Sanatan Dharma considers the month of Kartik to be exceptionally sacred for devotion, worship, charity, and virtuous deeds. During this entire month, special importance is attributed to lighting lamps, worshipping the Tulsi plant, bathing in holy rivers, and offering prayers to Lord Vishnu. Vibrant religious rituals can be observed across the entire country during this period. Let us examine the complete schedule of fasts and festivals that will fall during the Kartik month.
Fasts and Festivals Schedule for Kartik Month 2026
According to religious beliefs, the month of Kartik is deeply dear to Lord Vishnu. Morning baths, serving the Tulsi plant, offering lamps, observing fasts, and listening to religious discourses are considered highly meritorious during this time. The Kartik month officially commences on October 27, 2026, marking the beginning of continuous religious observances and sacred activities throughout the period.
Key Dates from Karwa Chauth to Diwali and Beyond
Just two days after the month begins, Karwa Chauth will be celebrated on October 29, 2026, where fasts are observed for the long life of husbands. Following this, Dhanteras falls on November 6, 2026, marked by the worship of Lord Dhanvantari and traditional purchases. Two days later on November 8, 2026, the grand festival of Diwali will be celebrated with dedicated prayers offered to Goddess Lakshmi and Lord Ganesh.
Continuing the festive sequence, Govardhan Puja and Chitragupta Puja will be observed on November 10, 2026, featuring Annakoot offerings and prayers to Maharaj Chitragupta. The very next day on November 11, 2026, Bhai Dooj will be celebrated to pray for the prosperity and longevity of brothers.
Chhath Mahaparv from November 13 to November 16, 2026
The four-day grand festival of folk faith, Chhath Puja, will kick off with Nahay-Khay on November 13, 2026. On November 14, 2026, participating devotees will observe the Kharna tradition. The third day of the rituals will feature the evening offering or Sandhya Arghya to the setting sun on November 15, 2026. The Chhath festival will officially conclude on November 16, 2026, after offering morning prayers or Usha Arghya to the rising sun.
Concluding Festivals of the Kartik Month
Following the conclusion of Chhath, Akshaya Navami will be observed on November 18, 2026, involving the worship of the Amla tree and acts of charity. Devuthani Ekadashi and Tulsi Vivah will take place on November 21, 2026, commemorating the awakening of Lord Vishnu from his slumber. Finally, the sacred month will wrap up on November 24, 2026, with Kartik Purnima and Guru Nanak Jayanti, marked by holy river baths, charity, and celebrations of light.
