The Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 August month is one of the most important and festival-rich periods in the Hindu calendar. August 2026 includes major observances such as Nag Panchami, Varad Lakshmi Vrat, Raksha Bandhan, and multiple Sankashti and Ekadashi vrats. The month mainly falls under Shravana, which is considered highly sacred for devotion, fasting, and worship of Lord Shiva and Goddess Lakshmi.
This page provides complete tithi-wise vrat and festival details as per the Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 for August.
August 2026 Hindu Month Overview
August 2026 begins in Ashadha Krishna Paksha and later enters the holy Shravana month. Shravana is associated with spiritual discipline, purity, and devotion. Many important Lakshmi, Shiva, and family-oriented festivals are observed during this period. Following the Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 August month helps devotees observe rituals on correct dates.
Important Vrat and Festivals in August 2026
Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 August – Festivals & Vrat Table
| Date | Day | Festival / Vrat | Tithi |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 August 2026 | Sunday | Sankashti Chaturthi | Shravan Krishna Chaturthi |
| 9 August 2026 | Sunday | Kamika Ekadashi | Shravan Krishna Ekadashi |
| 10 August 2026 | Monday | Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha) | Shravan Krishna Trayodashi |
| 11 August 2026 | Tuesday | Masik Shivaratri | Shravan Krishna Chaturdashi |
| 12 August 2026 | Wednesday | Shravan Amavasya | Shravan Amavasya |
| 15 August 2026 | Saturday | Independence Day | Shravan Shukla Tritiya |
| 17 August 2026 | Monday | Raksha Bandhan | Shravan Shukla Panchami |
| 23 August 2026 | Sunday | Shravan Putrada Ekadashi | Shravan Shukla Ekadashi |
| 26 August 2026 | Wednesday | Onam / Thiruvonam | Shravan Shukla Chaturdashi |
| 28 August 2026 | Friday | Raksha Bandhan, Shravan Purnima Vrat | Shravan Shukla Purnima |
| 31 August 2026 | Monday | Sankashti Chaturthi, Kajari Tritiya | Bhadrapada Krishna Chaturthi |
Mahalaxmi Panchang August 2026 – Tithi & Sunrise
| Date | Tithi / Nakshatra | Sunrise |
|---|---|---|
| 1 August 2026 | Tritiya (Krishna) – Shatabhisha | 06:01 AM |
| 2 August 2026 | Chaturthi (Krishna) – Purva Bhadrapada | 06:02 AM |
| 5 August 2026 | Saptami (Krishna) – Ashwini | 06:05 AM |
| 9 August 2026 | Ekadashi (Krishna) – Mrigashirsha | 06:09 AM |
| 12 August 2026 | Amavasya – Pushya | 06:12 AM |
| 15 August 2026 | Tritiya (Shukla) – Purva Phalguni | 06:15 AM |
| 17 August 2026 | Panchami (Shukla) – Hasta | 06:17 AM |
| 23 August 2026 | Ekadashi (Shukla) – Moola | 06:22 AM |
| 27 August 2026 | Purnima – Dhanishta | 06:05 AM |
| 31 August 2026 | Chaturthi (Krishna) – Revati | 06:09 AM |
Sankashti Chaturthi
Gajanana Sankashti Chaturthi is observed on August 2, 2026, during Ashadha Krishna Chaturthi. Devotees observe fasting dedicated to Lord Ganesha and break the fast after moonrise to seek success, wisdom, and obstacle-free life.
Kamika Ekadashi
Kamika Ekadashi falls on August 9, 2026, during Ashadha Krishna Ekadashi. This Ekadashi is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is believed to remove sins and bring spiritual merit through fasting and Vishnu worship.
Surya Grahan
A total solar eclipse occurs on August 12, 2026, during Amavasya. Devotees follow grahan rules such as avoiding food intake during the eclipse and performing purification rituals after its completion.
Nag Panchami
Nag Panchami is celebrated on August 17, 2026, during Shravana Shukla Panchami. Devotees worship serpents and seek protection, fertility, and relief from doshas associated with snakes.
Simha Sankranti
Simha Sankranti occurs on August 17, 2026, marking the Sun’s transit from Karka to Simha rashi. This day is important for Surya worship, charity, and spiritual observance.
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi
Shravana Putrada Ekadashi is observed on August 23, 2026, during Shravana Shukla Ekadashi. Vaishnava Putrada Ekadashi is observed on August 24, 2026. This vrat is dedicated to Lord Vishnu and is observed for progeny, family happiness, and spiritual blessings.
Varad Lakshmi Vrat
Varad Lakshmi Vrat is observed on August 28, 2026, the Friday before Shravana Purnima. Married women observe this vrat for prosperity, wealth, and family well-being by worshipping Goddess Lakshmi.
Raksha Bandhan and Narali Purnima
Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on August 28, 2026, during Shravana Shukla Purnima. It symbolizes the bond between brothers and sisters. Narali Purnima is observed on the same day, especially in coastal regions, marking gratitude towards the sea.
Chandra Grahan
A partial lunar eclipse occurs on August 28, 2026, during Purnima. Devotees observe traditional eclipse rituals and purification practices.
Sankashti Chaturthi
Heramba Sankashti Chaturthi is observed on August 31, 2026, during Shravana Krishna Chaturthi. This vrat is dedicated to Lord Ganesha for protection and strength.
Why Follow Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 August Month
The Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 August month provides trusted and accurate Hindu calendar details. It helps devotees observe Shravana vrats, Lakshmi puja, Raksha Bandhan, and eclipse rituals according to correct tithi.
Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 PDF Download
Devotees can refer to the Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 PDF for a printable month-wise Hindu calendar including tithi, vrat, and festival details.
FAQ
August 2026 is filled with auspicious occasions such as Raksha Bandhan, Varad Lakshmi Vrat, Nag Panchami, Shravana month vrats, and Ekadashi. The Mahalaxmi Calendar provides accurate tithi-based dates for all rituals and festivals.
Raksha Bandhan is celebrated on Shravan Purnima. The Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 August lists the exact tithi and muhurat to perform Rakhi rituals at the most auspicious time.
Shravana Vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is considered highly sacred. Devotees observe fasts on Mondays (Shravan Somvar) and perform special pujas following the dates mentioned in the Mahalaxmi Calendar.