Festivals and tithis

When is Ganesh Chaturthi? 2027 date

Next date: Saturday, 4 September 2027

Ganesh Chaturthi dates (2026–2028)

DateDayReference time (New Delhi)
14 September 2026Monday12:16 pm (midday)
4 September 2027Saturday12:20 pm (midday)
23 August 2028Wednesday12:23 pm (midday)

Dates are calculated astronomically from sunrise and sunset in New Delhi. In other cities the tithi timing can occasionally move the festival to another day; confirm with your local panchang or Pandit Ji for the final decision.

· Source: KaalChakra Jyotish’s own astronomical calculation (Vedic sidereal method, Lahiri ayanamsa).

Ganesh Chaturthi — what it is

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles. An idol is installed at home or in a pandal and immersed after a ten-day festival on Anant Chaturdashi.

Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi. The idol is installed at madhyahna, around midday.

Things to keep in mind

The day is the one on which Chaturthi holds at madhyahna, so it can differ from the day a plain calendar shows.

Read the full guide: Ganesh Chaturthi →

Frequently asked questions

When is Ganesh Chaturthi in 2027?

Ganesh Chaturthi in 2027 is on Saturday, 4 September 2027.

What is the auspicious time for Ganesh Chaturthi?

The reference time for New Delhi is 12:20 pm (midday). The full puja window depends on sunrise and sunset in your city, so check your own city’s panchang.

On which tithi is Ganesh Chaturthi observed?

Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi. The idol is installed at madhyahna, around midday.

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