When is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026?

Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026 falls on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.

Where is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) celebrated?

Dussehra (Vijayadashami) is celebrated in India. It is categorized as a Religious observance.

What is the significance of Dussehra (Vijayadashami)?

Concludes Navratri or Durga Puja in different regional traditions without creating one uniform India-wide leave entitlement.

How can I add Dussehra (Vijayadashami) to my calendar?

Visit the festival page and click "Add to Calendar" to download an .ics file compatible with Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar.

Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026

Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026 is on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Celebrated in India: An Indian festival of the victory of good over evil whose Rama and Durga forms vary across regions.

Key Facts

India’s official tourism portal presents Dussehra as a celebration of the victory of good over evil.
The Rama and Ravana narrative, public theatre, and effigy burning are prominent forms, while regional traditions differ.
The cultural source does not establish a uniform India-wide public-holiday entitlement.

Authoritative Sources

https://www.incredibleindia.gov.in/en/festivals-and-events/dussehra

Source checked Wednesday, August 19, 2026

Reviewed by festivals.day Editorial Team

Frequently Asked Questions

When is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026?: Dussehra (Vijayadashami) 2026 falls on Tuesday, October 20, 2026.
Where is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) celebrated?: Dussehra (Vijayadashami) is celebrated in India. It is categorized as a Religious observance.
What is the significance of Dussehra (Vijayadashami)?: Concludes Navratri or Durga Puja in different regional traditions without creating one uniform India-wide leave entitlement.
How can I add Dussehra (Vijayadashami) to my calendar?: Visit the festival page and click "Add to Calendar" to download an .ics file compatible with Google Calendar, Outlook, and Apple Calendar.