Amavasya 2026 Dates: Every month, the new moon night falls when the moon is not visible in the sky. Hindu scriptures hold special significance for Amavasya. According to belief, fasting, donating, chanting, or engaging in any spiritual practice on this day brings stability and peace to the mind. Amavasya is also considered a highly auspicious occasion for ancestors, as offering tarpan (offerings) performed on this day brings peace to their souls.

Each month's Amavasya has its own unique name and significance. The Amavasya dates falling in different months are considered auspicious for various religious activities, rituals, and ceremonies. Let's explore the dates of Amavasya in 2026 and their religious and spiritual significance.

List of Amavasya Dates in 2026

Name of Amavasya Date
January 18, 2026, Sunday Darsha Amavasya (Magh Amavasya)
February 17, 2026, Tuesday Darsha Amavasya (Phalguna Amavasya)
March 18, 2026, Wednesday Chaitra Amavasya (Darsha Amavasya)
April 17, 2026, Friday Darsha Amavasya (Vaisakha Amavasya)
May 16, 2026, Saturday Darsha Amavasya (Jyeshtha Amavasya)
June 14, 2026, Sunday Darsha Amavasya (Jyeshtha Adhik Amavasya)
July 14, 2026, Tuesday Darsha Amavasya (Ashadha Amavasya)
August 12, 2026, Wednesday Shravan Amavasya
September 10, 2026, Thursday Darsha Amavasya (Bhadrapada Amavasya)
October 10, 2026, Saturday Darsha Amavasya (Ashwin Amavasya)
November 8, 2026, Sunday Darsha Amavasya (Kartik Amavasya)
December 8, 2026, Tuesday, Darsha Amavasya (Margashirsha Amavasya)

The significance of Amavasya is not limited to performing Shraddha rituals; this day is also considered highly auspicious for spiritual activities such as meditation, worship, and charity. Donating food, clothing, or money in memory of ancestors on this occasion is considered auspicious, ensuring the continued blessings of ancestors upon the family.

In addition, bathing in a holy river or clean water on Amavasya and worshipping Lord Shiva and Vishnu bestows special merit. According to religious beliefs, the Amavasya dates of 2026 are very important for spiritual practice and religious rituals.

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