auspicious Muhurat
January 2026
Vasant Panchami : The Significance and History Behind It
Vasant Panchami marks the arrival of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of wisdom, learning, and arts. It is considered highly auspicious for education, creativity, and new beginnings.
Vasant Panchami Muhurat – 07:13 AM to 12:33 PM
Panchami Tithi Begins – 02:28 AM on Jan 23, 2026
Panchami Tithi Ends – 01:46 AM on Jan 24, 2026
February 2026
Maha Shivratri : The Night of Divine Transformation
Maha Shivratri is dedicated to Lord Shiva and symbolizes inner awakening, discipline, and destruction of negativity. Devotees observe fasting and night-long prayers.
Maha Shivratri Date – 15 February 2026
Chaturdashi Tithi – Feb 15 to Feb 16, 2026
March 2026
Holi : The Festival of Colors and Victory of Good
Holi celebrates the triumph of good over evil and the burning of negativity. It represents joy, unity, forgiveness, and renewal of relationships.
Holika Dahan – 3 March 2026
Holi Festival – 4 March 2026
April 2026
Ram Navami : Birth of Lord Rama
Ram Navami marks the birth of Lord Rama, symbolizing dharma, righteousness, and ideal living. It is observed with devotion, fasting, and temple rituals.
Ram Navami Date – 26 April 2026
Navami Tithi – April 25 to April 26, 2026
May 2026
Akshaya Tritiya : The Day of Eternal Prosperity
Akshaya Tritiya is believed to bring never-ending success and abundance. Any good deed performed on this day multiplies and brings long-term benefits.
Akshaya Tritiya Date – 7 May 2026
Tritiya Tithi – May 6 to May 7, 2026
June 2026
Nirjala Ekadashi : The Most Powerful Ekadashi
Nirjala Ekadashi is observed without food or water and is considered the most rewarding Ekadashi of the year for spiritual cleansing and karma reduction.
Nirjala Ekadashi Date – 25 June 2026
July 2026
Guru Purnima : Honoring the Spiritual Teacher
Guru Purnima is dedicated to teachers and gurus who guide us from darkness to knowledge. It is an important day for spiritual learning and gratitude.
Guru Purnima Date – 9 July 2026
August 2026
Krishna Janmashtami : Birth of Lord Krishna
Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, symbolizing divine love, wisdom, and protection from evil.
Janmashtami Date – 8 August 2026
Ashtami Tithi – August 7 to August 8, 2026
September 2026
Ganesh Chaturthi : Remover of Obstacles
Ganesh Chaturthi marks the arrival of Lord Ganesha, worshipped for wisdom, success, and obstacle removal.
Ganesh Chaturthi Date – 13 September 2026
October 2026
Dussehra : Victory of Dharma Over Adharma
Dussehra symbolizes the victory of good over evil and the defeat of negativity, ego, and injustice.
Dussehra Date – 19 October 2026
November 2026
Diwali : Festival of Lights and Prosperity
Diwali celebrates the return of Lord Rama and represents wealth, happiness, and new beginnings.
Diwali Date – 8 November 2026
December 2026
Gita Jayanti : The Day of Divine Wisdom
Gita Jayanti marks the day when Lord Krishna delivered the Bhagavad Gita, teaching karma, devotion, and self-realization.
Gita Jayanti Date – 24 December 2026
