Krishna Janmashtami 2026
Friday, September 4, 2026 ยท expected date
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When is Krishna Janmashtami 2026?
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 is on Friday, September 4, 2026. It falls on a Friday.
How many days until Krishna Janmashtami 2026?
There are 39 days until Krishna Janmashtami 2026, which falls on Friday, September 4, 2026. Thatโs 39 days ยท about 6 weeks.
- Date
- Friday, September 4, 2026
- Day of week
- Friday
- Type
- Religious Holidays
- Religion
- Hinduism
- Duration
- 1 day
Krishna Janmashtami marks the birth of Krishna, revered in Hinduism as the eighth avatar of the god Vishnu. It is observed with midnight vigils, devotional singing, fasting and the joyful dahi handi, and is among the most widely celebrated festivals across India and in Hindu communities worldwide.
For the full story โ history, meaning, traditions, foods and FAQs โ see the Krishna Janmashtami guide.