October 2026 is an important month in the Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar Kannada, featuring Sharad Navratri, Saraswati Puja, Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami, Dasara, Papankusha Ekadashi, Sharad Purnima, Karwa Chauth and several important vrat and festival days. This provides the October 2026 Kannada Panchang, including daily tithi, nakshatra, Rashi, sunrise and sunset timings, along with major festivals and vrat observances.
Shri Mahalaxmi Calendar 2026 October Kannada Festival & Vrat Overview
| Festival / Vrat | Date (2026) | Day | Tithi / Significance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jivitputrika Vrat | October 3 | Saturday | Bhadrapada, Krishna Saptami |
| Mahalakshmi Vrat Ends | October 3 | Saturday | Vrat completion |
| Indira Ekadashi | October 6 | Tuesday | Bhadrapada, Krishna Ekadashi |
| Guru Pradosh Vrat | October 8 | Thursday | Krishna Trayodashi |
| Sarva Pitru Amavasya | October 10 | Saturday | Bhadrapada, Krishna Amavasya |
| Darsha Amavasya | October 10 | Saturday | Amavasya |
| Navratri Begins | October 11 | Sunday | Ashwin, Shukla Padya |
| Ghatasthapana | October 11 | Sunday | Sharad Navratri Begins |
| Chandra Darshana | October 12 | Monday | Shukla Bidige |
| Upang Lalita Vrat | October 15 | Thursday | Shukla Panchami |
| Saraswati Avahan | October 16 | Friday | Shukla Shashti |
| Saraswati Puja | October 17 | Saturday | Shukla Saptami |
| Tula Sankranti | October 17 | Saturday | Sun enters Tula |
| Durga Ashtami | October 19 | Monday | Ashwin, Shukla Ashtami |
| Maha Navami | October 19 | Monday | Ashwin, Shukla Navami |
| Saraswati Visarjan | October 19 | Monday | Navratri observance |
| Vijayadashami / Dasara | October 20 | Tuesday | Ashwin, Shukla Dashami |
| Durga Visarjan | October 20 | Tuesday | Navratri conclusion |
| Papankusha Ekadashi | October 22 | Thursday | Ashwin, Shukla Ekadashi |
| Shukra Pradosh Vrat | October 23 | Friday | Shukla Trayodashi |
| Kojagara Puja | October 25 | Sunday | Ashwin, Shukla Hunnime |
| Sharad Purnima | October 25 | Sunday | Ashwin, Shukla Purnima |
| Karwa Chauth | October 29 | Thursday | Ashwin, Krishna Chouti |
| Vakratunda Sankashti | October 29 | Thursday | Krishna Chaturthi |
Mahalaxmi Calendar October 2026 Kannada Day-Wise Panchang
| Date | Day | Tithi | Rashi (Moon Sign) | Nakshatra | Sunrise | Sunset | Notable Observance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1 | Thu | Panchami, Krishna | Vrishabha | Rohini | 06:09 | 18:10 | — |
| Oct 2 | Fri | Shashthi, Krishna | Vrishabha | Mrigashira | 06:09 | 18:09 | — |
| Oct 3 | Sat | Saptami, Krishna | Mithuna | Ardra | 06:09 | 18:08 | Jivitputrika Vrat, Mahalakshmi Vrat Ends |
| Oct 4 | Sun | Navami, Krishna | Mithuna | Punarvasu | 06:09 | 18:08 | — |
| Oct 5 | Mon | Dashami, Krishna | Karka | Pushya | 06:09 | 18:07 | — |
| Oct 6 | Tue | Ekadashi, Krishna | Karka | Ashlesha | 06:09 | 18:06 | Indira Ekadashi |
| Oct 7 | Wed | Dwadashi, Krishna | Simha | Magha | 06:09 | 18:06 | — |
| Oct 8 | Thu | Trayodashi, Krishna | Simha | Purva Phalguni | 06:09 | 18:05 | Guru Pradosh Vrat |
| Oct 9 | Fri | Chaturdashi, Krishna | Kanya | Uttara Phalguni | 06:09 | 18:04 | — |
| Oct 10 | Sat | Amavasya, Krishna | Kanya | Hasta | 06:09 | 18:04 | Sarva Pitru Amavasya, Darsha Amavasya |
| Oct 11 | Sun | Padya, Shukla | Kanya | Chitra | 06:09 | 18:03 | Ghatasthapana, Navratri Begins |
| Oct 12 | Mon | Bidige, Shukla | Tula | Swati | 06:09 | 18:03 | Chandra Darshana |
| Oct 13 | Tue | Tadige, Shukla | Tula | Vishakha | 06:09 | 18:02 | — |
| Oct 14 | Wed | Chouti, Shukla | Vrishchika | Anuradha | 06:09 | 18:01 | — |
| Oct 15 | Thu | Panchami, Shukla | Vrishchika | Jyeshtha | 06:09 | 18:01 | Upang Lalita Vrat |
| Oct 16 | Fri | Shashthi, Shukla | Vrishchika | Jyeshtha | 06:09 | 18:00 | Saraswati Avahan |
| Oct 17 | Sat | Saptami, Shukla | Dhanu | Mula | 06:09 | 18:00 | Saraswati Puja, Tula Sankranti |
| Oct 18 | Sun | Saptami, Shukla | Dhanu | Purva Ashadha | 06:09 | 17:59 | — |
| Oct 19 | Mon | Ashtami, Shukla | Makara | Uttara Ashadha | 06:09 | 17:59 | Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami, Saraswati Visarjan |
| Oct 20 | Tue | Navami, Shukla | Makara | Shravana | 06:09 | 17:58 | Dasara, Durga Visarjan |
| Oct 21 | Wed | Dashami, Shukla | Makara | Dhanishtha | 06:09 | 17:58 | — |
| Oct 22 | Thu | Ekadashi, Shukla | Kumbha | Shatabhisha | 06:09 | 17:57 | Papankusha Ekadashi |
| Oct 23 | Fri | Dwadashi, Shukla | Kumbha | Purva Bhadrapada | 06:09 | 17:57 | Shukra Pradosh Vrat |
| Oct 24 | Sat | Trayodashi, Shukla | Meena | Uttara Bhadrapada | 06:09 | 17:56 | — |
| Oct 25 | Sun | Chaturdashi, Shukla | Meena | Revati | 06:09 | 17:56 | Kojagara Puja, Sharad Purnima |
| Oct 26 | Mon | Hunnime, Shukla | Mesha | Ashwini | 06:09 | 17:55 | Ishti |
| Oct 27 | Tue | Padya, Krishna | Mesha | Bharani | 06:09 | 17:55 | — |
| Oct 28 | Wed | Tadige, Krishna | Vrishabha | Krittika | 06:09 | 17:54 | — |
| Oct 29 | Thu | Chouti, Krishna | Vrishabha | Rohini | 06:09 | 17:54 | Karwa Chauth, Vakratunda Sankashti |
| Oct 30 | Fri | Panchami, Krishna | Mithuna | Mrigashira | 06:09 | 17:54 | — |
| Oct 31 | Sat | Shashthi, Krishna | Mithuna | Ardra | 06:09 | 17:53 | — |
Sunrise and sunset timings are approximate values and can vary slightly depending on the city in Karnataka. For puja muhurat and other time-sensitive religious observances, check a city-specific Panchang.
Jivitputrika Vrat & Mahalakshmi Vrat Ends – October 3, 2026
October begins with Jivitputrika Vrat and the ending of the Mahalakshmi Vrat on Saturday, October 3. Devotees observing these vrats follow their respective fasting and worship traditions for family wellbeing and prosperity.
Indira Ekadashi – October 6, 2026
Indira Ekadashi falls on Tuesday, October 6, during Krishna Paksha Ekadashi. Devotees observe a fast and worship Lord Vishnu on this sacred Ekadashi. It is traditionally associated with prayers for the welfare and peace of ancestors.
Guru Pradosh Vrat – October 8, 2026
Guru Pradosh Vrat will be observed on Thursday, October 8. Pradosh Vrat is dedicated to Lord Shiva and is observed during the evening Pradosh period on Trayodashi Tithi.
Sarva Pitru Amavasya – October 10, 2026
Sarva Pitru Amavasya falls on Saturday, October 10. It marks the concluding Amavasya of the Pitru period and is an important day for performing Shraddha and ancestral remembrance. Darsha Amavasya and Bhadrapada Amavasya are also associated with this date.
Navratri Begins & Ghatasthapana – October 11, 2026
Sharad Navratri begins on October 11, 2026, with Ghatasthapana. The nine-day festival is dedicated to Goddess Durga and her different forms. Devotees begin daily prayers, fasting and other Navratri rituals from this day.
Saraswati Avahan & Saraswati Puja
Saraswati Avahan is observed on October 16, followed by Saraswati Puja on October 17. Devotees worship Goddess Saraswati, the goddess associated with knowledge, learning, music and arts.
Durga Ashtami & Maha Navami – October 19, 2026
October 19 is one of the most important days of Sharad Navratri, with Durga Ashtami and Maha Navami observances. Saraswati Visarjan is also observed on this day according to the provided Panchang data.
Dasara / Vijayadashami – October 20, 2026
Vijayadashami, also known as Dasara, falls on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. It marks the conclusion of the major Navratri celebrations. Durga Visarjan is also observed on this day.
Dasara is considered an important festival for celebrating the victory of good over evil. In Karnataka, Mysuru Dasara is particularly well known for its grand cultural and religious celebrations.
Papankusha Ekadashi – October 22, 2026
Papankusha Ekadashi falls on Thursday, October 22 during Shukla Paksha Ekadashi. Devotees observe a fast and offer prayers to Lord Vishnu seeking spiritual purification and blessings.
Shukra Pradosh Vrat – October 23, 2026
Shukra Pradosh Vrat is observed on Friday, October 23. It falls during Shukla Paksha Trayodashi and is dedicated to Lord Shiva. Devotees generally observe fasting and perform Shiva Puja during the Pradosh period.
Sharad Purnima & Kojagara Puja – October 25, 2026
Sharad Purnima falls on Sunday, October 25, 2026. It is the full moon of the Ashwin month and is associated with devotional observances and night-time worship.
Kojagara Puja is also observed on the same date and is traditionally associated with Goddess Lakshmi. Devotees pray for prosperity and wellbeing.
Karwa Chauth & Vakratunda Sankashti – October 29, 2026
October 29 brings two important observances: Karwa Chauth and Vakratunda Sankashti Chaturthi.
Karwa Chauth is traditionally observed as a fasting day, while Sankashti Chaturthi is dedicated to Lord Ganesha. Devotees observing Sankashti generally break their fast after the moonrise.
Quick-Reference: Ekadashi & Pradosh Dates in October 2026
| Vrat | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| Indira Ekadashi | October 6 | Tuesday |
| Guru Pradosh Vrat | October 8 | Thursday |
| Papankusha Ekadashi | October 22 | Thursday |
| Shukra Pradosh Vrat | October 23 | Friday |
Important Festivals in October 2026
The major festivals and vrat days in the Mahalaxmi Calendar October 2026 Kannada include:
- Jivitputrika Vrat
- Mahalakshmi Vrat Ends
- Indira Ekadashi
- Guru Pradosh Vrat
- Sarva Pitru Amavasya
- Sharad Navratri
- Ghatasthapana
- Chandra Darshana
- Upang Lalita Vrat
- Saraswati Avahan
- Saraswati Puja
- Tula Sankranti
- Durga Ashtami
- Maha Navami
- Vijayadashami
- Dasara
- Papankusha Ekadashi
- Shukra Pradosh Vrat
- Sharad Purnima
- Kojagara Puja
- Karwa Chauth
- Vakratunda Sankashti
Planning Tips for October 2026
- Prepare for Navratri early – Ghatasthapana and Navratri begin on October 11.
- Mark the three major Navratri days – Durga Ashtami, Maha Navami and Vijayadashami are especially important.
- Keep October 10 in mind for ancestral observances – Sarva Pitru Amavasya falls on this date.
- Plan Saraswati Puja – Saraswati Avahan is on October 16 and Saraswati Puja on October 17.
- Prepare for Dasara celebrations – Vijayadashami falls on October 20.
- Note the two Ekadashi dates – Indira Ekadashi is on October 6 and Papankusha Ekadashi is on October 22.
- Mark Sharad Purnima – Sharad Purnima and Kojagara Puja fall together on October 25.
- Remember October 29 – Karwa Chauth and Vakratunda Sankashti are observed on the same date.
Frequently Asked Questions – October 2026 Kannada Calendar
Sharad Navratri begins on October 11, 2026 (Sunday), along with Ghatasthapana.
Dasara or Vijayadashami falls on October 20, 2026 (Tuesday).
Sarva Pitru Amavasya is observed on October 10, 2026 (Saturday).
Sharad Purnima falls on October 25, 2026 (Sunday), along with Kojagara Puja.
Karwa Chauth falls on October 29, 2026 (Thursday).
Papankusha Ekadashi is observed on October 22, 2026 (Thursday).
