Bhadrapada (Ashtami, Krishna)Lord Krishna (Yogeshwara)
Krishna Janmashtami
Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the joyful midnight appearance of Lord Krishna in Mathura, the divine teacher of the Bhagavad Gita.
Verified Timings
Puja Muhurat for Krishna Janmashtami (2026)
Date (2026)2026-09-04
Puja Time WindowNishita Kaal: 11:58 PM to 12:44 AM (Sep 5)
Pradosh Kaal06:40 PM to 08:58 PM
Auspicious LagnaVrishabha Lagna
Upcoming Dates Calendar (2025 - 2027)
| Year | Observed Date | Day & Tithi |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2025-08-16 | Bhadrapada (Ashtami, Krishna) |
| 2026 (Current) | 2026-09-04 | Bhadrapada (Ashtami, Krishna) |
| 2027 | 2027-08-25 | Bhadrapada (Ashtami, Krishna) |
Significance & History
Observed with Nirjala or Phalahari fast through the day, swinging infant Krishna (Laddu Gopal) in an ornate swing at midnight, singing Bhajans, and offering Makhan-Mishri.
Step-by-Step Puja Vidhi
- Observe fasting and maintain purity of thought throughout the day.
- Decorate a beautiful swing (Jhula) for Laddu Gopal with flowers.
- At midnight, symbolically manifest Laddu Gopal from a sliced cucumber.
- Bathe the Lord with milk, curd, honey, ghee, sugar (Panchamrit) and Ganga jal.
- Wipe clean with soft silk and dress Him in yellow robes, Peacock feather (Mor Pankh), and flute.
- Place Him in the swing and gently rock with love.
- Offer Makhan-Mishri with Tulsi leaves, Dhaniya Panjiri, and seasonal fruits.
- Perform Aarti, blow conch, and break the fast with Prasadam.
Essential Puja Samagri List
✓Laddu Gopal idol & decorated swing (Jhula)
✓Cucumber with stem attached
✓Mor Pankh (Peacock feather) & tiny Flute (Bansuri)
✓Panchamrit & Ganga jal
✓Makhan (fresh white butter) & Mishri (rock sugar)
✓Tulsi leaves
✓Dhaniya Panjiri
Sacred Mantras for Chanting
Krishna Maha Mantra
हरे कृष्ण हरे कृष्ण कृष्ण कृष्ण हरे हरे। हरे राम हरे राम राम राम हरे हरे॥
Hare Krishna Hare Krishna Krishna Krishna Hare Hare। Hare Rama Hare Rama Rama Rama Hare Hare॥
Meaning: O all-attractive Lord Krishna, O source of all supreme pleasure Lord Rama, engage me in your transcendental loving service.
❓ Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Why is Makhan Mishri offered to Laddu Gopal?
Fresh butter represents the pure, churned essence of devotion, and rock sugar adds the sweetness of divine love. It was Lord Krishna's most beloved food in Gokul.