October 2026 has 10 Hindu festivals and vrats, including Sharad Navratri Begins (11 Oct), Dussehra (20 Oct), Maha Navami (20 Oct), Sharad Purnima (26 Oct) and Karwa Chauth (29 Oct). Here is the complete list with dates, days and puja guides.
Comprehensive guide to Gandhi Jayanti, its significance, rituals, and traditions
Hindu Panchang for Friday, 2 October 2026, Saptami, Mrigashira, Ashwina, VS 2083. Includes Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, and Abhijit Muhurat timings.
Discover the significance, rituals, and traditions of Indira Ekadashi, a sacred Hindu festival.
Hindu Panchang for Tuesday, 6 October 2026, Ekadashi, Ashlesha, Ashwina, VS 2083. Includes Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, and Abhijit Muhurat timings.
Learn about Sarva Pitru Amavasya, its significance, rituals, and traditions to honor ancestors.
Hindu Panchang for Saturday, 10 October 2026, Amavasya, Hasta, Ashwina, VS 2083. Includes Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, and Abhijit Muhurat timings.
Explore the profound spiritual depth, significance, and ritualistic methods of chanting Lalitha Sahasranamam, the sacred hymn of Goddess Lalitha Tripurasundari.
Master the sacred Sri Chakra Puja Vidhi. Learn the significance, ritual steps, required samagri, and mantras for worshiping the divine geometry of Tripura Sundari.
Explore the profound wisdom of the Kalika Purana, a sacred text dedicated to Goddess Kali, detailing her myths, tantric traditions, and spiritual significance.
A comprehensive guide to Saraswati Puja, including significance, rituals, and traditions.
Learn the lyrics and importance of Saraswati Aarti, a Hindu devotional hymn dedicated to Goddess Saraswati
Explore the profound life of Gargi Vachaknavi, the legendary female philosopher of the Upanishads who challenged the greatest sages in Vedic debates.
Celebrate Dussehra with rituals and traditions
A comprehensive guide to Dasara (Vijayadashami), exploring its spiritual significance, regional traditions, puja vidhi, and the victory of Dharma.
Hindu Panchang for Tuesday, 20 October 2026, Navami, Shravana, Kartika, VS 2083. Includes Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, and Abhijit Muhurat timings.
Maha Navami: Celebrate the ninth day of Navratri with rituals, traditions, and spiritual practices.
Hindu Panchang for Tuesday, 20 October 2026, Navami, Shravana, Kartika, VS 2083. Includes Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, and Abhijit Muhurat timings.
Papankusha Ekadashi significance, rituals, and traditions explained
Observe Papankusha Ekadashi Vrat for spiritual growth and forgiveness of sins.
Hindu Panchang for Thursday, 22 October 2026, Ekadashi, Shatabhisha, Kartika, VS 2083. Includes Rahu Kaal, Choghadiya, and Abhijit Muhurat timings.
Discover the significance and rituals of Sharad Purnima, a harvest festival
Celebrate Sharad Purnima with Kojagari Lakshmi Puja and traditional kheer
Discover the sacred significance of Pearl (Moti), the gemstone of Chandra Deva. Learn about its Jyotish benefits, consecration vidhi, mantras, and care rules.
A comprehensive guide to Karwa Chauth Puja Samagri, including essential ritual items, step-by-step vidhi, mantras, and spiritual significance for the fast.
Complete guide to Karwa Chauth: auspicious date, rituals, Sargi, Vrat Katha, Moon worship vidhi, and spiritual significance of this sacred Hindu fast.
Ahoi Ji Ki Aarti is a Hindu devotional song dedicated to Goddess Ahoi, performed during Karwa Chauth
October 2026 has 10 Hindu festivals and vrats: Gandhi Jayanti (2 Oct), Indira Ekadashi (6 Oct), Sarva Pitru Amavasya (10 Oct), Sharad Navratri Begins (11 Oct), Saraswati Puja (17 Oct), Dussehra (20 Oct), Maha Navami (20 Oct), Papankusha Ekadashi (22 Oct), Sharad Purnima (26 Oct), Karwa Chauth (29 Oct).
The major festivals in October 2026 are Sharad Navratri Begins on Sunday, 11 October 2026; Dussehra on Tuesday, 20 October 2026; Maha Navami on Tuesday, 20 October 2026; Sharad Purnima on Monday, 26 October 2026; Karwa Chauth on Thursday, 29 October 2026.
There are 2 Ekadashis in October 2026: Indira Ekadashi on Tuesday, 6 October 2026 and Papankusha Ekadashi on Thursday, 22 October 2026.
Purnima in October 2026 is Sharad Purnima on Monday, 26 October 2026.
Amavasya in October 2026 is Sarva Pitru Amavasya on Saturday, 10 October 2026.
Most festivals follow the Hindu lunar calendar (panchang), so the date depends on when the tithi prevails at sunrise or at the time of the main ritual. These dates are computed for a central Indian reference location; some festivals can be observed a day earlier or later depending on your city and family tradition. Check the panchang for your city to confirm.
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