| Date | Day | Festival / Vrat | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 October 2026 | Thursday | Sharad Navratri Begins | Start of the nine-day festival dedicated to Goddess Durga. |
| 2 October 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, celebrated as a national holiday. |
| 3 October 2026 | Saturday | Chandra Darshan | First sighting of the moon after Amavasya. |
| 4 October 2026 | Sunday | Durga Ashtami | Eighth day of Navratri; special worship of Goddess Mahagauri. |
| 5 October 2026 | Monday | Maha Navami | Ninth day of Navratri; Goddess Siddhidatri is worshipped. |
| 6 October 2026 | Tuesday | Dussehra / Vijayadashami | Marks the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana, symbolizing triumph of good over evil. |
| 10 October 2026 | Saturday | Papankusha Ekadashi | Observed for attaining liberation from sins and divine blessings. |
| 11 October 2026 | Sunday | Pradosh Vrat | Dedicated to Lord Shiva; observed during the evening twilight. |
| 13 October 2026 | Tuesday | Sharad Purnima | Known as Kojagari Purnima; night of divine moonlight and Goddess Lakshmi worship. |
| 14 October 2026 | Wednesday | Ashwina Purnima | Associated with spiritual significance and charity. |
| 15 October 2026 | Thursday | Karwa Chauth | Married women observe fasting for the long life of their husbands. |
| 17 October 2026 | Saturday | Ahoi Ashtami | Mothers observe fast for the well-being of their children. |
| 25 October 2026 | Sunday | Rama Ekadashi | Dedicated to Lord Vishnu, observed for peace and prosperity. |
| 26 October 2026 | Monday | Dhanteras | First day of Diwali festival; people buy gold, silver, and new utensils. |
| 27 October 2026 | Tuesday | Naraka Chaturdashi | Also known as Choti Diwali; celebrates the defeat of demon Narakasura by Lord Krishna. |
| 28 October 2026 | Wednesday | Lakshmi Puja / Diwali | Festival of Lights; Goddess Lakshmi, Lord Ganesha, and Lord Kubera are worshipped. |
| 29 October 2026 | Thursday | Govardhan Puja | Marks Lord Krishna’s lifting of Govardhan Hill to protect villagers. |
| 30 October 2026 | Friday | Bhai Dooj | Celebrates the bond between brothers and sisters. |
| 31 October 2026 | Saturday | Vishwakarma Puja (Regional) | Worship of Lord Vishwakarma, the divine engineer. |
🙏 FAQ – October 2026 Hindu Festivals and Vrats
Q1. When does Navratri start in 2026?
Navratri starts on 1 October 2026 (Thursday) and ends with Dussehra on 6 October 2026.
Q2. What is the date of Diwali in 2026?
Diwali (Lakshmi Puja) falls on 28 October 2026 (Wednesday).
Q3. When is Karwa Chauth in 2026?
Karwa Chauth will be observed on 15 October 2026 (Thursday).
Q4. What are the main Diwali dates in October 2026?
Dhanteras (26 Oct), Choti Diwali (27 Oct), Diwali (28 Oct), Govardhan Puja (29 Oct), and Bhai Dooj (30 Oct).
Q5. When is Sharad Purnima in 2026?
Sharad Purnima will be celebrated on 13 October 2026 (Tuesday).
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