Shivaratri Dates - 2026
Shivaratri, dedicated to Lord Shiva, is a highly auspicious Hindu festival observed every month as Masik Shivaratri, with Maha Shivaratri being the most significant. Devotees observe Shivaratri Vrat, perform Rudrabhishekam, chant Om Namah Shivaya, and visit Shiva temples to seek divine blessings for peace, prosperity, and spiritual growth. Observing Shivaratri fasting and night-long prayers is believed to remove sins, grant moksha (liberation), and fulfill desires.
In 2026, Maha Shivaratri will be celebrated with great devotion in Shiva temples across India, including Kashi Vishwanath, Kedarnath, Rameshwaram, and Chidambaram. The monthly Masik Shivaratri dates are observed by devotees who wish to strengthen their spiritual connection with Lord Shiva. Worshipping Lord Shiva with Bael leaves, milk, honey, and sacred chants is said to bring success, happiness, and inner peace. Check the complete list of Shivaratri dates in 2026 to observe this powerful vrat and receive Lord Shiva’s divine grace.
| Shivaratri Dates – 2026 | |||
| Date | Day | Starting Time | Ending Time |
| January 16, 2026 | Friday | 10:21 PM, Jan 16 | 12:03 AM, Jan 18 |
| February 15, 2026 | Sunday | 05:04 PM, Feb 15 | 05:34 PM, Feb 16 |
| March 17, 2026 | Tuesday | 09:23 AM, Mar 17 | 08:25 AM, Mar 18 |
| April 15, 2026 | Wednesday | 10:31 PM, Apr 15 | 08:11 PM, Apr 16 |
| May 15, 2026 | Friday | 08:31 AM, May 15 | 05:11 AM, May 16 |
| June 13, 2026 | Saturday | 04:07 PM, Jun 13 | 12:19 PM, Jun 14 |
| July 12, 2026 | Sunday | 10:29 PM, Jul 12 | 06:49 PM, Jul 13 |
| August 11, 2026 | Tuesday | 04:54 AM, Aug 11 | 01:52 AM, Aug 12 |
| September 9, 2026 | Wednesday | 12:30 PM, Sep 09 | 10:33 AM, Sep 10 |
| October 8, 2026 | Thursday | 10:15 PM, Oct 08 | 09:35 PM, Oct 09 |
| November 7, 2026 | Saturday | 10:47 AM, Nov 07 | 11:27 AM, Nov 08 |
| December 7, 2026 | Monday | 02:22 AM, Dec 07 | 04:12 AM, Dec 08 |