The Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 October month is one of the most sacred and festive periods in the Hindu calendar. October 2026 is marked by the beginning of Sharad Navratri, powerful Devi worship, Vijayadashami, and important Ekadashi and Sankashti vrats. This month represents the victory of good over evil and is observed with devotion, fasting, and grand celebrations across India.
Below is the complete and accurate October 2026 festival and vrat details as per the Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar.
October 2026 Hindu Month Overview
October 2026 begins with Bhadrapada Krishna Paksha and transitions into Ashwina Shukla Paksha. The most important highlight of this month is Sharad Navratri, dedicated to Goddess Durga, followed by Vijayadashami and Kojagari Purnima. The Sun also transits into Tula Rashi during this month, making it spiritually significant.
Important Vrat and Festivals in October 2026
Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 October – Festivals and Vrat Table
| Date | Day | Festival / Vrat | Tithi |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 October 2026 | Tuesday | Indira Ekadashi | Bhadrapada Krishna Ekadashi |
| 11 October 2026 | Sunday | Navratri Begins, Ghatasthapana | Ashwina Shukla Pratipada |
| 16 October 2026 | Friday | Saraswati Avahan | Ashwina Shukla Panchami |
| 17 October 2026 | Saturday | Saraswati Puja, Tula Sankranti | Ashwina Shukla Shashthi |
| 19 October 2026 | Monday | Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami | Ashwina Shukla Ashtami / Navami |
| 20 October 2026 | Tuesday | Vijayadashami (Dasara) | Ashwina Shukla Dashami |
| 22 October 2026 | Thursday | Papankusha Ekadashi | Ashwina Shukla Ekadashi |
| 25 October 2026 | Sunday | Kojagari Purnima | Ashwina Shukla Purnima |
| 29 October 2026 | Thursday | Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi | Ashwina Krishna Chaturthi |
October 2026 Panchang – Tithi, Nakshatra & Sunrise
| Date | Tithi / Nakshatra | Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| 1 Oct 2026 | Panchami (Krishna) / Magha | 06:27 AM |
| 2 Oct 2026 | Shashthi (Krishna) / Purva Phalguni | 06:28 AM |
| 3 Oct 2026 | Saptami (Krishna) / Uttara Phalguni | 06:29 AM |
| 4 Oct 2026 | Ashtami (Krishna) / Hasta | 06:30 AM |
| 5 Oct 2026 | Navami (Krishna) / Chitra | 06:31 AM |
| 6 Oct 2026 | Dashami (Krishna) / Swati | 06:32 AM |
| 7 Oct 2026 | Ekadashi (Krishna) / Vishakha | 06:33 AM |
| 8 Oct 2026 | Dwadashi (Krishna) / Anuradha | 06:34 AM |
| 9 Oct 2026 | Amavasya / Jyeshtha | 06:35 AM |
| 10 Oct 2026 | Dwitiya (Shukla) / Moola | 06:36 AM |
| 11 Oct 2026 | Tritiya (Shukla) / Purva Ashadha | 06:37 AM |
| 12 Oct 2026 | Chaturthi (Shukla) / Uttara Ashadha | 06:38 AM |
| 13 Oct 2026 | Panchami (Shukla) / Shravana | 06:39 AM |
| 14 Oct 2026 | Purnima / Dhanishta | 06:40 AM |
| 15 Oct 2026 | Pratipada (Krishna) / Shatabhisha | 06:41 AM |
| 16 Oct 2026 | Dwitiya (Krishna) / Purva Bhadrapada | 06:42 AM |
| 17 Oct 2026 | Tritiya (Krishna) / Uttara Bhadrapada | 06:43 AM |
| 18 Oct 2026 | Chaturthi (Krishna) / Revati | 06:44 AM |
| 19 Oct 2026 | Panchami (Krishna) / Ashwini | 06:45 AM |
| 20 Oct 2026 | Shashthi (Krishna) / Bharani | 06:46 AM |
| 21 Oct 2026 | Saptami (Krishna) / Krittika | 06:47 AM |
| 22 Oct 2026 | Ashtami (Krishna) / Rohini | 06:48 AM |
| 23 Oct 2026 | Navami (Krishna) / Mrigashirsha | 06:49 AM |
| 24 Oct 2026 | Dashami (Krishna) / Ardra | 06:50 AM |
| 25 Oct 2026 | Ekadashi (Krishna) / Punarvasu | 06:51 AM |
| 26 Oct 2026 | Purnima / Pushya | 06:52 AM |
| 27 Oct 2026 | Pratipada (Shukla) / Ashlesha | 06:53 AM |
| 28 Oct 2026 | Dwitiya (Shukla) / Magha | 06:54 AM |
| 29 Oct 2026 | Tritiya (Shukla) / Purva Phalguni | 06:55 AM |
| 30 Oct 2026 | Chaturthi (Shukla) / Uttara Phalguni | 06:56 AM |
| 31 Oct 2026 | Panchami (Shukla) / Hasta | 06:57 AM |
Indira Ekadashi
Indira Ekadashi is observed on October 6, 2026, during Bhadrapada Krishna Ekadashi. This Ekadashi is especially dedicated to ancestors, and devotees observe fasting and perform rituals for Pitru Shanti.
Navratri Begins and Ghatasthapana
Sharad Navratri begins on October 11, 2026, during Ashwina Shukla Pratipada. On the same day, Ghatasthapana is performed to invoke Goddess Durga. This marks the start of nine nights of Devi worship, fasting, and spiritual discipline.
Saraswati Avahan and Saraswati Puja
Saraswati Avahan is observed on October 16, 2026, during Ashwina Mula Nakshatra, followed by Saraswati Puja on October 17, 2026, during Purva Ashadha Nakshatra. These days are dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of knowledge, wisdom, and learning.
Tula Sankranti
Tula Sankranti falls on October 17, 2026, marking the Sun’s transit from Kanya to Tula Rashi. This day is considered auspicious for charity, Surya worship, and religious activities.
Durga Ashtami and Maha Navami
Durga Ashtami is observed on October 19, 2026, during Ashwina Shukla Ashtami. Maha Navami is also celebrated on the same date during Shukla Navami. These are among the most powerful days of Navratri, marked by special pujas and rituals for Goddess Durga.
Vijayadashami and Dasara
Vijayadashami, also known as Dasara, is celebrated on October 20, 2026, during Ashwina Shukla Dashami. This festival symbolizes the victory of Lord Rama over Ravana and Goddess Durga over Mahishasura. It is considered an auspicious day for new beginnings, education, and business.
Papankusha Ekadashi
Papankusha Ekadashi is observed on October 22, 2026, during Ashwina Shukla Ekadashi. Devotees fast on this day to seek forgiveness for past sins and attain spiritual growth through Lord Vishnu’s blessings.
Kojagari Purnima
Kojagari Purnima is celebrated on October 25, 2026, during Ashwina Shukla Purnima. Goddess Lakshmi is worshipped on this night for wealth, prosperity, and abundance. Many devotees stay awake throughout the night in devotion.
Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi
Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi is observed on October 29, 2026, during Ashwina Krishna Chaturthi. This vrat is dedicated to Lord Ganesha and is observed to remove obstacles and ensure success in life.
Importance of Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 October Month
The Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 October month helps devotees observe Navratri, Dussehra, Ekadashi, and Sankashti vrat with correct tithi and authentic Hindu calendar calculations. It is widely followed for planning puja, fasting, and religious events.
Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 PDF
Devotees can use the Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 PDF to access month-wise vrat, festival, and tithi details offline in a clean and printable format.
FAQ
October 2026 is marked by major Hindu festivals such as Sharadiya Navratri, Vijayadashami (Dussehra), Ekadashi, Sankashti Chaturthi, and Tula Sankranti. The Mahalaxmi Calendar provides accurate tithi-based dates for all rituals.
Sharadiya Navratri begins on Pratipada tithi of Shukla Paksha. The exact start date, Kalash Sthapana muhurat, and daily tithis are clearly mentioned in the Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 October.
Vijayadashami, also known as Dussehra, symbolizes the victory of good over evil. Devotees perform Shastra Puja and Dashami rituals on the date specified in the Mahalaxmi Calendar for proper religious observance.