October 2026 is a month of profound spiritual transition according to the Thakur Prasad Panchang. It begins with the solemn observances of Pitru Paksha (Shradh), transitions into the vibrant nine nights of Sharad Navratri, and culminates in the victory celebrations of Dussehra. Immediately following, the month brings Sharad Purnima and the revered fast of Karwa Chauth.
If you are looking for accurate Tithi for Shradh, Navratri Ghatasthapana, or Dussehra Puja, the Thakur Prasad Calendar October 2026 is your definitive guide. Below, we provide the complete day-by-day breakdown, including the critical note that there are NO wedding Muhurats available this month.
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For precise timings of Ghatasthapana (Oct 11), Sandhi Puja (Oct 18), and Dussehra Vijay Muhurat (Oct 20), we strongly recommend downloading the official Panchang PDF.
Thakur Prasad 2026 October Calendar: Detailed Day-by-Day Table
We have meticulously transcribed the official Thakur Prasad Almanack data into a precise table. This ensures you do not miss critical Shradh observances or Navratri rituals.
| Date | Day | Festival / Local Event | Significance / Observance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 1, 2026 | Thursday | Chandra Shashthi | Fasting for the Moon God; observed for child health. |
| Oct 2, 2026 | Friday | Gandhi Jayanti; Shastri Jayanti | National Holiday. Birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri. |
| Oct 3, 2026 | Saturday | Jeevit Putrika Vrat (Jitiya) ; Shri Mahalakshmi Vrat; Ashokashtami | Strict Nirjala fast observed by mothers for the long life of their children. |
| Oct 4, 2026 | Sunday | Navmi Shradh; Matri-Navmi | Shradh for those who passed away on Navami Tithi. |
| Oct 6, 2026 | Tuesday | Indira Ekadashi Vrat | Important Ekadashi falling during Pitru Paksha. |
| Oct 7, 2026 | Wednesday | Sanyasi Shradh | Shradh performed for ancestors who had taken Sanyas (renunciation). |
| Oct 8, 2026 | Thursday | Pradosh Vrat; Maas Shivratri Vrat | Monthly night of Lord Shiva worship. |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Friday | Durbharan Shradh | Shradh for those who were unmarried or died by accident. |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Saturday | Snan Daan Shradh Ki Amavasya; Pitri Visarjan; Mahalaya Samapt | End of Pitru Paksha. Most important day for Shradh and Tarpan. |
| Oct 11, 2026 | Sunday | Shardiya Navratra Aarambh (9 Days Begin); Maharaja Agrasen Jayanti | Ghatasthapana (Kalash Sthapana). Start of Sharad Navratri. |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Monday | Chandradarshan Muhurt 15 | First moon sighting after Amavasya (Check local time). |
| Oct 14, 2026 | Wednesday | Vainayki Shri Ganesh Chaturthi Vrat | Vinayaka Chaturthi fast for obstacle removal. |
| Oct 15, 2026 | Thursday | Upang Lalita Vrat | Fasting dedicated to Goddess Lalita Tripura Sundari. |
| Oct 17, 2026 | Saturday | Sarswati Aavahan Mool | Invocation of Goddess Saraswati (Knowledge). |
| Oct 18, 2026 | Sunday | Maha Ashtami | Durga Ashtami. Most important day of Navratri. Kanya Pujan and Sandhi Puja. |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Monday | Maha Navmi | Navratri Day 9. Ayudha Puja and Saraswati Puja in South India. |
| Oct 20, 2026 | Tuesday | Vijayadashmi / Dussehra ; Shami Pooja; Sarswati Visarjan | Victory of Lord Ram over Ravan. Aparajita Puja Muhurat. |
| Oct 22, 2026 | Thursday | Papakunsha Ekadashi Vrat ; Bharat Milap | First Ekadashi after Navratri. Celebrates the reunion of Ram and Bharat. |
| Oct 23, 2026 | Friday | Pradosh Vrat | Shiva Puja in the evening. |
| Oct 25, 2026 | Sunday | Sharad Purnima ; Kojagari | Full Moon of Ashwin. Kheer is prepared under moonlight for health blessings. |
| Oct 26, 2026 | Monday | Valmikiya Jayanti; Parashar Jayanti | Birth anniversary of Sage Valmiki and Sage Parashar. |
| Oct 29, 2026 | Thursday | Karak Chaurthi (Karwa Chauth) ; Dashrath Lalita Vrat | Major Fast for Married Women. Worship of Lord Shiva, Parvati, and Kartikeya. |
| Oct 31, 2026 | Saturday | Skand Shashthi | Dedicated to Lord Murugan/Kartikeya (Observed mainly in South India). |
Ekadashi Dates in October 2026
Two significant Ekadashi fasts occur in October. One is during the austere Pitru Paksha period, and the other follows the celebration of Dussehra.
| Date | Day | Ekadashi Name | Spiritual Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | Tuesday | Indira Ekadashi | Fasting on this day relieves the sins of oneself and one’s Pitras (ancestors). It is especially powerful during Shradh. |
| Oct 22, 2026 | Thursday | Papakunsha Ekadashi | Fasting destroys sins as vast as a mountain (Papakunsha). It is also known as Ashwina Shukla Ekadashi. |
Conclusion
October 2026 is a month of extremes—moving from the solemn remembrance of Shradh to the explosive joy of Dussehra and the romantic devotion of Karwa Chauth. With no wedding dates available, this month is reserved entirely for spiritual cleansing and celebration. Keep the Thakur Prasad Calendar October 2026 close to navigate these powerful Vedic dates with confidence and clarity.