Maha Shivaratri 2026
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Maha Shivaratri 2026 fell on Sunday, February 15, 2026 (a Sunday). See Maha Shivaratri 2027 โ
When is Maha Shivaratri 2026?
Maha Shivaratri 2026 fell on Sunday, February 15, 2026. It was a Sunday.
How many days until Maha Shivaratri 2026?
As of October 15, 2026, it has been 242 days since Maha Shivaratri 2026, which fell on Sunday, February 15, 2026.
- Date
- Sunday, February 15, 2026
- Day of week
- Sunday
- Type
- Religious Holidays
- Religion
- Hinduism
- Duration
- 1 day
Maha Shivaratri 2026 dates by country
| Country | Observed on | Days off |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ฎ๐ณ India | Sun, Feb 15 | Sun, Feb 15 optional (restricted) holiday for central government employees |
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Maha Shivaratri, the 'Great Night of Shiva', is a major Hindu festival of devotion honouring Lord Shiva, marked by fasting, night vigils and temple worship.
For the full story โ history, meaning, traditions, foods and FAQs โ see the Maha Shivaratri guide.