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Festivals in India

India represents vast diversity of religions, culture and traditions melted together with peace, harmony and affection for each other. Festivals in India reflects this multi-cultural unique approach to celebrate each occasion with fasts, prayers, free food, visiting pilgrimage place and so many traditions that are almost centuries old. Our Festivals in India guide portrays a unique collection of festivals celebrated across all regions and states of India.

Upcoming Festivals in India (October & November, 2026)

Festival	Day & Date in 2026
Gandhi Jayanti (All-India national holiday)	Friday, October 02, 2026
Shardiya Navratri Begins (Ghatasthapana)	Sunday, October 11, 2026
Durga Ashtami & Maha Navami:	Monday, October 19, 2026
Dussehra / Vijayadashami	Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Durga Visarjan	Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Sharad Purnima (Kojagara Puja)	Sunday, October 25, 2026
Maharishi Valmiki Jayanti	Monday, October 26, 2026
Karwa Chauth	Thursday, October 29, 2026
Dhanteras (Dhantrayodashi)	Friday, November 06, 2026
Kali Chaudas / Narak Chaturdashi	Saturday, November 07, 2026
Diwali (Lakshmi Puja)	Sunday, November 08, 2026
Govardhan Puja (Annakut)	Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Bhai Dooj (Yama Dwitiya)	Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Chhath Puja	Sunday, November 15, 2026

Hindu Festivals