Festivals & Holidays List 2086
Sunday, 08 September 2086
International Literacy Day
Highlights the importance of literacy to individuals, communities, and societies.
Thursday, 12 September 2086
Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is celebrated on Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi.
Wednesday, 18 September 2086
Dussehra / Vijayadashami
Vijayadashami celebrates the victory of good over evil on Ashwin Shukla Dashami.
Saturday, 21 September 2086
International Day of Peace
Dedicated to world peace, specifically the absence of war and violence.
Wednesday, 25 September 2086
Karwa Chauth
Karwa Chauth is observed by married women for the longevity of their husbands.
Friday, 27 September 2086
World Tourism Day
Fosters awareness among the international community of the importance of tourism.
Tuesday, 01 October 2086
International Day of Older Persons
Raises awareness about opportunities and challenges of ageing.
Wednesday, 02 October 2086
Gandhi Jayanti
Birth anniversary of Mahatma Gandhi, the Father of the Nation.
Saturday, 05 October 2086
Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi)
Dhanteras marks the beginning of Diwali on Ashwin Krishna Trayodashi.
Sunday, 06 October 2086
Lakshmi Puja (Diwali)
Diwali and Lakshmi Puja are celebrated on Ashwin Amavasya.
Sunday, 06 October 2086
Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali)
Naraka Chaturdashi is observed on Ashwin Krishna Chaturdashi with early morning ritual baths.
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Tuesday, 08 October 2086
Sharad Navratri — Day 1
Sharad Navratri begins on Ashwin Shukla Pratipada.
