Hindu Calendar - 2026 (Drik Panchang)
Month-wise Chaturthi, Amavasya, Purnima & Major Hindu Festivals
The Hindu Calendar 2026 presented here follows the Drik Panchang tradition, which is based on precise astronomical calculations of the Sun and Moon. This calendar lists widely observed Panchang dates and major Hindu festivals in a month-wise format, making it suitable for religious observance, cultural planning, and general reference.
This page focuses on calendar dates of important observances such as Chaturthi, Amavasya, Purnima, and major Hindu festivals and Utsav.
Exact Tithi start and end timings vary by location and should be verified using a location-specific Daily Panchang.
Important Dates of the 2026
How to Use This Hindu Calendar 2026
- Dates are listed month-wise (January–December 2026)
- Includes alternate regional names where commonly used
- Regional observances are clearly indicated
- No timings are mentioned to avoid location-based discrepancies
January 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 3 | Pausha Purnima (Vrat) | Shukla Purnima |
| Jan 14 | Makar Sankranti | Also known as Uttarayan, Pongal, Magh Bihu |
| Jan 18 | Magha Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| Jan 22 | Ganesha Jayanti / Gauriganesha Chaturthi | Magha, Shukla Chaturthi |
February 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 1 | Magha Purnima (Vrat) | Shukla Purnima |
| Feb 15 | Maha Shivratri | Principal Shaiva observance |
| Feb 17 | Phalguna Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| Feb 21 | Dhundhiraja Chaturthi | Phalguna, Shukla Chaturthi |
March 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mar 2 | Holi | Festival of colors |
| Mar 3 | Dhulivandan | Also called Rang Panchami / Dhulendi |
| Mar 3 | Phalguna Purnima (Vrat) | Shukla Purnima |
| Mar 18 | Darsha Amavasya | Chaitra, Krishna Paksha |
| Mar 19 | Chaitra Amavasya | Krishna Amavasya |
| Mar 19 | Gudi Padwa | Also known as Ugadi, Yugadi, Cheti Chand |
| Mar 22 | Vasudeva Chaturthi | Chaitra, Shukla Chaturthi |
| Mar 26 | Shree Ram Navami | Birth of Lord Rama |
| Mar 31 | Bhagwan Mahavir Jayanti | Jain festival |
April 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 1 | Chaitra Purnima (Vrat) | Shukla Purnima |
| Apr 2 | Chaitra Purnima | — |
| Apr 2 | Shree Hanuman Jayanti | Dates vary regionally |
| Apr 17 | Vaishakha Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| Apr 19 | Akshaya Tritiya | Highly auspicious day |
| Apr 20 | Sankarshana Chaturthi | Vaishakha, Shukla Chaturthi |
May 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| May 1 | Vaishakha Purnima / Buddha Purnima | Also called Vesak |
| May 16 | Jyeshtha Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| May 20 | Varada Chaturthi | Jyeshtha, Shukla Chaturthi |
| May 30 | Adhika Purnima (Vrat) | Adhika Jyeshtha |
| May 31 | Jyeshtha Adhika Purnima | — |
June 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 14 | Adhika Darsha Amavasya | Adhika Jyeshtha |
| Jun 15 | Jyeshtha Adhika Amavasya | — |
| Jun 18 | Pradyumna Chaturthi | Shukla Chaturthi |
| Jun 29 | Jyeshtha Purnima (Vrat) | Vat Purnima (Maharashtra) |
July 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jul 14 | Ashadha Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| Jul 17 | Aniruddha Chaturthi | Ashadha, Shukla |
| Jul 25 | Ashadhi Ekadashi | Devshayani Ekadashi (MH: Pandharpur Wari) |
| Jul 29 | Ashadha Purnima / Guru Purnima | Also Vyasa Purnima |
August 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Aug 12 | Shravana Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| Aug 14 | Pateti | Parsi New Year Eve |
| Aug 16 | Durva Ganapati Chaturthi | Shravana, Shukla |
| Aug 17 | Nag Panchami | Also Nagula Chavithi |
| Aug 26 | Narali Purnima | Coastal Maharashtra |
| Aug 27 | Shravana Purnima (Vrat) | — |
| Aug 28 | Shravana Purnima / Raksha Bandhan | Rakhi Purnima |
September 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 4 | Shree Krishna Janmashtami | Also Gokulashtami, Dahi Handi |
| Sep 10 | Darsha Amavasya / Pola | Maharashtra agrarian festival |
| Sep 11 | Bhadrapada Amavasya | — |
| Sep 14 | Ganesh Chaturthi | Also Siddhivinayaka Chaturthi |
| Sep 15 | Rushi (Hrushi) Panchami | — |
| Sep 25 | Anant Chaturdashi | Ganesh Visarjan |
| Sep 26 | Bhadrapada Purnima (Vrat) | — |
October 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 10 | Ashwina Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| Oct 11 | Ghatasthapana | Navratri begins |
| Oct 14 | Kapardisha Chaturthi | Ashwina, Shukla |
| Oct 20 | Dussehra | Vijayadashami |
| Oct 25 | Kojagiri Purnima (Vrat) | Sharad Purnima |
| Oct 26 | Ashwina Purnima | — |
November 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Nov 6 | Dhanteras | Dhantrayodashi |
| Nov 8 | Narak Chaturdashi / Lakshmi Pujan | Choti Diwali |
| Nov 9 | Kartika Amavasya | — |
| Nov 10 | Diwali Padwa | Balipratipada |
| Nov 11 | Bhai Dooj | Yama Dwitiya |
| Nov 13 | Labh Chaturthi | Kartika, Shukla |
| Nov 24 | Kartika Purnima / Guru Nanak Jayanti | Gurpurab |
December 2026
| Date | Observance | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dec 8 | Margashirsha Amavasya | Darsha Amavasya |
| Dec 13 | Krichchhra Chaturthi | Margashirsha, Shukla |
| Dec 23 | Margashirsha Purnima / Datta Jayanti | Dattatreya Jayanti |
Important Note on Regional Names & Timings
Many Hindu festivals are known by different names across regions—for example, Gudi Padwa in Maharashtra is Ugadi in southern India, while Purnima festivals often carry local traditions.
While dates are consistent, exact Panchang timings depend on geographic location.
For accurate city-specific Panchang details, users should consult a Daily Panchang calculator.
Conclusion
This Hindu Calendar 2026 serves as a reliable, structured annual reference, grounded in the Drik Panchang system and respectful of India’s regional diversity. It is intended for clarity, correctness, and year-round use.
