Festivals and tithis

When is Vivah Panchami? 2026 date

Next date: Monday, 14 December 2026

Vivah Panchami dates (2026–2028)

DateDayReference time (New Delhi)
14 December 2026Monday7:05 am (sunrise)
3 December 2027Friday6:57 am (sunrise)
21 November 2028Tuesday6:48 am (sunrise)

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).

Vivah Panchami — what it is

Vivah Panchami commemorates the wedding of Shri Ram and Mata Sita. The Ramayana is recited and the wedding is celebrated, especially in Ayodhya and Janakpur.

Tithi: Margashirsha Shukla Panchami.

Things to keep in mind

Many families avoid holding their own children’s weddings on this day; the custom varies by region.

Frequently asked questions

When is Vivah Panchami in 2026?

Vivah Panchami in 2026 is on Monday, 14 December 2026.

What is the auspicious time for Vivah Panchami?

The reference time for New Delhi is 7:05 am (sunrise). The full puja window depends on sunrise and sunset in your city, so check your own city’s panchang.

On which tithi is Vivah Panchami observed?

Margashirsha Shukla Panchami.

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