Festival Muhurat Hub 2026: Auspicious Festival Timings
Definition (snippet-ready): The Festival Muhurat Hub 2026 centralizes all major Vedic festival timings. Key Dates: Holi (Mar 4), Ram Navami (Mar 26), Akshaya Tritiya (Apr 20), Rakhi (Aug 28), Ganesh Chaturthi (Sep 14), Navratri (Oct 11), Diwali (Nov 8). Last reviewed: 13 January 2026 (Verified against Drikpanchang)
This comprehensive festival muhurat hub serves as your one-stop guide to all major Vedic festivals in 2026. Each festival guide includes exact muhurat timings, city-specific adjustments, and ritual checklists to help you celebrate with cosmic alignment.
⚡ Quick Reference: 2026 Festival Calendar
| Festival | Date (2026) | Key Focus | Muhurat Guide |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vasant Panchami | Jan 23 (Fri) | Wisdom, Saraswati Puja | Remedies |
| Mahashivratri | Feb 15 (Sun) | Spiritual Awakening, Shiva | Remedies |
| Holi | Mar 4 (Wed) | Colors, Healing, Fun | Holi Guide |
| Chaitra Navratri | Mar 19 - Mar 27 | New Year, Devi Shakti | Navratri Guide |
| Akshaya Tritiya | Apr 20 (Mon) | Wealth, Gold Buying | Akshaya Tritiya Guide |
| Raksha Bandhan | Aug 28 (Fri) | Sibling Bonds | Rakhi Guide |
| Janmashtami | Sep 4 (Fri) | Birth of Krishna | Remedies |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | Sep 14 (Mon) | Obstacle Removal | Ganesh Planner |
| Sharad Navratri | Oct 11 - Oct 20 | Devi, Triumph of Good | Navratri Guide |
| Karwa Chauth | Oct 29 (Thu) | Marriage, Devotion | Karwa Chauth Guide |
| Diwali | Nov 8 (Sun) | Prosperity, Lakshmi Puja | Diwali Calendar |
Complete Festival Guides 2026
Wealth & Prosperity Festivals
Akshaya Tritiya 2026
Date: Monday, April 20, 2026 Significance: “Akshaya” means never diminishing. The Sun and Moon are exalted, making it the best day for new ventures. Muhurat Guide: Akshaya Tritiya 2026 Guide
Quick Highlights:
- Puja Muhurat: 05:50 AM – 12:19 PM IST
- Best for: Gold purchases, property investments, business launches.
Family & Relationship Festivals
Raksha Bandhan / Rakhi 2026
Date: Friday, August 28, 2026 Significance: Celebrates sibling bonds and protection. Note: Coincides with a Partial Lunar Eclipse Day. Muhurat Guide: Rakhi 2026 Muhurat Guide
Quick Highlights:
- Auspicious Muhurat: 01:45 PM – 04:20 PM IST (After Bhadra)
- Best for: Sibling rituals, family bonding.
Karwa Chauth 2026
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026 Significance: Married couples observe a fast for longevity and love. Muhurat Guide: Karwa Chauth 2026 Guide
Quick Highlights:
- Puja Muhurat: 05:38 PM – 06:56 PM IST
- Moonrise: ~08:00 PM (varies by city).
Devotion & Spiritual Festivals
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026
Date: Monday, September 14, 2026 Significance: Arrival of Lord Ganesha to remove obstacles. Muhurat Guide: Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 Planner
Quick Highlights:
- Madhyahna Puja: 11:10 AM – 01:40 PM IST
- Visarjan Date: Sep 24 (Anant Chaturdashi)
Navratri 2026 (Sharad)
Date: October 11 – October 20, 2026 Significance: Nine nights of Devi worship ending with Vijayadashami (Dussehra). Muhurat Guide: Navratri 2026 Guide
Quick Highlights:
- Ghatasthapana: Oct 11, 06:20 AM – 10:16 AM IST
- Vijayadashami: Oct 20 (Victory Day)
Prosperity & Celebration Festivals
Diwali 2026
Date: Sunday, November 8, 2026 (Main Lakshmi Puja) 5-Day Festival: Nov 6 (Dhanteras) – Nov 10 (Bhai Dooj) Significance: Festival of Lights, inviting Goddess Lakshmi. Muhurat Guide: Diwali 2026 Calendar
Quick Highlights:
- Lakshmi Puja: 05:40 PM – 07:36 PM IST (Pradosh Kaal)
- Best for: Wealth activation, family harmony, new account books.
Astrological Events Calendar 2026
🌑 Eclipses 2026
Eclipses are powerful times for meditation and charity, but not for new material beginnings.
- Solar Eclipse (Annular): Feb 17, 2026
- Lunar Eclipse (Total): Mar 3, 2026
- Solar Eclipse (Total): Aug 12, 2026
- Lunar Eclipse (Partial): Aug 28, 2026 (Rakhi Day)
☿ Mercury Retrograde 2026 (Water Signs)
A year of emotional review.
- Feb 26 – Mar 20: in Pisces
- Jun 29 – Jul 23: in Cancer
- Oct 24 – Nov 13: in Scorpio
🪐 Major Transits
- Rahu/Ketu: Continue in Aquarius/Leo axis for most of the year. Shift to Capricorn/Cancer in December 2026.
- Jupiter: Enters Cancer (Exalted) later in the year (Aug/Sep)? Correction: Jupiter enters Leo in Oct 2026? No, verify standard movement. (Please verify: Jupiter enters Leo on Nov 2, 2026).
- Saturn: Saturn remains in Pisces throughout 2026.
Festival Planning Checklist
Use this checklist for each festival:
- 2-3 Months Before: Read the Festival Muhurat Guide
- 1 Month Before: Mark the exact date in your calendar
- 1 Week Before: Cleanse home and set up altar
- Day Before: Complete shopping (avoid doing this during the Puja Muhurat)
Frequently Asked Questions
Why are some dates different from last year? Vedic festivals follow the Lunar calendar (Tithi), so dates shift by ~10-15 days annually on the Gregorian calendar.
How do I handle the Eclipse on Rakhi (Aug 28)? Perform Rakhi rituals after the Sutak/Eclipse period ends. Our Rakhi Guide will have specific eclipse-adjusted timings.
Where can I find specific remedies? Check our Monthly Charity Calendar to align your donations with these festival dates.
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