Marathi Festivals 2026 Calendar (Shaka Samvat 1947–1948) – Complete Month-Wise List, Dates, Significance & Muhurat Guide
Explore the full Marathi Festival 2026 Calendar with month-wise dates, Tithi, Ekadashi, Sankashti, Sankranti, Gudi Padwa, Ganesh Chaturthi & Diwali. Accurate Maharashtra Panchang guide for vrat, puja and muhurat planning.
Last Updated: February 2026
Location Reference: Maharashtra, India (Marathi Panchang based calculations)
Marathi festivals are calculated using Hindu Lunar Calendar (Tithi + Nakshatra + Solar Sankranti transitions). Because of Moon phases, festival dates differ every year and sometimes vary slightly by location.
This detailed Marathi Festival Calendar 2026 provides:
- Complete month-wise list (January–December 2026)
- Ekadashi, Sankashti, Sankranti and Purnima importance
- Major fasting days & auspicious muhurat festivals
- Solar and Lunar eclipses (Grahan)
- Perfect reference for pooja planning, vrat, griha pravesh and rituals
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Marathi Festivals 2026 – Complete Month-Wise Calendar with Tithi, Details & Religious Significance
Shaka Samvat 1947–1948 | Maharashtra Panchang Based
This is a fully detailed Marathi Festival Calendar 2026 including Tithi, lunar phase, Sankranti transitions, vrat importance and ritual meaning.
Prepared specially for Maharashtra devotees to plan:
- Vrat & Upvas
- Pooja booking
- Griha Pravesh & Muhurat
- Sanskar ceremonies
- Temple visits
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January 2026 Festivals (Pausha – Magha)
| Date | Festival | Tithi | Religious Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Jan | Shakambhari Purnima | Pausha Shukla Purnima | Worship of Goddess Durga for food prosperity |
| 6 Jan | Lambodara Sankashti | Krishna Chaturthi | Remove obstacles, Ganesha vrat |
| 14 Jan | Makara Sankranti | Sun enters Capricorn | Charity, sesame rituals, new harvest |
| 14 Jan | Shattila Ekadashi | Krishna Ekadashi | Removes poverty & sins |
| 22 Jan | Ganesha Jayanti | Magha Shukla Chaturthi | Birth of Ganapati (Maghi Ganeshotsav) |
| 23 Jan | Vasant Panchami | Shukla Panchami | Saraswati worship, education start |
| 25 Jan | Ratha Saptami | Shukla Saptami | Surya Jayanti, health rituals |
| 26 Jan | Bhishma Ashtami | Shukla Ashtami | Pitru moksha rituals |
| 29 Jan | Jaya Ekadashi | Shukla Ekadashi | Freedom from ghostly sufferings |
February 2026 Festivals (Magha)
| Date | Festival | Tithi | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Feb | Dwijapriya Sankashti | Krishna Chaturthi | Ganesha crisis removal fast |
| 8 Feb | Bhanu Saptami | Krishna Saptami | Sun healing rituals |
| 13 Feb | Kumbha Sankranti | Sun Aquarius transit | Donation & snan |
| 13 Feb | Vijaya Ekadashi | Krishna Ekadashi | Victory & success |
| 15 Feb | Maha Shivaratri | Krishna Chaturdashi | Moksha night of Shiva |
| 17 Feb | Solar Eclipse | Amavasya | Avoid auspicious works |
| 27 Feb | Amalaki Ekadashi | Phalguna Shukla Ekadashi | Vishnu & Amla worship |
March 2026 Festivals (Phalguna – Chaitra)
| Date | Festival | Tithi | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Mar | Holi / Holika Dahan | Purnima | Victory of good over evil |
| 3 Mar | Lunar Eclipse | Purnima | Mantra chanting day |
| 4 Mar | Dhulivandan | Krishna Pratipada | Festival of colors |
| 6 Mar | Sankashti | Krishna Chaturthi | Ganesh vrat |
| 8 Mar | Rang Panchami | Krishna Panchami | Color celebration |
| 15 Mar | Meena Sankranti | Sun Pisces transit | Spiritual purification |
| 19 Mar | Gudi Padwa | Chaitra Shukla Pratipada | Marathi New Year |
| 19 Mar | Chaitra Navratri Begins | Pratipada | Devi worship |
| 21 Mar | Gauri Tritiya | Tritiya | Marriage prosperity |
| 26 Mar | Ram Navami | Navami | Birth of Lord Rama |
| 29 Mar | Kamada Ekadashi | Ekadashi | Wish fulfillment |
April 2026 Festivals (Chaitra – Vaishakha)
| Date | Festival | Tithi | Meaning |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Apr | Hanuman Jayanti | Purnima | Strength & protection |
| 5 Apr | Sankashti | Krishna Chaturthi | Ganesh worship |
| 13 Apr | Varuthini Ekadashi | Ekadashi | Protection from misfortune |
| 14 Apr | Mesha Sankranti | Solar New Year | Harvest & charity |
| 19 Apr | Akshaya Tritiya | Tritiya | Eternal prosperity |
| 23 Apr | Ganga Saptami | Saptami | River Ganga worship |
| 27 Apr | Mohini Ekadashi | Ekadashi | Attraction & harmony |
| 30 Apr | Narasimha Jayanti | Chaturdashi | Protection from evil |
May 2026 Festivals (Vaishakha – Jyeshtha)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 1 May | Buddha Purnima | Purnima |
| 5 May | Sankashti | Krishna Chaturthi |
| 13 May | Apara Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 15 May | Vrishabha Sankranti | Solar transit |
| 16 May | Shani Jayanti | Amavasya |
| 25 May | Ganga Dussehra | Dashami |
| 27 May | Padmini Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
June 2026 Festivals (Adhik Jyeshtha)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Jun | Sankashti | Krishna Chaturthi |
| 11 Jun | Parama Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 15 Jun | Mithuna Sankranti | Solar transit |
| 25 Jun | Nirjala Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 29 Jun | Vat Purnima | Purnima |
July 2026 Festivals (Ashadha)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 3 Jul | Sankashti | Krishna Chaturthi |
| 10 Jul | Yogini Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 16 Jul | Karka Sankranti | Solar transit |
| 25 Jul | Devshayani Ekadashi | Ekadashi (Chaturmas begins) |
| 29 Jul | Guru Purnima | Purnima |
August 2026 Festivals (Shravana)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 9 Aug | Kamika Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 12 Aug | Solar Eclipse | Amavasya |
| 17 Aug | Nag Panchami | Panchami |
| 23 Aug | Putrada Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 28 Aug | Raksha Bandhan / Narali Purnima | Purnima |
| 28 Aug | Lunar Eclipse | Purnima |
September 2026 Festivals (Bhadrapada)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 4 Sep | Krishna Janmashtami | Ashtami |
| 11 Sep | Pola | Amavasya |
| 14 Sep | Ganesh Chaturthi | Chaturthi |
| 17 Sep | Gauri Avahan | Tritiya |
| 19 Sep | Gauri Visarjan | Panchami |
| 25 Sep | Anant Chaturdashi | Chaturdashi |
October 2026 Festivals (Ashwin)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 11 Oct | Navratri Begins | Pratipada |
| 19 Oct | Durga Ashtami | Ashtami |
| 20 Oct | Dussehra | Dashami |
| 25 Oct | Kojagari Purnima | Purnima |
November 2026 Festivals (Kartik)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Nov | Vasu Baras | Dwadashi |
| 6 Nov | Dhanteras | Trayodashi |
| 8 Nov | Diwali / Lakshmi Pujan | Amavasya |
| 10 Nov | Bali Pratipada | Pratipada |
| 11 Nov | Bhau Beej | Dwitiya |
| 20 Nov | Devutthana Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 24 Nov | Kartik Purnima | Purnima |
December 2026 Festivals (Margashirsha)
| Date | Festival | Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Dec | Kalabhairav Jayanti | Ashtami |
| 4 Dec | Utpanna Ekadashi | Ekadashi |
| 15 Dec | Champa Shashthi | Shashthi |
| 20 Dec | Mokshada Ekadashi / Gita Jayanti | Ekadashi |
| 23 Dec | Dattatreya Jayanti | Purnima |
| 26 Dec | Sankashti | Chaturthi |
Important 2026 Auspicious Highlights
- Gudi Padwa – 19 March 2026
- Akshaya Tritiya – 19 April 2026
- Ganesh Chaturthi – 14 September 2026
- Diwali – 8 November 2026
Major Marathi festivals in 2026 include Gudi Padwa (19 March), Akshaya Tritiya (19 April), Ganesh Chaturthi (14 September), and Diwali (8 November). The year belongs to Shaka Samvat 1947–1948 based on the Hindu lunar calendar.
Major Festivals Quick Answer (Featured Snippet Ready)
- Gudi Padwa 2026: 19 March 2026
- Ganesh Chaturthi 2026: 14 September 2026
- Diwali 2026: 8 November 2026
- Maha Shivratri 2026: 15 February 2026
Important Astronomical Events 2026
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Solar Eclipse | Feb 17 |
| Lunar Eclipse | Mar 3 |
| Solar Eclipse | Aug 12 |
| Lunar Eclipse | Aug 28 |
Why Marathi Festival Dates Change Every Year
Marathi Panchang follows:
- Moon Tithi cycle (29.5 days)
- Nakshatra movement
- Sun zodiac transition (Sankranti)
Because lunar year = 354 days, while solar year = 365 days, festival dates shift annually.
Learn Panchang calculation theory: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hindu_calendar
How to Use This Calendar (Practical Guide)
Use this list for:
- Vrat fasting planning
- Wedding muhurat avoidance
- Griha Pravesh date selection
- Satyanarayan Puja
- Rudrabhishek & Navgraha Shanti
Book verified Vedic pandits here:
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Marathi New Year (Gudi Padwa) in 2026 falls on 19 March 2026, Thursday.
Diwali in 2026 is on 8 November 2026, Sunday.
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 is on 14 September 2026, Monday.
FAQ – Marathi Festivals 2026
What is the date of Gudi Padwa in 2026?
Gudi Padwa in 2026 falls on 19 March 2026, Thursday and marks the beginning of Shalivahan Shaka Samvat 1948, the Marathi New Year.
When is Ganesh Chaturthi in 2026 in Maharashtra?
Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on 14 September 2026, Monday. It begins the 10-day Ganeshotsav festival ending on Anant Chaturdashi (25 September 2026).
What is the Diwali date in 2026?
Diwali (Lakshmi Pujan) in 2026 falls on 8 November 2026, Sunday, observed on Kartik Amavasya.
Why do Marathi festival dates change every year?
Marathi festivals follow the Hindu lunar calendar (Tithi-based), not the Gregorian calendar.
Since the Moon cycle is 354 days and the solar year is 365 days, festival dates shift annually.
Which is the most auspicious day in 2026 for buying gold or property?
Akshaya Tritiya – 19 April 2026 is considered the most auspicious day for wealth, investments, property purchase and starting new ventures.
When does Chaturmas start and end in 2026?
- Start: 25 July 2026 – Devshayani Ekadashi
- End: 20 November 2026 – Devutthana Ekadashi
During this period marriages and housewarming ceremonies are avoided.
What is the most important festival in Maharashtra?
Ganesh Chaturthi is the biggest festival in Maharashtra, followed by Gudi Padwa and Diwali.
Are eclipses (Grahan) inauspicious for rituals?
Yes. During Solar and Lunar eclipses:
- Avoid cooking and eating
- Avoid auspicious ceremonies
- Perform mantra chanting and meditation instead
Which Ekadashi is most powerful in 2026?
Nirjala Ekadashi (25 June 2026) is considered the most powerful and equivalent to observing all Ekadashi fasts of the year.
Is Griha Pravesh allowed on Sankranti days?
Generally avoided. Sankranti days are meant for daan, snan and spiritual purification, not new beginnings.
Where to book verified Pandit for Marathi festivals and puja?
You can book experienced Vedic pandits, muhurat consultation and all rituals online at
https://www.panditjionway.com/
Which is the best month for marriage in 2026 according to Marathi Panchang?
The most auspicious marriage months in 2026 are April, May and early June before Chaturmas begins on 25 July 2026. After that marriages resume after Devutthana Ekadashi in November.
What is the significance of Sankashti Chaturthi in Marathi tradition?
Sankashti Chaturthi is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and is observed every month to remove obstacles, financial problems and delays in life. Fasting is broken after moonrise (Chandrodaya Darshan).
Which festivals are unique to Maharashtra culture?
Key Maharashtra-specific festivals include:
- Gudi Padwa (Marathi New Year)
- Ganesh Chaturthi (Sarvajanik Ganeshotsav)
- Pola (festival of farmers & bulls)
- Narali Purnima (fishermen community festival)
What is the importance of Ekadashi fasting in the Marathi calendar?
Ekadashi fasting is believed to purify body and mind, improve discipline and grant spiritual growth. Devotees avoid grains and consume sattvik food dedicated to Lord Vishnu.
How are Marathi festival dates calculated?
Festival dates are determined using three astronomical factors:
- Moon Tithi (lunar day)
- Nakshatra (constellation)
- Surya Sankranti (solar zodiac transition)
Because of lunar calculations, dates vary every year in the English calendar.
Conclusion
This Marathi Festivals 2026 Calendar is a complete yearly religious planning guide covering:
- All major festivals
- Fast days
- Grahan
- Muhurat considerations
For accurate city-based muhurat and pandit booking services visit:
https://www.panditjionway.com/
