August 2026 Vrat Tyohar: When is Rakshabandhan, Hariyali Teej, solar and lunar eclipse in August? fasts and festivals

August Vrat Festival 2026: August is the 8th month in the English calendar. Usually, August coincides with the month of Sawan. At this time, monsoon is at its peak and the earth is covered with a blanket of greenery. In the Vedic tradition, this period is considered not only for natural beauty but also for penance, fasting, worship and introspection. The special thing is that this time in August both solar and lunar eclipses are taking place.

Know the dates of major fasting festivals like Hariyali Teej, Sawan Somwar, Sawan Shivratri, Kamika and Pavitra Ekadashi, Hariyali Amavasya, Rakshabandhan in August 2026.

August 2026 fast and festival

2 August 2026 – Gajanan Sankashti Chaturthi

This is the Chaturthi of Krishna Paksha of Sawan. It is believed that observing a fast on this day and seeing the moon after worshiping Ganesha will bless you with wisdom, happiness and prosperity.

Sawan Monday – (3, 10, 17, 24 August)

All Mondays of Sawan are considered very special for performing Jalabhishek and Shiva worship.

Mangala Gauri Vrat – (4, 11,18, 25 August)

It is considered especially auspicious for married women. It is believed that this brings unbroken good fortune, happy married life and prosperity in the family.

9 August 2026 – Kamika Ekadashi

Kamika Ekadashi is considered to fulfill all the wishes. Sins are destroyed by the effect of this fast.

11 August 2026 – Sawan Shivratri

On Sawan Shivratri, water of Kanwar is offered to Lord Shiva. On this day, the benefit of night vigil, Rudrabhishek and mantra chanting is double.

11 August 2026 – Hariyali Amavasya, Solar Eclipse

Hariyali Amavasya is a festival of tree plantation and remembrance of ancestors. A solar eclipse is taking place on this day, although it will not be visible in India.

15 August 2026 – Hariyali Teej

Hariyali Teej is a festival symbolizing the reunion of Mother Parvati and Lord Shiva. Women observe fast on this day for a happy married life, unbroken good fortune and family prosperity.

17 August 2026 – Nag Panchami, Singh Sankranti, 3rd Sawan Monday

After 23 years, there is a coincidence of Sawan Somavar on Nag Panchami. On this day, Sun will also transit in Leo.

24 August 2026 – Pavitra Ekadashi, Putrada Ekadashi, Fourth Sawan Monday

This Ekadashi fast is special for having a child. On this day, before Rakshabandhan, Rakhi is tied to Shri Krishna.

26 August 2026 – Onam

Onam is a major festival of Kerala, which is considered a symbol of the memory and prosperity of King Mahabali. This festival gives the message of equality, happiness and love and brotherhood in the society.

28 August 2026 – Sawan Purnima, Rakshabandhan, Varalakshmi Vrat, Lunar Eclipse

Rakshabandhan on Sawan Purnima is the festival of unbreakable love between brother and sister and Varalakshmi fast is observed to seek the blessings of Goddess Lakshmi. A lunar eclipse is taking place on this day which will not be visible in India.

29 August 2026 – Bhadrapada month begins

Bhadrapada month is considered very important for the worship of Lord Shri Krishna, Lord Ganesha and Rishi tradition.

31 August 2026 – Bahula Chauth, Kajri Teej

On Bahula Chauth, Mother Cow is worshiped and wishes are made for the happiness, prosperity of the family and protection of children. Kajri Teej is a major festival of women, which is considered a symbol of marital happiness, good fortune and blessings of Lord Shiva-Parvati.

(FAQ)

Q1. When and how long will Saavan be in August 2026?
Answer: Saavan, starting from 30th July, will continue till 28th August.

Q2. When will the solar and lunar eclipses occur in August 2026?
Answer: 11 August 2026 solar eclipse on and 28 August 2026 There will be a lunar eclipse on . Both eclipses will not be visible in India.

Q3. When is Rakshabandhan and Hariyali Teej in August 2026?
Answer: 15 August 2026 on Hariyali Teej and 28 August 2026 The festival of Rakshabandhan will be celebrated.

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