Ganesh Chaturthi 2026
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 starts on Monday, September 14 in India. Visarjan timing and the festival end date vary by local celebration.
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Background & Origins
Ganesh Chaturthi (ISO: Gaṇeśa Caturthī) (transl. Ganesh Festival or the Festival of Ganesha on the Fourth Day), also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi (Vināyaka Caturthī), Vinayaka Chavithi (Vināyaka Cavithī), or Vinayagar Chaturthi (Vināyagar Caturthī), is a Hindu festival that is dedicated to the Hindu deity Ganesha. The festival is marked with the installation of Ganesha's murtis (devotional representations of a deity), privately in homes and publicly on elaborate pandals (temporary stages). Observances include chanting of Vedic hymns and Hindu texts, such as prayers and vrata (fasting). Offerings and prasada from the daily prayers, which are distributed from the pandal to the community, include sweets such as modak, as it is believed to be a favourite of Ganesha.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026?
- Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 falls on Monday, September 14, 2026.
- Where is Ganesh Chaturthi celebrated?
- Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated in India. It is categorized as a Religious and is a public holiday.
- What is the significance of Ganesh Chaturthi?
- Invokes blessings for wisdom, prosperity, and obstacle removal.
- How can I add Ganesh Chaturthi 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.