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📅 Monday, September 14, 2026 at 00:00:00 UTC

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What is Ganesh Chaturthi?

A Hindu festival celebrating the annual arrival of the Hindu god Ganesha to earth from his celestial abode.

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In 2026, Ganesh Chaturthi will be celebrated on September 14.

About Ganesh Chaturthi

Ganesh Chaturthi is a significant Hindu festival that celebrates the arrival of Lord Ganesha, the elephant-headed god, to Earth from his celestial abode. This festival typically lasts for ten days, culminating in the immersion of Ganesha idols in water, symbolizing his return to Mount Kailash. The festival is marked by vibrant decorations, music, dance, and various cultural activities.

The origins of Ganesh Chaturthi can be traced back to the 19th century when it was popularized by the social reformer Lokmanya Tilak as a means to unite people during the Indian independence movement. Over the years, it has evolved into a grand public celebration, especially in states like Maharashtra.

During the festival, devotees bring home idols of Ganesha, offer prayers, and prepare traditional sweets like modaks, which are believed to be Ganesha's favorite. The festival not only fosters community spirit but also serves as a reminder of the importance of wisdom, prosperity, and good fortune, which Ganesha represents.

Key facts

First held: 1893
Duration: 10 days
Celebrated in: India and worldwide

Frequently asked questions about Ganesh Chaturthi.

Ganesh Chaturthi is on September 14, 2026.

It celebrates the arrival of Lord Ganesha to Earth and symbolizes wisdom and prosperity.

Devotees bring home Ganesha idols, offer prayers, and participate in cultural activities.

Modaks, a sweet dumpling, are traditionally prepared during this festival.

It is particularly celebrated in Maharashtra, India, but is observed worldwide.

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Ganesh Chaturthi start times in other key cities:

Abiyán Mon 00:00:00
Addis Abeba Mon 00:00:00
Ahmedabad Mon 00:00:00
Alejandría Mon 00:00:00
Ankara Mon 00:00:00
Bagdad Mon 00:00:00
Bangalore Mon 00:00:00
Bangkok Mon 00:00:00
Bogotá Mon 00:00:00
Bombay Mon 00:00:00
Cantón Mon 00:00:00
Chongqing Mon 00:00:00
Ciudad de Ho Chi Minh Mon 00:00:00
Ciudad de México Mon 00:00:00
Ciudad del Cabo Mon 00:00:00
Daca Mon 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam Mon 00:00:00
El Cairo Mon 00:00:00
Estambul Mon 00:00:00
Hanoi Mon 00:00:00
Hong Kong Mon 00:00:00
Jartum Mon 00:00:00
Johannesburgo Mon 00:00:00
Kano Mon 00:00:00
Karachi Mon 00:00:00
Kinshasa Mon 00:00:00
Lagos Mon 00:00:00
Lahore Mon 00:00:00
Lima Mon 00:00:00
Londres Mon 00:00:00
Luanda Mon 00:00:00
Melbourne Mon 00:00:00
Moscú Mon 00:00:00
Nueva Delhi Mon 00:00:00
Nueva York Mon 00:00:00
Pekín Mon 00:00:00
Riad Mon 00:00:00
Río de Janeiro Mon 00:00:00
San Pablo Mon 00:00:00
San Petersburgo Mon 00:00:00
Santiago Mon 00:00:00
Seúl Mon 00:00:00
Shanghái Mon 00:00:00
Shenzhen Mon 00:00:00
Singapur Mon 00:00:00
Sídney Mon 00:00:00
Teherán Mon 00:00:00
Tokio Mon 00:00:00
Yakarta Mon 00:00:00

Location	Time
Abiyán	Mon 00:00:00
Addis Abeba	Mon 00:00:00
Ahmedabad	Mon 00:00:00
Alejandría	Mon 00:00:00
Ankara	Mon 00:00:00
Bagdad	Mon 00:00:00
Bangalore	Mon 00:00:00
Bangkok	Mon 00:00:00
Bogotá	Mon 00:00:00
Bombay	Mon 00:00:00
Cantón	Mon 00:00:00
Chongqing	Mon 00:00:00
Ciudad de Ho Chi Minh	Mon 00:00:00
Ciudad de México	Mon 00:00:00
Ciudad del Cabo	Mon 00:00:00
Daca	Mon 00:00:00
Dar es Salaam	Mon 00:00:00
El Cairo	Mon 00:00:00
Estambul	Mon 00:00:00
Hanoi	Mon 00:00:00
Hong Kong	Mon 00:00:00
Jartum	Mon 00:00:00
Johannesburgo	Mon 00:00:00
Kano	Mon 00:00:00
Karachi	Mon 00:00:00
Kinshasa	Mon 00:00:00
Lagos	Mon 00:00:00
Lahore	Mon 00:00:00
Lima	Mon 00:00:00
Londres	Mon 00:00:00
Luanda	Mon 00:00:00
Melbourne	Mon 00:00:00
Moscú	Mon 00:00:00
Nueva Delhi	Mon 00:00:00
Nueva York	Mon 00:00:00
Pekín	Mon 00:00:00
Riad	Mon 00:00:00
Río de Janeiro	Mon 00:00:00
San Pablo	Mon 00:00:00
San Petersburgo	Mon 00:00:00
Santiago	Mon 00:00:00
Seúl	Mon 00:00:00
Shanghái	Mon 00:00:00
Shenzhen	Mon 00:00:00
Singapur	Mon 00:00:00
Sídney	Mon 00:00:00
Teherán	Mon 00:00:00
Tokio	Mon 00:00:00
Yakarta	Mon 00:00:00

Ganesh Chaturthi start times in different countries:

🇩🇪 Alemania Mon 00:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia Mon 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇸 España Mon 00:00:00
🇺🇸 Estados Unidos Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Etiopía Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Filipinas Mon 00:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Irán Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italia Mon 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón Mon 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇽 México Mon 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán Mon 00:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido Mon 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia Mon 00:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica Mon 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia Mon 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam Mon 00:00:00

Location	Time
🇩🇪 Alemania	Mon 00:00:00
🇩🇿 Argelia	Mon 00:00:00
🇦🇷 Argentina	Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇩 Bangladesh	Mon 00:00:00
🇧🇷 Brasil	Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇳 China	Mon 00:00:00
🇨🇴 Colombia	Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇬 Egipto	Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇸 España	Mon 00:00:00
🇺🇸 Estados Unidos	Mon 00:00:00
🇪🇹 Etiopía	Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇭 Filipinas	Mon 00:00:00
🇫🇷 Francia	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇳 India	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇩 Indonesia	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇷 Irán	Mon 00:00:00
🇮🇹 Italia	Mon 00:00:00
🇯🇵 Japón	Mon 00:00:00
🇰🇪 Kenia	Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇲 Myanmar	Mon 00:00:00
🇲🇽 México	Mon 00:00:00
🇳🇬 Nigeria	Mon 00:00:00
🇵🇰 Pakistán	Mon 00:00:00
🇬🇧 Reino Unido	Mon 00:00:00
🇷🇺 Rusia	Mon 00:00:00
🇿🇦 Sudáfrica	Mon 00:00:00
🇹🇭 Tailandia	Mon 00:00:00
🇻🇳 Vietnam	Mon 00:00:00

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