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General information to help you plan — Eshwara does not provide personalized astrology consultations.
Hindu Festival Calendar — 2026
Hindu festivals follow the lunisolar calendar, so exact dates and start times can vary slightly by region and by which Panchang (almanac) is followed. The dates below are a general month-wise guide — for exact local timings before scheduling a pooja, please cross-check with a regional Panchang source such as DrikPanchang.
| Makar Sankranti / Pongal | January 14, 2026 |
| Maha Shivaratri | February 15, 2026 |
| Holika Dahan | March 3, 2026 |
| Holi | March 4, 2026 |
| Chaitra Navratri Begins | March 19, 2026 |
| Krishna Janmashtami | September 4, 2026 |
| Ganesh Chaturthi | September 14, 2026 |
| Sharad Navratri Begins | October 11, 2026 |
| Dussehra | October 20, 2026 |
| Dhanteras | November 6, 2026 |
| Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) | November 8, 2026 |
Understanding Auspicious Days
A few recurring lunar-calendar concepts that often come up when planning a pooja:
Ekadashi
The 11th day of each lunar fortnight (occurring twice a month), widely considered auspicious for fasting and worship of Vishnu.
Purnima
The full moon day of each lunar month — associated with several major festivals and considered favorable for many poojas.
Amavasya
The new moon day — traditionally set aside for ancestor worship (Pitru Puja) and specific rituals rather than celebratory events.
Pradosham
Occurs twice a month, in the evening twilight period before the 13th lunar day — considered especially auspicious for Shiva worship.
2026 Auspicious Days Calendar
Computed from the lunar cycle for 2026 — dates are approximate (mean lunar motion, not exact regional timings) and can shift by up to a day. Please confirm the exact muhurat with a regional Panchang before scheduling a pooja.
January
February
March
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May
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July
August
September
October
November
December
Know Your Raasi
Enter your date of birth to find your Surya Raasi (solar sign) and a general theme for 2026.
Browse All 12 Rashis — 2026 Overview
Mesha (Aries)+
Bold, energetic, and quick to act — natural initiators who lead from the front.
A year that rewards decisive action — good energy for starting things you've been planning.
- Career
- Momentum builds for new projects and initiatives; early effort compounds later in the year.
- Relationships
- Directness serves you well, but patience with others pays off in close relationships.
- Wellbeing
- Channel high energy into regular physical activity to avoid restlessness.
Vrishabha (Taurus)+
Steady, patient, and grounded — values comfort, loyalty, and doing things well.
A steady, building year — consistency matters more than big leaps.
- Career
- Financial planning and long-term commitments are favored; avoid impulsive spending.
- Relationships
- Loyalty and comfort deepen existing bonds; a good year to strengthen home life.
- Wellbeing
- Grounding practices — routine, rest, and diet — pay off more than usual this year.
Mithuna (Gemini)+
Curious, expressive, and adaptable — thrives on conversation and new ideas.
A communicative, idea-rich year — good for learning, writing, and networking.
- Career
- New skills or a second stream of income are worth exploring; stay open to pivots.
- Relationships
- Conversations clear the air; a good year for reconnecting with old contacts.
- Wellbeing
- Mental restlessness needs an outlet — journaling or study channels it well.
Karka (Cancer)+
Nurturing and intuitive — deeply attached to home, family, and emotional security.
A homeward, emotionally rich year — family and roots take priority.
- Career
- Behind-the-scenes work and steady effort are more rewarding than public visibility.
- Relationships
- Family bonds strengthen; a meaningful year for home-related milestones.
- Wellbeing
- Emotional sensitivity is high — protect your peace and avoid overcommitting.
Simha (Leo)+
Confident and generous — natural presence, drawn to recognition and creative expression.
A confident, visible year — good for creative work and recognition.
- Career
- Leadership opportunities surface; visibility brings both attention and responsibility.
- Relationships
- Warmth and generosity draw people close; guard against pride in disagreements.
- Wellbeing
- Heart and vitality need attention — balance ambition with genuine rest.
Kanya (Virgo)+
Precise, analytical, and dependable — finds satisfaction in doing things carefully.
A detail-oriented, productive year — good for organizing and refining.
- Career
- Precision and reliability are noticed; a strong year for skill-building.
- Relationships
- Being of practical help strengthens bonds more than grand gestures.
- Wellbeing
- Watch for overthinking — build in deliberate downtime.
Tula (Libra)+
Diplomatic and fair-minded — seeks balance and harmony in relationships and decisions.
A relationship-focused year — partnerships, both personal and professional, take center stage.
- Career
- Collaboration and negotiation skills open doors; a good year for partnerships.
- Relationships
- A favorable year for commitments and repairing imbalances.
- Wellbeing
- Seek balance between giving to others and your own needs.
Vrishchika (Scorpio)+
Intense and resolute — drawn to depth, transformation, and getting to the truth.
A transformative year — old patterns give way to something more honest.
- Career
- Research, investigation, or deep-focus work suits this year's energy.
- Relationships
- Depth over breadth — a good year to invest in a few close bonds.
- Wellbeing
- Release what no longer serves you; avoid bottling up stress.
Dhanu (Sagittarius)+
Optimistic and freedom-loving — driven by learning, travel, and the bigger picture.
An expansive, optimistic year — good for travel, study, and broadening horizons.
- Career
- Higher education, travel, or cross-border opportunities are favorably placed.
- Relationships
- Shared beliefs and adventures bring people closer.
- Wellbeing
- Enthusiasm is high — pace yourself to avoid overextending.
Makara (Capricorn)+
Disciplined and ambitious — plays the long game and takes responsibility seriously.
A disciplined, results-oriented year — steady work is rewarded.
- Career
- A strong year for long-term goals, promotions, and structural changes.
- Relationships
- Reliability and follow-through strengthen trust.
- Wellbeing
- Don't let responsibility crowd out rest — schedule it deliberately.
Kumbha (Aquarius)+
Independent and idea-driven — comfortable going against convention for a good cause.
An independent, forward-looking year — good for new ideas and community.
- Career
- Innovation and unconventional approaches are favorably received.
- Relationships
- Friendships and group involvement bring the most joy this year.
- Wellbeing
- Balance individuality with staying connected — avoid isolating.
Meena (Pisces)+
Compassionate and imaginative — sensitive to others and drawn to the spiritual.
A reflective, intuitive year — good for creative and spiritual pursuits.
- Career
- Work that draws on empathy or imagination is favorably placed.
- Relationships
- Compassion deepens bonds; set gentle boundaries to avoid overgiving.
- Wellbeing
- Make time for quiet and reflection — it restores you more than usual this year.
Your Chandra Raasi (Moon sign) — the one most commonly used in Vedic astrology — depends on your exact birth time and place, not just your date of birth. We don’t offer personalized astrology consultations on Eshwara; for your precise Chandra Raasi, consult a family astrologer or a dedicated Jyotish service.