2026 Hindu Calendar: List Of Each Festival Of Hindu Festivals!

Author: Vijay Pathak | Last Updated: Wed 5 Nov 2025 4:35:13 PM

2026 Hindu Calendar: The article presented by AstroCAMP on the 2026 Hindu Calendar is specially curated for those who wish to have advance and accurate information about the dates of upcoming Hindu fasts (vrats) and festivals throughout the year. Hinduism is one of the oldest and most prominent religions in the world, and it celebrates numerous festivals such as Holi, Diwali, Raksha Bandhan, Janmashtami, and many more with great devotion and enthusiasm throughout the year. However, in today’s fast-paced life, people often remain unaware of these important dates. 


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In such a scenario, this calendar will assist you in planning and preparing for each special day in a timely manner. It is important to note that this calendar is prepared based on the lunar movements and the Hindu Panchang. Let us now take a detailed look at all the major fasts and festivals falling in the year 2026.

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2026 Hindu Calendar: List of Festivals and Fasts

January

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

January 1

Thursday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

January 3

Saturday

Paush Purnima Vrat

January 6

Tuesday

Sankashti Chaturthi

January 14

Wednesday

Shattila Ekadashi, Pongal, Uttarayan, Makar Sankranti

January 16

Friday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha), Masik Shivratri

January 18

Sunday

Magha Amavasya

January 23

Friday

Basant Panchami, Saraswati Puja

January 29

Thursday

Jaya Ekadashi

January 30

Friday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

2026 Hindu Calendar: February

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

February 1

Sunday

Magha Purnima Vrat

February 5

Thursday

Sankashti Chaturthi

February 13

Friday

Vijaya Ekadashi, Kumbha Sankranti

February 14

Saturday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

February 15

Sunday

Maha Shivratri, Masik Shivratri

February 17

Tuesday

Phalguna Amavasya

February 27

Friday

Amalaki Ekadashi

February 28

Saturday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

March

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

March 3

Tuesday

Holika Dahan, Phalguna Purnima Vrat

March 4

Wednesday

Holi

March 6

Friday

Sankashti Chaturthi

March 15

Sunday

Papmochani Ekadashi, Meena Sankranti

March 16

Monday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

March 17

Tuesday

Masik Shivratri

March 19

Thursday

Chaitra Navratri begins, Ugadi, Ghatasthapana, Gudi Padwa

March 20

Friday

Cheti Chand

March 26

Thursday

Ram Navami

March 27

Friday

Chaitra Navratri Parana

March 29

Sunday

Kamada Ekadashi

March 30

Monday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

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2026 Hindu Calendar: April

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

April 2

Thursday

Hanuman Jayanti, Chaitra Purnima Vrat

April 5

Sunday

Sankashti Chaturthi

April 13

Monday

Varuthini Ekadashi

April 14

Tuesday

Mesh Sankranti

April 15

Wednesday

Masik Shivratri, Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

April 17

Friday

Vaishakh Amavasya

April 19

Sunday

Akshaya Tritiya

April 27

Monday

Mohini Ekadashi

April 28

Tuesday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

May

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

May 1

Friday

Vaishakh Purnima Vrat

May 5

Tuesday

Sankashti Chaturthi

May 13

Wednesday

Apara Ekadashi

May 14

Thursday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

May 15

Friday

Masik Shivratri, Vrishabha Sankranti 

May 16

Saturday

Jyeshtha Amavasya

May 27

Wednesday

Padmini Ekadashi

May 28

Thursday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

May 31

Sunday

Purnima Vrat

2026 Hindu Calendar: June

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

June 3

Wednesday

Sankashti Chaturthi

June 11

Thursday

Parama Ekadashi

June 12

Friday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

June 13

Saturday

Masik Shivratri

June 15

Monday

Amavasya, Mithuna Sankranti

June 25

Thursday

Nirjala Ekadashi

June 27

Saturday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

June 29

Monday

Jyeshtha Purnima Vrat

July

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

July 3

Friday

Sankashti Chaturthi

July 10

Friday

Yogini Ekadashi

July 12

Sunday

Masik Shivratri, Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

July 14

Tuesday

Ashadha Amavasya

July 16

Thursday

Jagannath Rath Yatra, Karka Sankranti 

July 25

Saturday

Devshayani Ekadashi, Ashadhi Ekadashi

July 26

Sunday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

July 29

Wednesday

Guru Purnima, Ashadha Purnima Vrat

2026 Hindu Calendar: August

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

August 2

Sunday

Sankashti Chaturthi

August 9

Sunday

Kamika Ekadashi

August 10

Monday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

August 11

Tuesday

Masik Shivratri

August 12

Wednesday

Shravan Amavasya

August 15

Saturday

Hariyali Teej

August 17

Monday

Nag Panchami, Simha Sankranti

August 23

Sunday

Shravan Putrada Ekadashi

August 25

Tuesday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

August 26

Wednesday

Onam / Thiruvonam

August 28

Friday

Raksha Bandhan, Shravan Purnima Vrat

August 31

Monday

Sankashti Chaturthi, Kajari Teej

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September

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

September 4

Friday

Janmashtami (Krishna Janmashtami)

September 7

Monday

Aja Ekadashi

September 8

Tuesday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

September 9

Wednesday

Masik Shivratri

September 11

Friday

Bhadrapada Amavasya

September 14

Monday

Ganesh Chaturthi, Hartalika Teej

September 17

Thursday

Kanya Sankranti

September 22

Tuesday

Parivartini Ekadashi

September 24

Thursday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

September 25

Friday

Anant Chaturdashi

September 26

Saturday

Bhadrapada Purnima Vrat

September 29

Tuesday

Sankashti Chaturthi

2026 Hindu Calendar: October

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

October 6

Tuesday

Indira Ekadashi

October 8

Thursday

Masik Shivratri, Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

October 10

Saturday

Ashwin Amavasya

October 11

Sunday

Sharad Navratri begins, Ghatasthapana

October 16

Friday

Kalparambha 

October 17

Saturday

Navpatrika Puja, Tula Sankrant

October 19

Monday

Durga Maha Navami Puja, Durga Maha Ashtami Puja

October 20

Tuesday

Dussehra (Vijayadashami), Sharad Navratri Parana

October 21

Wednesday

Durga Visarjan

October 22

Thursday

Papankusha Ekadashi

October 23

Friday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

October 26

Monday

Ashwin Purnima Vrat

October 29

Thursday

Sankashti Chaturthi, Karwa Chauth

November

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

November 5

Thursday

Rama Ekadashi

November 6

Friday

Dhanteras, Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

November 7

Saturday

Masik Shivratri

November 8

Sunday

Diwali, Narak Chaturdashi

November 9

Monday

Kartik Amavasya

November 10

Tuesday

Govardhan Puja

November 11

Wednesday

Bhai Dooj

November 15

Sunday

Chhath Puja

November 16

Monday

Vrishchik Sankranti 

November 20

Friday

Devuthani Ekadashi 

November 22

Sunday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

November 24

Tuesday

Kartik Purnima Vrat

November 27

Friday

Sankashti Chaturthi

December

Date

Day

Festival / Fast

December 4

Friday

Utpanna Ekadashi

December 6

Sunday

Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha)

December 7

Monday

Masik Shivratri

December 8

Tuesday

Margashirsha Amavasya

December 16

Wednesday

Dhanu Sankranti 

December 20

Sunday

Mokshada Ekadashi

December 21

Monday

Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha)

December 23

Wednesday

Margashirsha Purnima Vrat

December 26

Saturday

Sankashti Chaturthi

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Importance of the Hindu Calendar

The Hindu calendar, also known as the Panchang, is an extremely important part of Indian culture and religion. It is not only used to determine the dates of festivals and fasts, but also holds a special place in auspicious occasions such as weddings, housewarmings, naming ceremonies, mundan, and yajnas. Through the Hindu calendar, the dates of all major fasts, festivals, and religious observances throughout the year are determined, enabling devotees to prepare in advance for religious rituals.

Before undertaking any auspicious activity, it is considered essential to consult the shubh muhurat (auspicious time), which the Hindu calendar helps identify accurately. Since this calendar is based on the movements of the moon and the sun, it provides precise information on tithis and muhurats.

The Hindu calendar is rooted in Hindu traditions and in the calculations devised by ancient sages and rishis. For thousands of years, it has guided the Indian way of life. Even in a country as diverse as India, the Hindu calendar plays a vital role in maintaining religious and cultural unity. Whether in North India or South India, the roots of festivals and rituals are deeply connected to this traditional Panchang.

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Important Aspects Of 2026 Hindu Calendar

The Hindu calendar is not just a record of dates—it is a beautiful integration of science, astronomy, religion, and tradition. Here are some important aspects related to the Hindu calendar:

  • The Hindu calendar is primarily based on the movement of the Moon, although some calculations are also made with reference to the position of the Sun. This is why it is known as a lunar-solar calendar.
  • It is rooted in astronomy, with dates determined according to the positions of planets, constellations (nakshatras), the Sun, and the Moon.
  • The Hindu calendar is called Panchang because it is made up of five elements: Tithi, Vaar, Nakshatra, Yoga, Karana (half of a tithi).
  • Every two and a half to three years, an extra month is added to align the lunar calendar with the solar year. This is called Adhik Maas or Malamas. While no auspicious ceremonies like weddings are performed during this month, it is considered highly meritorious from a religious perspective.

Features of the Hindu Calendar

  • We are all well aware that the Hindu Panchang (calendar) divides the week into seven days, starting from Sunday and ending on Saturday. Each day is especially associated with a specific planet and deity, which enhances the spiritual and astrological significance of that day.
  • The 2026 Hindu calendar also reflects an important aspect of the Hindu tradition—the recognition of 27 Nakshatras, which are clusters of stars in the sky. These Nakshatras work in coordination with the 12 zodiac signs, and based on this alignment, the dates for various religious rituals and festivals are determined.
  • Additionally, the Panchang includes calculations of Yoga and solar-lunar days, which are considered either auspicious or inauspicious for carrying out tasks. Half of a Yoga is called a Karan, which plays a crucial role in determining auspicious timings (muhurat) and the proper schedule for worship and rituals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  1. What are the 12 months of the Hindi calendar?
    The 12 months of the Hindi (Hindu) calendar are: Chaitra, Vaishakh, Jyeshtha, Ashadha, Shravan, Bhadrapada, Ashwin, Kartik, Margashirsha, Pausha, Magha, Phalguna.
  2. What is a Tithi in the Panchang?
    Tithi is one of the most important elements of the Panchang. It represents a lunar day and is defined as the time taken for the longitudinal angle between the Moon and the Sun to increase by 12 degrees.
  3. How many days are there in a year in the Hindu calendar?
    Primarily, the solar year (Saur Maas) consists of 365 days.
  1. What are the 12 months of the Hindi calendar?
    The 12 months of the Hindi (Hindu) calendar are: Chaitra, Vaishakh, Jyeshtha, Ashadha, Shravan, Bhadrapada, Ashwin, Kartik, Margashirsha, Pausha, Magha, Phalguna.
  2. What is a Tithi in the Panchang?
    Tithi is one of the most important elements of the Panchang. It represents a lunar day and is defined as the time taken for the longitudinal angle between the Moon and the Sun to increase by 12 degrees.
  3. How many days are there in a year in the Hindu calendar?
    Primarily, the solar year (Saur Maas) consists of 365 days.
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