When Is Sawan 2026? Complete Schedule of Somwar Vrat, Mangala Gauri Vrat and Kanwar Yatra

Looking for the Sawan 2026 calendar? Find the exact start and end dates of Shravan, all Sawan Somwar Vrat dates, Mangala Gauri Vrat schedule, and Kanwar Yatra information.

Sawan, or Shravan, is the holiest month that is devoted to Lord Shiva. Followers of the religion patiently wait for the period of Sawan to celebrate Sawan Somwar Vrats, engage in the Rudrabhishek, take part in the Kanwar Yatra, and pray for the favors of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati. Those planning religious activities in 2026 will find below the detailed Sawan 2026 timetable, which contains the details of the month in question, important vrat dates, and necessary rituals.

When Will Sawan 2026 Begin and End?

According to the Hindu calendar, the holy month of Sawan (Shravan) in 2026 will be celebrated from 30 July to 28 August 2026, when Shravan Purnima is celebrated. Raksha Bandhan will coincide with this festival.

Important Dates

• Sawan 2026 Begins: Thursday, 30 July 2026

• Shravan Purnima: Friday, 28 August 2026

• Raksha Bandhan 2026: Friday, 28 August 2026

The Pratipada Tithi of Shravan starts on the night of 29 July 2026. However, according to Hindu tradition, the commencement of the other months is calculated on the basis of the sun rise. Therefore, the month of Sawan will commence officially on 30 July 2026.

Sawan has been more than just one of the holy months marked on the calendar, as it is the important time of the worshippers of Lord Shiva and they get a chance to practice devotion, self-control, prayer, and purification of their souls as emphasized by Sanatangyan.

Why Do Sawan Dates Differ Across India?

According to traditional Hindu calendars, two systems are commonly followed:

Purnimanta calendar - used in the North of India such as UP, Bihar, Punjab, Rajasthan, MP and Uttarakhand.

Amanta Calendar is observed in the states of Maharashtra, Gujarat, Goa, Karnataka, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Tamil Nadu.

This variance in the calendar has led to the fact that in some regions, a few dates in regard to Sawan Somwar can be off by as much as 15 days. Nepal and a few regions of Himachal Pradesh and Uttarakhand also observe the Solar Calendar, which furthers the variations.

Sawan Somwar Vrat 2026 Dates

One of the several things about Shravan Mondays is that these days are particularly loved by Lord Shiva. Observing a fast and performing Shiva Puja on such days is believed to bring happiness, prosperity, and an amiable relationship with one's spouse.

The scriptures glorify devotion to Lord Shiva:

श्रद्धावान् लभते ज्ञानं तत्परः संयतेन्द्रियः। -(Bhagavad Gita 4.39)

A devoted person who practices self-discipline attains divine wisdom and spiritual blessings.

Complete Sawan Somwar Schedule 2026

• 3 August 2026 – First Sawan Somwar

• 10 August 2026 – Second Sawan Somwar

• 17 August 2026 – Third Sawan Somwar

• 24 August 2026 – Fourth Sawan Somwar

On such auspicious Mondays, devotees carry out offerings of water, milk, honey, and Bael to the Shiva Lingam. There is always a massive influx of devotees in temples throughout India from the early morning hours.

Many at Sanatangyan also tend to follow the tradition related to Solah Somwar Vrat during this holy month.

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Mangala Gauri Vrat 2026 Dates

Sawan is not only the month dedicated to Lord Shiva, but it is also considered a very lucky month to pray to Goddess Parvati. During the Tuesdays of Shravan, women pray to the Goddess to bless their husbands with long and healthy lives.

Mangala Gauri Vrat Schedule 2026

• 4 August 2026 – First Mangala Gauri Vrat

• 11 August 2026 – Second Mangala Gauri Vrat

• 18 August 2026 – Third Mangala Gauri Vrat

• 25 August 2026 – Fourth Mangala Gauri Vrat

Parvati is believed to represent devotion and marital happiness. Praying to the goddess during Sawan is said to lead to peace and prosperity in the family.

Kanwar Yatra 2026 Begins with Sawan

The Sawan month marks the start of Kanwar Yatra, which is one of the largest religious journeys in India.

Millions of devotees, known as Kanwariyas, travel to sacred places such as:

• Haridwar

• Gangotri

• Sultanganj

• Gaumukh

• Other holy Ganga ghats

During this time, the devotees get to taste holy water of Ganga and transport it to different places for offering to Lord Shiva during Jalabhishek.

The atmosphere during Kanwar Yatra is full of devotion as the slogans of "Har Har Mahadev" can be heard all over.

Rudrabhishek and Important Sawan Rituals

Sawan is considered one of the best times to perform:

• Rudrabhishek

• Mahamrityunjaya Mantra Jaap

• Shiva Chalisa Path

• Jalabhishek

• Donation and charity

• Temple visits and satsang

The powerful Mahamrityunjaya Mantra is widely recited during Sawan:

ॐ त्र्यम्बकं यजामहे सुगन्धिं पुष्टिवर्धनम्।

उर्वारुकमिव बन्धनान्मृत्योर्मुक्षीय मामृतात्॥

"May Lord Shiva free devotees from suffering and fear, just as a ripe fruit separates effortlessly from its stem, and bless them with spiritual immortality."

Sawan is considered a sacred time for worship, since it has the power to remove obstacles, bring prosperity and lead the devotees towards spiritual progress.

Sawan 2026, from 30 July to 28 August, is an excellent occasion to deepen devotion to Lord Shiva with the help of Somwar Vrats, Mangala Gauri Vrats, Kanwar Yatra and other religious rituals and to receive blessings and spiritual advancement from the God.