The Hindu Calendar December 2026 marks the transition from Kartik to Margashirsha month and holds deep spiritual importance. The Hindu Calendar December 2026 includes important observances like Mokshada Ekadashi and Margashirsha Purnima, making it ideal for devotion and reflection.
Following the Hindu Panchang helps align daily activities with cosmic rhythms described in the Vedas and Puranas.
Table of Contents
- What is Panchang?
- Hindu Calendar December 2026 Overview
- Festivals
- Regional Observances
- Global Observances
- Tithi Calendar
- Important Dates
- Monthly Panchang Table
- Best Days
- Spiritual Significance
- Rituals
- Benefits
- FAQs
What is Hindu Panchang?
The Hindu Panchang is a lunar calendar system that determines tithi, fasting days, and auspicious timings in the Hindu Calendar December 2026.
Hindu Calendar December 2026 Overview
- Margashirsha month (major portion)
- Pausha begins later
The Hindu Calendar December 2026 is considered spiritually calm and focused on devotion, charity, and inner reflection.
Read more: Hindu Philosophy
Important Hindu Festivals December 2026
- December 8 – Mokshada Ekadashi
- December 9 – Gita Jayanti
- December 15 – Margashirsha Purnima
- December 23 – Saphala Ekadashi
Regional Observances (India)
- December 3, 10, 17, 24 – Margashirsha Lakshmi Vrat (Maharashtra, Karnataka)
Dedicated to Goddess Lakshmi, observed on Thursdays of Margashirsha month. - December 8 – Gita Jayanti Celebrations (North India, Kurukshetra, ISKCON temples)
Marks the day when Lord Krishna delivered the Bhagavad Gita. - December 16 onwards – Dhanurmasa Rituals Begin (Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala temples)
Special early morning pujas dedicated to Lord Vishnu. - December (entire Margashirsha period) – Vaishnav Traditions (Gujarat, Rajasthan)
Increased devotion to Lord Krishna and Vishnu through bhajans and fasting. - December (monthly observance) – Jagannath Temple Rituals (Odisha, Puri region)
Special offerings and rituals in Vaishnav temples.
Global Observances in December 2026
- December 1 – World AIDS Day
Raises awareness about HIV/AIDS and supports global health initiatives. - December 10 – Human Rights Day
Promotes equality, dignity, and fundamental rights across the world. - December 20 – International Human Solidarity Day
Highlights unity and global cooperation for development and peace. - December 25 – Christmas
Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ, observed worldwide with joy and gatherings. - December 31 – New Year’s Eve
Marks the end of the year with celebrations and new beginnings.
Tithi-wise Hindu Calendar December 2026
- Krishna Paksha continues in early December
- Shukla Paksha begins mid-month
- Purnima occurs on December 15
Important Dates at a Glance
- Ekadashi: December 8, December 23
- Purnima: December 15
Monthly Panchang Table (Hindu Calendar December 2026)
| Date | Day | Tithi | Paksha | Observance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1 | Tuesday | Krishna Ashtami | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 2 | Wednesday | Krishna Navami | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 3 | Thursday | Krishna Dashami | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 4 | Friday | Krishna Ekadashi | Krishna Paksha | Ekadashi |
| Dec 5 | Saturday | Krishna Dwadashi | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 6 | Sunday | Krishna Trayodashi | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 7 | Monday | Krishna Chaturdashi | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 8 | Tuesday | Amavasya | Krishna Paksha | Amavasya |
| Dec 9 | Wednesday | Shukla Pratipada | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 10 | Thursday | Shukla Dwitiya | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 11 | Friday | Shukla Tritiya | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 12 | Saturday | Shukla Chaturthi | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 13 | Sunday | Shukla Panchami | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 14 | Monday | Shukla Shashthi | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 15 | Tuesday | Purnima | Shukla Paksha | Margashirsha Purnima |
| Dec 16 | Wednesday | Krishna Pratipada | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 17 | Thursday | Krishna Dwitiya | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 18 | Friday | Krishna Tritiya | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 19 | Saturday | Krishna Chaturthi | Krishna Paksha | Sankashti |
| Dec 20 | Sunday | Krishna Panchami | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 21 | Monday | Krishna Shashthi | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 22 | Tuesday | Krishna Saptami | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 23 | Wednesday | Krishna Ekadashi | Krishna Paksha | Saphala Ekadashi |
| Dec 24 | Thursday | Krishna Dwadashi | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 25 | Friday | Krishna Trayodashi | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 26 | Saturday | Krishna Chaturdashi | Krishna Paksha | — |
| Dec 27 | Sunday | Amavasya | Krishna Paksha | Amavasya |
| Dec 28 | Monday | Shukla Pratipada | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 29 | Tuesday | Shukla Dwitiya | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 30 | Wednesday | Shukla Tritiya | Shukla Paksha | — |
| Dec 31 | Thursday | Shukla Chaturthi | Shukla Paksha | — |
Best Days for Important Activities
- Mokshada Ekadashi – Spiritual liberation
- Purnima – Charity and devotion
- Avoid – Amavasya for major work
Spiritual Significance
- Margashirsha is dear to Lord Krishna
- Ekadashi fasting purifies mind
- Charity brings punya
Rituals
- Ekadashi fasting
- Gita Jayanti recitation
- दान (charity)
Learn more: Vedic Rituals
Benefits
- Spiritual clarity
- Mental peace
- Karmic balance
FAQs
When is Mokshada Ekadashi 2026?
December 8, 2026.
When is Gita Jayanti?
December 9, 2026.
When is Margashirsha Purnima?
December 15, 2026.
Note: Dates follow Indian Panchang (IST).
