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Janmashtami
Krishna Janmashtami
Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
Date4 Sep 2026
Duration1 day
MuhuratTo be announced
Festival countdown38 days to go
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Meaning and celebration
About Krishna Janmashtami
Krishna Janmashtami is celebrated with fasting, devotional singing, temple visits, and midnight prayers marking the birth of Lord Krishna. The festival inspires devotion, righteousness, love, and compassion through Krishna's teachings and life.
CategoryHindu Festivals
TraditionHindu
Festival typeReligious Festival
Observed inIndia
Published festival timing
Date, Day and Muhurat
September42026
Friday
4 September 2026, Friday
Muhurat will be updated when publishedHoliday
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When is Krishna Janmashtami?+
Krishna Janmashtami is observed on 4 September 2026, Friday.
Why is Krishna Janmashtami celebrated?+
Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna, the eighth incarnation of Lord Vishnu.
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