Hindu
Navratri begins 2026
A festival period honouring the Divine Feminine, observed with prayer, fasting, dance and regional traditions such as Garba and Durga Puja.
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Indian festival dates 2026 & 2027
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Dates follow published Indian calendars and can differ by region. Each card notes its source and any variations.
Hindu
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026
Marks the victory of good over evil and is celebrated through regional stories, ceremonies and cultural performances.
Hindu
Diwali (Deepavali) 2026
The Festival of Lights celebrates the triumph of light over darkness and good over evil. Traditions vary by region and community.
Sikh
Guru Nanak Gurpurab 2026
Commemorates the birth of Guru Nanak Dev Ji, the founder of Sikhism, with prayers, kirtan and community langar.
Christian
Christmas Day 2026
A Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, marked by worship, family gatherings, music and acts of generosity.
Regional
Lohri 2027
A winter harvest celebration especially popular in Punjab, often marked by bonfires, folk songs, dancing and sharing seasonal foods.
Hindu
Makar Sankranti 2027
A solar festival associated with the Sun’s transition into Makara. Regional celebrations include kite flying, sesame sweets and harvest traditions.
Regional
Pongal 2027
A multi-day Tamil harvest festival giving thanks for the harvest, the Sun, farm animals and the natural world.
National
Republic Day 2027
India celebrates the adoption of its Constitution, with official ceremonies, cultural programmes and events across the country.
Hindu
Vasant Panchami 2027
Welcomes spring in many parts of India and is associated with Saraswati, learning, music and the arts.
Hindu
Maha Shivaratri 2027
A sacred night dedicated to Lord Shiva, often observed with prayer, temple visits, fasting and night-long worship.
Muslim
Eid al-Fitr (expected) 2027
Marks the end of Ramadan, a month of fasting, prayer and community. Celebrations include congregational prayers, visits and sharing meals.
Hindu
Holi 2027
The Festival of Colours welcomes spring and celebrates renewal, joy and the victory of good over evil.
Christian
Good Friday 2027
A Christian day of remembrance of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, observed through church services, prayer and reflection.
Christian
Easter Sunday 2027
Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ and is one of the most important days in the Christian calendar.
Sikh
Vaisakhi 2027
A major Sikh celebration associated with the formation of the Khalsa in 1699, and a spring harvest festival in Punjab.
Jain
Mahavir Jayanti 2027
Commemorates the birth of Mahavira, the 24th Tirthankara in Jainism, and highlights non-violence, compassion and self-discipline.
Muslim
Eid al-Adha (expected) 2027
Also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, it is marked by prayer, charity and sharing with family and community.
Buddhist
Buddha Purnima 2027
Honours the life and teachings of Gautama Buddha, with prayer, meditation, offerings and acts of kindness.
National
Independence Day 2027
Marks India’s independence in 1947, celebrated with flag hoisting, speeches, ceremonies and cultural programmes.
Hindu
Janmashtami 2027
Celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna with devotional singing, prayers, decorations and community gatherings.
Hindu
Ganesh Chaturthi 2027
Honours Lord Ganesha through prayers, home and public celebrations, artistic displays and community gatherings.
Hindu
Navratri begins 2027
A festival period honouring the Divine Feminine, observed with prayer, fasting, dance and traditions such as Garba and Durga Puja.
Hindu
Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2027
Marks the victory of good over evil and is celebrated through regional stories, ceremonies and cultural performances.
Hindu
Diwali (Deepavali) 2027
The Festival of Lights is celebrated through lamps, family gatherings, prayers and acts of generosity.
Sikh
Guru Nanak Gurpurab 2027
Honours Guru Nanak Dev Ji through prayer, kirtan, processions and community langar.
Christian
Christmas Day 2027
A Christian celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ, marked by worship, family gatherings, music and generosity.
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