February 2026 is a month of profound spiritual culmination and transition according to the Thakur Prasad Panchang. It marks the sacred conclusion of Magh Snan on Magh Purnima, the grand night of Maha Shivratri dedicated to Lord Shiva, and the birth anniversaries of great saints like Sant Ravidas and Ramakrishna Paramhansa. Importantly, the month ends with the commencement of Holashtak, the eight-day period preceding Holi when auspicious ceremonies are generally avoided.
If you are looking for accurate dates for Maha Shivratri, Magh Purnima Snan, Vijaya Ekadashi, or the precise Vivah Muhurat (marriage dates) for February 2026, the Thakur Prasad Calendar February 2026 is your essential guide. Below, we present the complete day-by-day festival list, Ekadashi schedules, and the highly sought-after marriage Nakshatra timings.
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For precise timings of Magh Purnima Snan (Feb 1), Maha Shivratri Nishita Kaal Puja (Feb 15), Vijaya Ekadashi Paran (Feb 14), and Holashtak commencement (Feb 24), we strongly recommend downloading the official Panchang PDF.
Thakur Prasad 2026 February Calendar: Detailed Day-by-Day Table
We have meticulously transcribed the data from the official Thakur Prasad Almanack into this precise table. Use it to align your Vrats, Pujas, and travel plans with the correct Tithi.
| Date | Day | Festival / Local Event | Significance / Observance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2026 | Sunday | Magh Purnima ; Sant Ravidas Jayanti ; Completion of Magh Snan | Full Moon of Magh. Holy bath concludes month-long Magh Snan. Birth anniversary of Sant Ravidas. |
| Feb 4, 2026 | Wednesday | Shab-e-Barat | Islamic night of forgiveness and prayer. |
| Feb 5, 2026 | Thursday | Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi | Monthly Ganesha fast for obstacle removal. |
| Feb 9, 2026 | Monday | Janaki Jayanti; Kalashtami | Appearance of Goddess Sita. Auspicious day for Lord Bhairav worship. |
| Feb 11, 2026 | Wednesday | Ramdas Navami | Birth anniversary of Sant Ramdas. |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Thursday | Swami Dayanand Saraswati Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Arya Samaj founder Swami Dayanand Saraswati. |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Saturday | Shani Pradosh Vrat | Pradosh fast falling on Saturday (auspicious for Shani and Shiva). |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivratri ; Vaidyanath Jayanti | Great Night of Lord Shiva. Fasting and night vigil. Appearance of Lord Shiva as Vaidyanath. |
| Feb 17, 2026 | Tuesday | Snan Daan Shradh Amavasya | New Moon day. Holy bath and charity for ancestors. |
| Feb 18, 2026 | Wednesday | Chandradarshan | First sighting of the new moon. |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Thursday | Ramakrishna Paramhansa Jayanti ; Fuleradooj; Beginning of Ramzan | Birth of Sri Ramakrishna. Islamic holy month of fasting begins. |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Saturday | Vinayaki Ganesh Chaturthi | Monthly Ganesha Chaturthi fast. |
| Feb 22, 2026 | Sunday | Yagya Vallabhacharya Jayanti | Birth anniversary of the saint and philosopher. |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Tuesday | Durga Ashtami; Beginning of Holashtak | Monthly Durga worship. Start of Holashtak—auspicious ceremonies (weddings, etc.) suspended until after Holi. |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Saturday | Khatu Shyamji Mela (Rajasthan) | Grand fair in honor of Khatu Shyamji (Barbarika). |
Ekadashi Dates in February 2026
February features two significant Ekadashi fasts, both falling on Fridays.
| Date | Day | Ekadashi Name | Paksha | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 13, 2026 | Friday | Vijaya Ekadashi | Krishna Paksha | Observed for success and victory; dedicated to Lord Vishnu for removal of obstacles. |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Friday | Amalaki Ekadashi | Shukla Paksha | Worship of Amla Tree and Lord Vishnu for good health, prosperity, and removal of sins. |
Important: Vijaya Ekadashi is particularly significant for those embarking on new ventures or seeking victory in endeavors. Amalaki Ekadashi falls within the Holashtak period, but the fast itself remains highly meritorious.
Vivah Muhurat (Marriage Dates) in February 2026
Auspicious Wedding Dates with Nakshatra
February 2026 offers several excellent marriage Muhurats, especially during the first three weeks of the month before Holashtak begins on February 24. According to the Thakur Prasad Calendar February 2026, the following dates are Shubh for weddings based on favorable Nakshatras.
| Date | Day | Nakshatra | Notes / Suitability |
|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2026 | Thursday | Uttarabhadra / Hasta | Auspicious day for weddings. Brings wisdom and skillful living. |
| Feb 6, 2026 | Friday | Hasta | Excellent Muhurat. Promotes dexterity and happiness. |
| Feb 8, 2026 | Sunday | Swati | Very favorable. Brings independence and harmony. |
| Feb 10, 2026 | Tuesday | Anuradha | Promising for marriage ceremonies. Fosters friendship and devotion. |
| Feb 12, 2026 | Thursday | Moola | Good spiritual timing. Encourages deep-rooted relationships. |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Saturday | Uttarashada | Highly Auspicious. Signifies lasting victory and stability. |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Thursday | Uttarabhadra | Favorable marriage configuration. Brings wisdom and spiritual growth. |
| Feb 21, 2026 | Saturday | Revati | Ideal for weddings. Promotes prosperity and safe journeys together. |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Tuesday | Rohini | Spiritually positive. Note: This is the last day before Holashtak restrictions fully set in. |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Wednesday | Mrigashira | Ideal for harmonious marriages. |
Critical Advisory: February 24, 2026, marks the beginning of Holashtak. While the Rohini Nakshatra on this day is auspicious, many families prefer to complete weddings before this date. No weddings are recommended after February 25, 2026, until after Holi (March 4, 2026).
Auspicious Muhurat for Other Activities in February 2026
The Thakur Prasad Calendar also provides general guidance for favorable activities beyond weddings.
| Date Range | Activity Type | Recommended Timing |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2, 3 | New Beginnings | Morning |
| Feb 6, 7, 8 | Business | All Day |
| Feb 12, 13, 14 | Property Dealings | Morning |
| Feb 15, 16 | Travel | Evening |
| Feb 19, 20 | Ceremonies | Morning |
| Feb 21, 22, 23 | Investments | Afternoon |
Special Auspicious Dates (Most Favorable Days) in February 2026
Beyond weddings, several days in February hold special significance for Pujas, charity, and religious observances.
| Date | Significance / Recommended Activity |
|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2026 | Magh Purnima – ideal for charity and holy baths in the Ganges. |
| Feb 5, 2026 | Sankashti Ganesh Chaturthi – worship for obstacle removal. |
| Feb 9, 2026 | Kalashtami – devotion to Lord Bhairav. |
| Feb 14, 2026 | Shani Pradosh – powerful for Shiva worship and Shani remedies. |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Maha Shivratri – most sacred day of the month. Observe fast and night vigil. |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Fuleradooj – symbolic of love, purity, and life renewal. |
| Feb 24, 2026 | Durga Ashtami – worship of Goddess Durga; beginning of Holashtak. |
| Feb 27, 2026 | Amalaki Ekadashi – sacred for health and divine blessings. |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Khatu Shyamji Fair – devotional event in Rajasthan. |
Bank and Public Holidays in February 2026
As per the Thakur Prasad Calendar and standard Indian banking norms, the following are holidays in February 2026:
| Date | Day | Festival / Holiday |
|---|---|---|
| Feb 1, 2026 | Sunday | Sant Ravidas Jayanti |
| Feb 15, 2026 | Sunday | Maha Shivratri |
| Feb 19, 2026 | Thursday | Ramakrishna Paramhansa Jayanti (Regional) |
| Feb 28, 2026 | Saturday | National Science Day (Partial Observance) |
Note: Holiday dates may vary by state. Please cross-check with local government notifications.
Conclusion
February 2026 is a month of deep spiritual immersion—concluding the holy Magh Snan on February 1, observing the great night of Maha Shivratri on February 15, and preparing for the upcoming Holi festivities as Holashtak begins on February 24.