Raksha Bandhan 2026
Friday, August 28, 2026
Raksha Bandhan 2026 fell on Friday, August 28, 2026 (a Friday). See Raksha Bandhan 2027 โ
When is Raksha Bandhan 2026?
Raksha Bandhan 2026 fell on Friday, August 28, 2026. It was a Friday.
How many days until Raksha Bandhan 2026?
As of October 16, 2026, it has been 49 days since Raksha Bandhan 2026, which fell on Friday, August 28, 2026.
- Date
- Friday, August 28, 2026
- Day of week
- Friday
- Type
- Religious Holidays
- Religion
- Hinduism
- Duration
- 1 day
Raksha Bandhan 2026 dates by country
| Country | Observed on | Days off |
|---|---|---|
| ๐ฎ๐ณ India | Fri, Aug 28 | Fri, Aug 28 optional (restricted) holiday for central government employees |
Other holidays in August 2026
Raksha Bandhan is a Hindu festival celebrating the bond between brothers and sisters, marked when a sister ties a sacred thread called a rakhi around her brother's wrist as a wish for his well-being, and he pledges his care in return.
For the full story โ history, meaning, traditions, foods and FAQs โ see the Raksha Bandhan guide.