Festival Calendar September 2026

Festivals In September 2026

Krishna Janmashtami - Krishna Janamshtami is one of the major festivals to honour the birth anniversary of Lord Krishna. In 2026, Janamashtami will be celebrated on Friday, 4th September. Devotees observe fast, offer butter and mishri (makhan mishri) as bhog to Lord Krishna, and swing his idol on a Jhula. According to the scriptures, lord Krishna was born to free the earth from the wrongdoings of Kansa. The Ashtami tithi will begin on 4th September at 2:25 AM and end on 5th September at 12:13 AM. On this auspicious day, temples are beautifully decorated, devotees perform Ras Leela and sing bhajans to receive blessings of happiness, love, and prosperity into their lives.

Dahi Handi and Teacher's Day - Dahi Handi is celebrated to honour the childhood memory of Lord Krishna. The Handi (earthen pot) is filled with curd or makkhan and hung at a height. This festival shows the message of teamwork and courage as a group of people gather and form a human pyramid to break the Dahi handi. Teachers will also be celebrated on the same day, which is dedicated to Dr Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, who is a great philosopher and the second President of India. This festival will be celebrated on 5th September. In 2026, the Navami tithi will begin on 5th September at 12:13 AM and end on 6th September at 9:53 PM. This festival is celebrated to honour the Teachers and celebrate the playfulness of Lord Krishna.

Aja Ekadashi - Aja Ekadashi is one of the most Significant Ekadashis to receive the blessings of Lord Vishnu and get rid of all the sins. On this day, observing a fast with faith or devotion, performing rituals, and singing bhajans, is believed to bring good fortune and free one from past-life sins. Aja Ekadashi will be celebrated on Monday, 7th September. The Ekadashi tithi will begin at 7:29 PM on 6th September and end at 5:03 PM on 7th September. Worshipping Lord Vishnu and Tulsi brings peace and prosperity to the home.

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 8th September 2026, and is considered especially auspicious when it falls on Tuesday or Saturday. Worshipping Lord Shiva during pradosh kaal brings happiness, prosperity, and improves health. In 2026, Trayodashi Tithi will begin at 2:42 PM on 8th September and will end at 12:30 PM on 9th September. 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.

Masik Shivratri - Masik Shivratri will be observed on 9th September, Wednesday, 2026, which falls on the Chaturdashi tithi of the Krishna Paksha. This is considered highly auspicious, and observing a fast with faith and devotion brings the grace and special blessings of Lord Shiva. Worshipping Lord Shiva and performing rituals is believed to bring happiness, peace, prosperity, well-being, and to remove all obstacles from life. Performing Jalabhishek on the Shiva Lingam is considered fruitful as Shravan Shivratri. The Chaturdashi tithi will start from 12:30 PM on 9th September and end on the same day at 10:29 PM.

Darsha Amavasya - Darsha Amavasya will be observed on Thursday, 10th September 2026. Acts of charity, a holy bath in the Ganga River, and rituals (Pitra Tarpan) or deep daan for ancestors performed on this day bring special benefits. The Amavasya tithi will begin on 10th September at 10:33 AM and end on 11th September at 08:56 AM. On this auspicious day, observing a fast and offering prayers is said to bring peace, health, prosperity and peace and salvation of ancestors.

Hartalika Teej and Ganesh Chaturthi - Hartalika Teej and Ganesh Chaturthi will be observed on 14th September. The Hartalika Teej is considered highly auspicious for both married and unmarried women as they observe fast to honour Goddess Parvati, to bring blessings of a desired husband and married life. On this day, Ganesh Chaturthi will also be celebrated, which marks the arrival of Lord Ganpati on Earth. The Chaturthi tithi will begin at 7:06 AM on 14th September and end at 7:44 AM on 15th September. Devotees welcome Ganpati idols and offer modak as Bhog, creating a joyful atmosphere at home.

Rishi Panchami - Rishi Panchami is dedicated to the Sage tradition of the country, which will be celebrated on 15th September 2026. Seven Rishis are worshipped on this auspicious day: Kashyapa, Atri, Bharadwaja, Vishwamitra, Gautama, Jamadagni, and Vashistha. Observing a fast on this day and performing rituals is believed to bring purity and improve health. The Panchami tithi will begin at 7:44 AM on 15th September and end at 8:59 AM on 16th September. Women perform rituals and pray for the well-being of their family.

Balram Jayanti and Skanda Shashti - Balram Jayanti falls on the Sixth day of the Shukla Paksha of the Bhadrapada month. This day is celebrated as the birth anniversary of Lord Balram, the elder brother of Lord Krishna. His weapon plough denotes strength and divine powers. On this day, farmers offer prayers for the advancement of agricultural activities and strength. The Skanda Shashti also falls on this day, which is dedicated to Lord Kartikeya. On this day, devotees offer prayers for liberation from all the problems and enemies. In 2026, this festival will be celebrated on Wednesday, 16th September. The Shashthi tithi will begin at 8:59 AM on 16th September to 10:47 AM on 17th September. Worshipping with devotion and dedication is believed to enhance courage, victory, and prosperity.

Vishwakarma Puja and Kanya Sankranti - This day is associated with construction, crafts and technology. Lord Vishwakarma is known as the divine architect and the creator of the universe. On this day, people worship tools, weapons in factories and workplaces to receive the blessings of progress and prosperity. On Kanya Sankranti, the Sun enters the Virgo zodiac sign, and this shift is considered auspicious for new beginnings and agriculture. This festival falls on Thursday, 17th September, and the tithi will last until 10:47 AM on 18th September. ​​Devotees offer prayers for success in one's professional life.

Lalita Saptami - Goddess Lalita Tripura Sundari is worshipped on the Shukla Saptami of the Bhadrapada. Goddess Lalita is considered the supreme deity of beauty, prosperity and power. Worshipping her is believed to bring peace and good fortune in the family. This festival will be celebrated on Friday, 18th September 2026. The Saptami tithi will begin at 10:47 AM on 17th September and end at 1:00 PM on 18th September. Devotees observe fasts, chant mantras, and perform rituals to receive the blessings of the Goddess. This day is auspicious for removing the negative energies and for spiritual progress.

Radha Ashtami - Radha Ashtami marks the day of the appearance of Shri Radharani. This festival falls on the Ashtami tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Bhadrapada month. Shri Radharani is personified as the other half of Lord Krishna, and on this day, Radha-Krishna are worshipped together and chanting Radharani's names is considered auspicious. The Ashtami tithi will begin at 1:00 PM on 18th September and end at 3:26 PM on 19th September. Radha Ashtami will be celebrated on Saturday, 19th September 2026. Devotees observe fasts and offer prayers for true love, good fortune, and the fulfilment of their wishes.

Parivartini Ekadashi - Parivartini Ekadashi is also known as Padma Ekadashi, which falls on the Eleventh day of the Shukla Paksha of the Bhadrapada month. According to the beliefs, Lord Vishnu changed his posture on the bed of Sheshnag in Ksheer Sagar, which is why it is known as Parivartini Ekadashi. On this day, observing a fast with faith or devotion, performing rituals, and singing bhajans, is believed to bring good fortune and free one from past-life sins. The Ekadashi tithi will begin at 8:00 PM on 21st September and end at 9:43 PM on 22nd September. The act of charity, reciting the names of Lord Hari, is considered highly auspicious as it is believed to bring positive changes and fulfil wishes.

Pradosh Vrat - Pradosh Vrat is a highly auspicious festival celebrated which is observed to bring the blessings of Lord Shiva. Worshipping Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati on this day removes all the obstacles and fulfils desires. Pradosh Vrat falls on the Trayodashi tithi of the Shukla Paksha of the Bhadrapada month. This fast will begin at 10:50 PM on 23rd September and end at 11:18 PM on 24th September. Worshipping Lord Shiva during pradosh kaal brings happiness, prosperity, and improves health. 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.

Ganesh Visarjan and Anant Chaturdashi - The Ganpati Visarjan will be observed on the Chaturdashi tithi of the Shukla Paksha of Bhadrapada month. During this period, devotees bid farewell to Lord Ganpati, asking him to “Come back soon next year”. Anant Chaturdashi is also celebrated on this day, which is dedicated to the infinite forms of Lord Vishnu. This festival will begin at 11:18 PM on 24th September and end at 11:06 PM on 25th September. Devotees wear the Anant Sutra, as it is believed to attract happiness and prosperity in their homes and families.

Purnima Shraddha - Purnima Shraddha is performed on the Purnima tithi of the Bhadrapada and is considered highly auspicious to please ancestors and receive their blessings. Performing Shraddh is believed to please ancestors, shower blessings on the family and also remove difficulties from their lives. The Purnima tithi will start from 11:06 PM on September 25th to 10:18 PM on September 26th. On this day, pitra tarpan, pind daan and food are made for ancestors. Bhadrapada Purnima is also observed on this day, and worshipping and Charity are considered auspicious.

Pitru Paksha begins - Pitru Paksha begins on the Pratipada tithi of the Krishna Paksha of the Ashwin month. This is the time to remember ancestors and show gratitude, love and respect towards them by performing rituals of Shraddh. The tithi will begin at 10:18 PM on 26 September and end at 8:58 PM on 27 September. Performing Shraddh during these days is believed to open the gates of Pitru Loka, and ancestors accept the offerings made by their descendants. Performing Tarpana and offering food to ancestors is believed to bring peace and harmony to the family.

Dwitiya Shraddh - The Dwitiya Shraddh is observed on the second day of the Pitru Paksha, and this day is dedicated to the ancestors who passed on the same date. The tithi will begin at 8:58 PM on 27th September and end at 7:13 PM on 28th September. Devotees do charity for their ancestors, and performing Shraddh on this day pleases ancestors, blesses the family with good health, wealth, prosperity and removes obstacles from life.

Tritiya Shraddh, Mahabharani, and Vighnaraja Sankashti - The Tritiya Shraddh falls on 29th September 2026, which falls on the Krishna Paksha of the Ashwin month. This day is also special for worshipping Goddess Mahabharani. To remove obstacles from life, devotees worship Lord Ganesha on Vighnaraja Sankashti. Tritya Shraddh will be performed on this day. The tithi will begin at 7:13 PM on 28th September and end at 5:09 PM on 29th September. Performing rituals with dedication and devotion is believed to bring spiritual benefits and bring blessings of ancestors.

Chaturthi/Panchami Shraddh - This day gives the combined results of both Ashwin Krishna Chaturthi and Panchami. The tithi will begin at 2:55 PM on 30th September and end at 12:35 PM on 1st October. Shraddh rituals are performed for the ancestors whose death anniversary falls on the Chaturthi or Panchami. Pitru tarpan and food are offered to ancestors on this day. Devotees fed Brahmins to receive their blessings. Performing Shraddha on this day brings stability, good health, and prosperity to the family.

Hindu Festival Calendar 2026