Krishna Janmashtami 2026
Friday, September 4, 2026
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 fell on Friday, September 4, 2026 (a Friday). See Krishna Janmashtami 2027 โ
When is Krishna Janmashtami 2026?
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 fell on Friday, September 4, 2026. It was a Friday.
How many days until Krishna Janmashtami 2026?
As of October 16, 2026, it has been 42 days since Krishna Janmashtami 2026, which fell on Friday, September 4, 2026.
- Date
- Friday, September 4, 2026
- Day of week
- Friday
- Type
- Religious Holidays
- Religion
- Hinduism
- Duration
- 1 day
Other holidays in September 2026
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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.