Govardhan Puja 2026
What it is
Remembers young Krishna lifting Govardhan hill to shelter the village from the rain. Many temples build a ‘mountain’ of food called annakut.
Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
Questions
When is Govardhan Puja in 2026?
Govardhan Puja falls on Tuesday, 10 November 2026. Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
What is Govardhan Puja?
Remembers young Krishna lifting Govardhan hill to shelter the village from the rain. Many temples build a ‘mountain’ of food called annakut.
Families celebrate in many ways, and customs change from region to region and home to home. This page gives a short, kind overview for children and parents, not a rulebook. Dates were checked against Drik Panchang and Office Holidays.