2026 Hindu Festival Calendar: Important Dates to Remember
By Acharya Shyam Ji • 22 Jun 2026
Planning your puja bookings in advance can help ensure availability of pandits and proper preparation time, especially during peak festival seasons. Here is an overview of some of the major occasions devotees typically observe through the year — including Makar Sankranti, Maha Shivratri, Holi, Navratri, Diwali, and Kartik Purnima.
Each of these occasions carries its own significance and recommended rituals. For instance, Maha Shivratri is associated with Rudrabhishek and fasting, while Navratri calls for nine days of Durga worship. Diwali is closely linked with Lakshmi Puja for prosperity.
We recommend booking your puja services at least one to two weeks in advance during major festivals to secure your preferred pandit and time slot.
Each of these occasions carries its own significance and recommended rituals. For instance, Maha Shivratri is associated with Rudrabhishek and fasting, while Navratri calls for nine days of Durga worship. Diwali is closely linked with Lakshmi Puja for prosperity.
We recommend booking your puja services at least one to two weeks in advance during major festivals to secure your preferred pandit and time slot.