Festival Calendar November 2026

Festivals In November 2026

Ahoi Ashtami / Kalashtami - Ahoi Ashtami falls on 1st November 2026, which falls on the Ashtami tithi of the Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. In 2026, the Ashtami tithi will begin at 2:51 PM on 1st November and end at 1:10 PM on 2nd November. Mothers observe the fast of Ahoi Ashtami and pray for the long life and well-being of their children. Devotees worship Goddess Ahoi and recite the story in the evening under the stars. Kalashtami also falls on the same day, and is dedicated to Lord Kaal Bhairav. Worshipping Kala Bhairav with devotion and faith on this day removes obstacles, fears, and negative forces from life, bringing happiness and prosperity.

Rama Ekadashi - Rama Ekadashi will be observed on 5th November 2026, which falls on the Ekadashi tithi of the Krishna Paksha of the Kartik month. This year, the Ekadashi tithi will begin at 11:03 AM on 4th November and end at 10:35 AM on 5th November. This Ekadashi is considered auspicious to worship Lord Ram and Lord Vishnu. Observing a fast on this day is said to free one from all sins and bring happiness and prosperity. Acts of charity and helping the needy people are considered highly auspicious on this day.

Dhanteras / Yam Deepan / Pradosh Vrat / Yama Panchak - Dhanteras, Yam Deepan, and Pradosh Vrat will be observed on 6th November 2026, which falls on the Trayodashi tithi of the Krishna Paksha of the Kartik month. The Trayodashi tithi will start from 5th November at 10:35 AM and end on 6th November at 10:47 AM. On Dhanteras, purchasing items like gold, silver, utensils, and other new items is believed to bring peace, prosperity and well-being in life. In the evening, devotees light a diya at the entrance of the house for the grace of Yam, the god of death, good health and longevity. On this day, worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Lakshmi is believed to bring financial stability and happiness in the family.

Kali Chaudas / Hanuman Puja / Masik Shivratri - Naraka Chaturdashi or Roop Chaturdashi is observed on 7th November 2026, which falls on the Chaturdashi tithi of the Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. In 2026, the Chaturdashi tithi will begin at 10:47 AM on 7th November and end at 11:12 AM on 8th November. Worshipping Goddess Kali and Lord Hanuman has special significance on this day. It is said that demons and negative energies ended on this day. Masik Shivratri will also be observed on the same day, and worshipping Lord Shiva is considered highly fruitful. Devotees offer prayers for liberation from fears and sins.

Lakshmi Puja / Narak Chaturdashi / Diwali / Kali Puja - The day is celebrated as the festival of lights, Diwali, which is celebrated on the Chaturdashi tithi of the Krishna Paksha of Kartik month. On this day, the Chaturdashi tithi will begin on 8th November at 11:27 AM and end on 9th November at 12:31 PM. Devotees perform the Lakshmi Puja during Narak Chaturdashi to attract wealth and prosperity at home. People light diyas, make rangolis and offer sweets to maintain the festive vibe at home. Offering prayers to Goddess Kali and Lord Hanuman symbolises the victory of light over darkness. The day is considered auspicious for self-purification, bringing sweetness in the relationships and social interactions.

Kartik Amavasya - Kartik Amavasya is considered significant and auspicious to perform ancestral rites and rituals. The Amavasya tithi of the Kartik Krishna Paksha will begin at 12:31 PM on 9th November and end at 12:31 PM on the same day. Acts of charity, a holy bath in the Ganga River, and rituals (Pitru Tarpan) or deep daan for ancestors performed on this day bring special benefits. Descendants offer food to their ancestors to receive their blessings. Worshipping with rituals on this day is believed to remove ancestral curses and bring harmony in the family.

Govardhan Puja / Annakut - Govardhan Puja falls on the Pratipada tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Kartik month, which will be observed on Tuesday, 10th November 2026. This year, the Pratipada tithi will begin at 12:31 PM on 9th November and end at 2:00 PM on 10th November. On this day, Lord Krishna lifted the Govardhan Parvat on his little finger and saved the people of Gokul, and since that day, Govardhan Puja is celebrated. Devotees offer 56 Bhog to Lord Krishna, and charity is also considered auspicious. This day gives the message of love and devotion, and to protect the environment.

Bhai Dooj / Yam Dwitiya - Bhai Dooj is observed to celebrate the bond between brothers and sisters. It falls on the Dwitiya tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the month of Kartik. In 2026, the Dwitiya tithi will start from 2:00 PM on 10th November and end at 3:53 PM on 11th November. On this day, sisters pray for the success, well-being and long life of their brothers. This day is also known as Yam Dwitiya, as it is associated with Yam. The rituals are completed with sisters applying a tilak to their brothers, tying raksha and offering sweets. This festival strengthens the bond of love between brothers and sisters and brings harmony in the family.

Labh Chaturthi - Labh Chaturthi will be celebrated on Thursday, 13th November 2026, which falls on the Chaturthi tithi of the Krishna Paksha of the Kartik month. The Chaturthi tithi will begin at 6:09 PM on 12th November and end at 8:42 PM on 13th November. This day is dedicated to Lord Ganesha, and devotees worship him to seek blessings for wealth, good fortune, and progress in business. This day is known as Labh Chaturthi, as worshipping on this day is believed to bring new opportunities for profits and success in life. Labh Chaturthi is considered highly auspicious for students, businessmen, and those who are considering beginning new projects. Lord Ganesha removes obstacles from life, blesses devotees and fulfils their wishes.

Labh Panchami - The Panchami tithi begins at 8:42 PM on 13th November and ends at 11:23 PM on 14th November. From a business perspective, this day is considered the most auspicious day of the year. New account books are started on this day at several places. Lord Kuber and Goddess Lakshmi are worshipped on this day to seek blessings of wealth, progress and financial stability. The day brings freedom from old debts and new sources of income.

Chhath Puja / Skanda Shashti - This year, the Chhath Puja will be celebrated on Saturday, 15th November, which falls on the Shashthi tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Kartik month. The Shashthi tithi will begin at 11:23 on 14th November and end at 2:00 AM on 16th November. Chhath Puja is dedicated to Suryadev and Chhathi Maiya. Devotees observe a tough fast of 4 days and offer prayers to the rising and setting sun. This festival is especially celebrated in North India with great devotion for the well-being, health, and prosperity of children. Skanda Shashti is also celebrated on this day, which is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya.

Vrishchik Sankranti - Vrishchik Sankranti will fall on Sunday, 16th November 2026. On this day, the Sun enters the Scorpio zodiac sign. The tithi will begin at 2:00 AM on 16th November and end at 4:19 AM on the same day. The day is favourable for taking a holy bath, doing charity, and seeking blessings from ancestors. On this day, worshipping the Sun, donating sesame seeds and feeding cows is said to bring special merit. This day is considered auspicious for spiritual growth and protection from negative energies.

Gopashtami - Gopashtami will be observed on Monday, 17th November 2026, which falls on the Ashtami tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Kartik month. The Ashtami tithi will begin at 04:19 AM on 17th November and end at 06:04 AM on 18th November. The auspicious day of Gopashtami is dedicated to feeding cows. This day marks the beginning of cattle grazing by Lord Krishna, which is why this is considered more significant. Feeding cows and worshipping them is believed to bring good fortune, wealth, and protection of the family. This festival is celebrated with faith and great devotion all over India.

Akshaya Navami - Akshaya Navami will be celebrated on Tuesday, 18th November 2026, which falls on the Navami tithi of the Kartik Shukla Paksha. The Navami tithi will begin at 6:04 AM on 18th November and end at 7:05 AM on 19th November. On this day, Goddess Annapurna and the Amla tree are worshipped. The act of charity on this day brings Akshaya results, which means never-ending. This day is considered highly auspicious for agricultural activities and increasing wealth. In many regions of the country, this day is considered the beginning of Tulsi Vivah. This is a great day to reduce the afflictions of the planets.

Devutthana Ekadashi – Devutthana Ekadashi will be observed on 20th November 2026, which falls on the Ekadashi tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Kartik month. This year, the Ekadashi tithi will begin at 07:15 AM on 19th November and end at 06:31 AM on 20th November. According to beliefs, Lord Vishnu awakens from the 4-month Yoganidra on this day, and the day marks the beginning of all the auspicious events. Worshipping Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi brings happiness and prosperity at home. Observing a fast and singing bhajans is believed to destroy all the sins, and singing bhajans is believed to open the path of liberation.

Tulsi Vivah - Tulsi Vivah will be observed on Friday, 21st November 2026, which falls on the Dwadashi tithi of the Kartik Shukla Paksha. The Dwadashi tithi starts from 6:31 AM on 21st November to 4:56 AM on 22nd November. On this day, Tulsi got married to Lord Shaligram (an incarnation of Lord Vishnu). Tulsi Vivah symbolises the happiness in married life and the beginning of auspicious events. Performing worship and charity on this day brings good fortune and virtue.

Pradosh Vrat - Pradosh Vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, and worshipping them on this day is believed to remove all the obstacles and fulfil desires. This fast will be observed on 22nd November 2026, and is considered especially auspicious. Worshipping Lord Shiva during pradosh kaal brings happiness, prosperity, and improves health. In 2026, Trayodashi Tithi will begin at 4:56 AM on 22nd November and will end at 2:36 AM on 23rd November. On this auspicious day, devotees offer milk, bel leaves, and water to the Shiva Lingam and chant 'Om Namah Shivaay' to get relieved from family or marital problems.

Vaikuntha Chaturdashi - Vaikuntha Chaturdashi falls on the Chaturdashi tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Kartik month, which will be observed on Sunday, 23rd November 2026. The Chaturdashi tithi will begin at 2:36 AM on 23rd November and end at 11:42 PM on 24th November. Worshipping Lord Vishnu and Lord Shiva together on this day is considered auspicious. It is said that Lord Vishnu performed severe penance for Lord Shiva and attained the path of Vaikunth. Performing good deeds on this day brings Akshaya results, which means never-ending. Observing a fast, lighting a lamp and singing bhajans bring peace, prosperity, improve health and remove obstacles from life.

Dev Deepawali - Dev Diwali will be celebrated on Monday, 24th November 2025, which falls on the Purnima tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Kartik month. The Purnima tithi will begin at 11:42 PM on 24th November and end at 8:23 PM on 25th November. This day is celebrated as the Diwali of the gods, and this festival has special significance in Varanasi Kashi. Thousands of diyas are lit on this day on the banks of the Ganga River to welcome deities. Worshipping Lord Shiva and Ganga Maiya is said to free one from all the sins and bring positivity at home. The day is considered auspicious for wealth, good fortune and spiritual growth.

Guru Nanak Jayanti - This day marks the birth anniversary of the first Sikh Guru Nanak Dev Ji, which will be celebrated on Monday, 24th November 2026. Singing bhajans or kirtans, performing langar, and Prabhat Feri are organised in Gurudwaras. Guru Nanak Dev Ji gave the message of 'Sabka Malik Ek' and 'Selfless Service'. His teachings guided towards unity, love and equality. Serving food to the needy people and chanting God's name has a special significance on this day.

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