Ganesh Festival in 2026
Ganesh Chaturthi puja timing
| Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 | Day Monday |
| Tithi Start | 14 September 2026 |
| Tithi ends | 25 September 2026 |
| Also Called as | Vinayaka Chaturthi, Vinayaka Chavithi, Ganesh Chaturthi |
| Significance | Rebirth of Lord Ganesha |
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Sankashti Chaturthi in 2026
Sankashti Chaturthi, also known as Sankatahara Chaturthi, is a day in every lunar month of the Hindu calendar dedicated to Hindu God Ganesha. This day falls on the fourth day of the Krishna Paksha. If this Chaturthi falls on a Tuesday, it is called Angaraki Sankashti Chaturthi.
| Dates | Festivals Name | Moonrise Time | Note |
| 6-Jan-2026 | Angarak Sankasthi Chaturthi | 9.20 PM | |
| 22-Jan-2026 | Ganesh Jayanti | ||
| 5-Feb-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 9.47 PM | |
| 6-Mar-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 9.18 PM | |
| 5-Apr-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 9.47 PM | |
| 5-May-2026 | Angarak Sankasthi Chaturthi | 10.19 PM | |
| 3-Jun-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 9:51 PM | |
| 3-Jul-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 9:51 PM | |
| 2-Aug-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 9.36 PM | |
| 31-Aug-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 8:50 PM | |
| 29-Sep-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 8:13 PM | |
| 29-Oct-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 8.52 PM | |
| 27-Nov-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 8.51 PM | |
| 26-Dec-2026 | Sankasthi Chaturthi | 8.45 PM | |
* Moon rise time : Location Mumbai (Maharashtra – Bharat)
How to perform Ganesh sadhana
- Preparation: Begin with a clean, quiet space and gather essential items, like a Ganesh idol, incense, a diya (lamp), and offerings such as flowers and sweets.
- Meditation: Sit comfortably and focus on your breath to clear your mind.
- Invocation: Chant “Om Gan Ganapataye Namah” to invite Lord Ganesha’s presence and blessings.
- Offerings and Prayers: Light the diya, offer incense, flowers, and sweets while visualizing peace and abundance.
- Closing and Gratitude: Conclude by expressing gratitude to Lord Ganesha, asking for wisdom, strength, and success in your endeavors.