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Maha Shivaratri
Maha Shivaratri is the great night of Shiva, a Hindu festival in February or March marked by fasting and night-long worship.
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OrganiserBAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha
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Last checked19 October 2026
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About the day
Maha Shivaratri is one of the most important nights for devotees of Shiva. Many people fast during the day and stay awake through the night for prayers and chanting at temples. Hindu festival dates follow the lunar calendar and can vary by a day between regions and communities.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Saturday 6 March 2027 | UK, International | Confirmed by the organiser |
Where this information comes from
- BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha: festival list 2026
- BAPS Swaminarayan Sanstha: festival list 2027
- ICAR-CPCRI (Government of India) restricted holidays 2026
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