2026 Ekadashi Vrat Dates | Ekadashi Fasting Days 2026

Next Ekadashi: Parsva Ekadashi — Tuesday, September 22, 2026

Ekadashi Vrat is one of the most important fasting observances dedicated to Lord Vishnu, also known as Shri Hari or Narayana. According to the Hindu lunar calendar, two Ekadashi fasting days generally occur every month—one during the Krishna Paksha and another during the Shukla Paksha. Therefore, there are normally 24 Ekadashi fasting days in a year.

Since Ekadashi dates are calculated according to the lunar tithi, the fasting date and Parana time can vary depending on the geographical location. The following 2026 Ekadashi dates are based on the Panchang details provided for Washington, D.C., United States.

Parsva Ekadashi 2026

Parsva Ekadashi is also known as Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi. In 2026, Parsva Ekadashi will be observed on Tuesday, September 22, 2026.

• Ekadashi begins: September 21, 2026, at 10:30 AM
• Ekadashi ends: September 22, 2026, at 12:13 PM
• Tithi: Bhadrapada Shukla Ekadashi
• Fasting Day: September 22, 2026

Parsva Ekadashi is considered an important day for worshipping Lord Vishnu through fasting, prayer, meditation, Vishnu Nama Japa and spiritual practices.

January 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Shattila Ekadashi — January 13/14, 2026
• Jaya Ekadashi — January 28/29, 2026

Shattila Ekadashi occurs during Magha Krishna Paksha, while Jaya Ekadashi occurs during Magha Shukla Paksha.

February 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Vijaya Ekadashi — February 12, 2026
• Amalaki Ekadashi — February 27, 2026

Vijaya Ekadashi falls during Phalguna Krishna Paksha, while Amalaki Ekadashi falls during Phalguna Shukla Paksha.

March 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Papamochani Ekadashi — March 14, 2026
• Kamada Ekadashi — March 28, 2026

Papamochani Ekadashi occurs during Chaitra Krishna Paksha, while Kamada Ekadashi occurs during Chaitra Shukla Paksha.

April 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Varuthini Ekadashi — April 13, 2026
• Mohini Ekadashi — April 27, 2026

Varuthini Ekadashi occurs during Vaishakha Krishna Paksha, while Mohini Ekadashi occurs during Vaishakha Shukla Paksha.

May 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Apara Ekadashi — May 12, 2026
• Vaishnava Apara Ekadashi — May 13, 2026
• Padmini Ekadashi — May 26, 2026

According to Panchang calculations, sometimes an Ekadashi tithi can touch two consecutive civil dates. In such situations, the fasting day may differ according to Smartha and Vaishnava traditions.

June 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Parama Ekadashi — June 11, 2026
• Nirjala Ekadashi — June 25, 2026

Nirjala Ekadashi is one of the most famous Ekadashi observances and occurs during Jyeshtha Shukla Paksha. Traditionally, devotees may observe a strict fast without water. However, the level of fasting should be determined according to one's health, physical capacity and religious tradition.

July 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Yogini Ekadashi — July 10, 2026
• Devshayani Ekadashi — July 24, 2026

Devshayani Ekadashi is also known as Harishayani Ekadashi or Ashadhi Ekadashi. It has special importance in Vaishnava traditions and is associated with the beginning of Lord Vishnu's cosmic sleep, according to traditional Hindu belief.

August 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Kamika Ekadashi — August 8, 2026
• Shravana Putrada Ekadashi — August 23, 2026

Kamika Ekadashi occurs during Shravana Krishna Paksha, while Shravana Putrada Ekadashi occurs during Shravana Shukla Paksha.

September 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Aja Ekadashi — September 6/7, 2026
• Parsva Ekadashi — September 22, 2026

Aja Ekadashi occurs during Bhadrapada Krishna Paksha. In 2026, the Ekadashi tithi extends across September 6 and 7 according to the Panchang details and different fasting traditions.

The next important Ekadashi after Aja Ekadashi is Parsva Ekadashi on September 22, 2026.

October 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Indira Ekadashi — October 6, 2026
• Papankusha Ekadashi — October 21, 2026

Indira Ekadashi occurs during Ashwina Krishna Paksha, while Papankusha Ekadashi occurs during Ashwina Shukla Paksha.

November 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Rama Ekadashi — November 4, 2026
• Devutthana Ekadashi — November 20, 2026

Devutthana Ekadashi is also known as Prabodhini Ekadashi or Devotthan Ekadashi. According to Hindu tradition, Lord Vishnu awakens from His cosmic sleep on this day.

December 2026 Ekadashi Dates

• Utpanna Ekadashi — December 4, 2026
• Mokshada Ekadashi — December 19/20, 2026

Mokshada Ekadashi occurs during Margashirsha Shukla Paksha. In several Vaishnava traditions, it is also associated with Vaikuntha Ekadashi and is considered especially important for devotees of Lord Vishnu.

2026 Ekadashi Vrat Calendar

How to Observe Ekadashi Vrat?

On Ekadashi, devotees traditionally worship Lord Vishnu, chant His holy names, recite Vishnu Sahasranama, read the Bhagavad Gita and engage in prayer and meditation.

Depending on their health and spiritual practice, devotees may observe a Nirjala fast, water-only fast, fruit fast or a light sattvic diet. The type of fasting should be decided according to one's physical capacity and personal religious tradition.

During Ekadashi fasting, devotees traditionally avoid rice, grains and cereals. Specific fasting rules can vary among different Hindu and Vaishnava traditions.

The Ekadashi fast is generally concluded on the following day, Dwadashi, after sunrise during the appropriate Parana time. Therefore, devotees should check the local Panchang for the correct Parana time instead of relying only on the calendar date.

Difference Between Smartha and Vaishnava Ekadashi

Sometimes the Ekadashi tithi extends across two consecutive civil dates. In such cases, the fasting day may differ between Smartha and Vaishnava traditions.

In particular, Vaishnava traditions consider the relationship between Dashami, Ekadashi and Dwadashi tithis along with the local sunrise while determining the appropriate fasting day.

Devotees following the Sri Vaishnava tradition or another specific Vaishnava Sampradaya should therefore give priority to the Panchang and fasting rules followed by their own Acharya tradition.

Religious Significance of Ekadashi Vrat

In the Sanatana Hindu tradition, Ekadashi is regarded as a sacred day dedicated to devotion, self-discipline and worship of Lord Vishnu. Devotees spend the day in prayer, Vishnu Nama Japa, meditation, worship, charity, Satsanga and the reading or listening of sacred scriptures.

The purpose of Ekadashi is not simply to abstain from food. It is also a spiritual practice intended to control the mind, speech and actions and to focus one's consciousness on Lord Shri Hari and Lord Narayana.

Next Ekadashi: Parsva Ekadashi — Tuesday, September 22, 2026. Ekadashi fasting and Parana timings may vary according to location, so devotees should consult the local Panchang for the final fasting and Parana times.