Dhanteras 2026 Date — Saturday, November 7, 2026
When is Dhanteras in 2026? Dhanteras 2026 falls on Saturday, November 7, 2026.
Observance: Dhanteras (Dhanatrayodashi). City calendars may vary slightly by sunrise and amanta or purnimanta tradition — confirm with your local mandir.
Other years: Dhanteras 2025 date · Dhanteras 2027 date
Dhanteras 2026 muhurat & timings — Delhi
| Sunrise | 06:37 am |
|---|---|
| Sunset | 05:32 pm |
| Moonrise | 04:38 am |
| Brahma Muhurat | 04:52 am – 05:45 am |
| Abhijit Muhurat | 11:42 am – 12:26 pm |
| Rahu Kaal (avoid) | 09:21 am – 10:42 am |
| Tithi at sunrise | Krishna Trayodashi |
| Nakshatra | Chitra |
These are the day’s general muhurats and Rahu Kaal for Delhi, computed from the AllMandir panchang. Festival puja timings vary by tradition and city — open the full panchang for Sat, 7 November 2026 or ask your local mandir.
Dhanteras 2026 — full list of dates
| Observance | Date & day | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Dhanteras | Sat, 7 November 2026 | Main day |
| Naraka Chaturdashi (Choti Diwali) | Sun, 8 November 2026 | |
| Diwali — Lakshmi Puja | Mon, 9 November 2026 |
Why we celebrate
Dhanvantari emerged with amrit on this day; worship of wealth, health, and new purchases.
How it is celebrated
Buying gold, silver, utensils; Dhanvantari and Lakshmi puja.
Puja timing
Trayodashi evening lamp facing south (Yama deepam) and Lakshmi puja.
Foods & offerings
Sweet prasad; puri-halwa in some regions.
Rituals
- Clean and decorate entrance.
- Light yama deepam for protection.
- Purchase metal item if possible.
Dhanteras dates by year
| Year | Date & day |
|---|---|
| 2025 | Dhanteras 2025 date |
| 2026 | Sat, 7 November 2026 |
| 2027 | Dhanteras 2027 date |
| 2028 | Dhanteras 2028 date |
Hindu festivals around Dhanteras 2026
- Naraka Chaturdashi 2026 date — Sun, 8 November 2026
- Diwali 2026 date — Mon, 9 November 2026
- Govardhan Puja 2026 date — Tue, 10 November 2026
- Bhai Dooj 2026 date — Wed, 11 November 2026
- Chhath Puja 2026 date — Sun, 15 November 2026
- Skanda Sashti 2026 date — Sun, 15 November 2026
- Karva Chauth 2026 date — Thu, 29 October 2026
- Sharad Purnima 2026 date — Sun, 25 October 2026
- Tulsi Vivah 2026 date — Sat, 21 November 2026
- Kartik Purnima 2026 date — Tue, 24 November 2026
- Dussehra 2026 date — Tue, 20 October 2026
- Durga Puja 2026 date — Mon, 19 October 2026
Dhanteras 2026 puja & muhurat timings in major cities
| City | Abhijit Muhurat | Rahu Kaal (avoid) | Sunrise | Sunset |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | 11:42 am – 12:26 pm | 09:21 am – 10:42 am | 06:37 am | 05:31 pm |
| Mumbai | 11:59 am – 12:44 pm | 09:31 am – 10:56 am | 06:41 am | 06:02 pm |
| Bengaluru | 11:40 am – 12:26 pm | 09:09 am – 10:36 am | 06:15 am | 05:51 pm |
| Chennai | 11:29 am – 12:15 pm | 08:58 am – 10:25 am | 06:04 am | 05:40 pm |
| Hyderabad | 11:36 am – 12:22 pm | 09:08 am – 10:33 am | 06:16 am | 05:42 pm |
| Kolkata | 10:57 am – 11:42 am | 08:32 am – 09:56 am | 05:44 am | 04:55 pm |
Times come from each city’s own sunrise, sunset and panchang for Sat, 7 November 2026.
Dhanteras 2026 FAQ
What time is Abhijit Muhurat on Dhanteras 2026 in Delhi?
Abhijit Muhurat in Delhi on Sat, 7 November 2026 is 11:42 am – 12:26 pm (local time, AllMandir panchang). See the table for other cities.
