The monsoon months bring many big festivals. In 2027, Raksha Bandhan is on 17 August, Janmashtami on 24 August and Ganesh Chaturthi on 4 September.
| Date | Festival | Key time |
|---|---|---|
| 18 JulSunday | Guru Purnima | — |
| 6 AugFriday | Nag Panchami | 05:45 AM – 12:27 PM |
| 17 AugTuesday | Raksha Bandhan | 01:44 PM – 04:21 PM |
| 24 AugTuesday | Krishna Janmashtami | 12:02 AM – 12:46 AM |
| 4 SeptSaturday | Ganesh Chaturthi | 11:04 AM – 01:36 PM |
| 14 SeptTuesday | Anant Chaturdashi | — |
| 29 SeptWednesday | Sarva Pitru Amavasya | 01:23 PM – 03:47 PM |
Things to watch
- For Raksha Bandhan, tie the rakhi only after Bhadra ends.
- Janmashtami puja is at Nishita Kaal, around midnight.
- Install Ganesha in the Madhyahna muhurat on Ganesh Chaturthi.
Questions people ask
When is Raksha Bandhan 2027?
Tuesday, 17 August 2027.
When is Janmashtami 2027?
Tuesday, 24 August 2027.
When is Ganesh Chaturthi 2027?
Saturday, 4 September 2027.
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