Ganesh Visarjan 2026: Ritual immersion dates and auspicious timings

The ten-day Ganesh Chaturthi festival in 2026 concludes with Ganpati Visarjan, the ritual immersion of Lord Ganesha idols. While many devotees perform immersion after one, three, five, or seven days, the major public celebrations culminate on Anant Chaturdashi.

In 2026, Anant Chaturdashi will be observed on Friday, September 25. The Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturdashi तिथि begins at 11:18 PM on September 24 and ends at 11:06 PM on September 25. Auspicious timings for worship and immersion on this day include morning slots from 6:11 AM to 10:42 AM and various afternoon and evening windows. The day also features the presence of Ravi Yoga, considered a highly auspicious astrological period.

For those observing a three-day celebration, immersion is scheduled for September 16, 2026. Rituals typically involve offering durva, flowers, and modaks, followed by family prayers and seeking forgiveness before the respectful immersion of the deity.