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First Day of Sharad Navratri
Next observed on Sunday, 11 October 2026.
When is First Day of Sharad Navratri in 2026?
Sunday, 11 October 2026
Counting down to First Day of Sharad Navratri
What First Day of Sharad Navratri marks
Navaratri is an annual Hindu festival observed in honor of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. It spans over nine nights, first in the month of Chaitra, and again in the month of Ashvin (September–October). It is observed for different reasons and celebrated differently in various parts of the Hindu - Indian cultural sphere. Theoretically, there are four seasonal Navaratris. However, in practice, it is the post-monsoon autumn festival called Sharada Navaratri. There are also two additional Navaratris as well, in Shukla Paksha of the Magha Month and another in the Shukla Paksha of Ashadha Month.
Background summarised from Wikipedia — Hindu festival to honour goddess Durga, available under CC BY-SA.
First Day of Sharad Navratri dates: 2026–2031
| Year | Date | Day | Full calendar |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Sunday | India 2026 | |
| 2027 | Thursday | India 2027 | |
| 2028 | Tuesday | India 2028 | |
| 2029 | Monday | India 2029 | |
| 2030 | Saturday | India 2030 | |
| 2031 | Friday | India 2031 |
Frequently asked
When is First Day of Sharad Navratri in 2026?
First Day of Sharad Navratri falls on Sunday, 11 October 2026 in India.
What day of the week is First Day of Sharad Navratri 2026?
First Day of Sharad Navratri 2026 falls on a Sunday, 11 October 2026.
When is First Day of Sharad Navratri in 2027?
First Day of Sharad Navratri falls on Thursday, 30 September 2027.
Where is First Day of Sharad Navratri observed?
Observed nationally in India.
What does First Day of Sharad Navratri celebrate?
Hindu festival to honour goddess Durga. Navaratri is an annual Hindu festival observed in honor of the goddess Durga, an aspect of Adi Parashakti, the supreme goddess. It spans over nine nights, first in the month of Chaitra, and again in the month of Ashvin (September–October). It is observed for different reasons and celebrated differently in various parts of the Hindu - Indian cultural sphere. Theoretically, there are four seasonal Navaratris. However, in practice, it is the post-monsoon autumn festival called Sharada Navaratri. There are also two additional Navaratris as well, in Shukla Pa