Hindu Calendar Observances for October 2026

The Hindu calendar for October 2026 includes several significant lunar days and religious observances. Dashami Tithi, which is associated with Vijayadashami (Dussehra), is scheduled to begin at 12:52 PM on Tuesday, October 20, 2026, and will conclude at 2:13 PM on October 21, 2026. This day commemorates the victory of good over evil, specifically Lord Rama’s victory over Ravana and Goddess Durga’s triumph over Mahishasura.

Later in the month, on October 28, 2026, the calendar marks Krishna Paksha Dwitiya and Tritiya tithi during the waning phase of the moon. The Krittika nakshatra is observed until late afternoon on October 28, followed by the Rohini nakshatra. The moon sign transitions to Vrishabha Rashi during this period.