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Feb 23 · Maha Shivratri
February 1, 2028
TithiShukla Shashthi · upto 12:43 AM
NakshatraRevati · upto 11:28 PM
YogaSiddha · upto 7:54 AM
KaranaKaulava · upto 11:54 AM
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SamvatVikram 2085 · Shaka 1950
PakshaShukla
Sunrise6:58 AM
Sunset4:58 PM
Rahu Kaal2:28 PM – 3:43 PM
Abhijit Muhurat11:38 AM – 12:18 PM
ℹ️ Computed for your city (Drik · Lahiri). For ritually-critical timings, please confirm with your priest.

Boston festival dates — FAQ

When is Dussehra (Vijayadashami) in Boston in 2026?

Dussehra (Vijayadashami) in Boston falls on October 20, 2026. Desi.Net computes this from the lunar tithi at Boston's local sunrise, so it can differ from the date elsewhere. See Dussehra (Vijayadashami) dates worldwide →

When is Karva Chauth in Boston in 2026?

Karva Chauth in Boston falls on October 29, 2026. Desi.Net computes this from the lunar tithi at Boston's local sunrise, so it can differ from the date elsewhere. See Karva Chauth dates worldwide →

When is Dhanteras in Boston in 2026?

Dhanteras in Boston falls on November 6, 2026. Desi.Net computes this from the lunar tithi at Boston's local sunrise, so it can differ from the date elsewhere. See Dhanteras dates worldwide →

When is Diwali in Boston in 2026?

Diwali in Boston falls on November 8, 2026. Desi.Net computes this from the lunar tithi at Boston's local sunrise, so it can differ from the date elsewhere. See Diwali dates worldwide →

What are the upcoming Hindu festival dates in Boston?

Upcoming major festivals in Boston: Dussehra (Vijayadashami) (October 20, 2026), Karva Chauth (October 29, 2026), Dhanteras (November 6, 2026), Diwali (November 8, 2026), Bhai Dooj (November 10, 2026), Chhath Puja (November 15, 2026).

Why are Boston's festival dates different from other cities?

Hindu festival dates are set by the tithi (lunar day) at sunrise in your location, so they can shift by a day between time zones. Desi.Net publishes a separately-computed date for Boston rather than one generic date.