Maha Shivaratri 2027
What it is
The great night of Shiva. Devotees fast, visit temples and stay awake through the night with prayers and music.
Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
Questions
When is Maha Shivaratri in 2027?
Maha Shivaratri falls on Saturday, 6 March 2027. Many festivals follow the lunar calendar, so the date can differ by a day between regions and families.
What is Maha Shivaratri?
The great night of Shiva. Devotees fast, visit temples and stay awake through the night with prayers and music.
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.