Ganesh Chaturthi 2026
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 falls on September 14, 2026 (Mon). Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles. Families and communities install Ganesha idols at home and in public pandals, offer modak and prayers, and end the festival with visarjan (immersion). It is especially popular in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
Key dates 2026: Ganesh Chaturthi 14 Sep (Mon) · Ganesh Visarjan (Anant Chaturdashi) 25 Sep (Fri)
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Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles. Families and communities install Ganesha idols at home and in public pandals, offer modak and prayers, and end the festival with visarjan (immersion). It is especially popular in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh. Read the full Ganesh Chaturthi guide — history, significance and puja vidhi →
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 day by day
| Date | Tithi at sunrise | Nakshatra | Sunrise / sunset (Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Sep 2026 (Mon) | Shukla Tritiya | Chitra | 6:05 AM / 6:27 PM |
Lunar month: Bhadrapada (amanta). Tithis change during the day — see each day's panchang for exact end times.
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Everything you need for Ganesh Chaturthi puja — 14 items with their meaning and where to find them abroad.
Ganesh Chaturthi dates by year
| Year | Dates |
|---|---|
| 2027 | September 4, 2027 (Sat) |
| 2026 | September 14, 2026 (Mon) |
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Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 — frequently asked questions
What is Ganesh Chaturthi?
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles. Families and communities install Ganesha idols at home and in public pandals, offer modak and prayers, and end the festival with visarjan (immersion). It is especially popular in Maharashtra, Karnataka, Goa, Telangana and Andhra Pradesh.
When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2026?
Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 falls on September 14, 2026 (Mon).
Where can I find Ganesh Chaturthi celebrations near me?
Use the MyPujaWorld events map to find Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 events, pandals and ghats near you, with timings, directions and organiser updates.
Which communities celebrate Ganesh Chaturthi?
Ganesh Chaturthi is especially important to Marathi, Kannadiga, Konkani, Telugu communities, and is celebrated by Hindu families around the world.
What items are needed for Ganesh Chaturthi?
MyPujaWorld has a complete Ganesh Chaturthi samagri list with 14 items, their significance and tips for finding them outside India.