Foundation, Meaning & Getting Started
Navratri Festival: Meaning, Dates, and How It Is Celebrated • The Story of Mahishasura Mardini: The Legend Behind Navratri
Navadurga: Nine Forms & Daily Worship
Day 1: Shailaputri – The Daughter of the Mountain • Day 2: Brahmacharini – The Ascetic Goddess
Fasting Foods, Vrat Recipes & Nutrition
Navratri Fasting Rules: What to Eat and What to Avoid • Sabudana Khichdi: Step-by-Step Vrat Recipe
Garba, Dandiya & Community Celebration
The History and Meaning of Garba and Dandiya • Garba vs. Dandiya: Understanding the Differences
Regional Navratri Traditions Across India
Navratri in Gujarat: The Epicenter of Garba • Durga Puja in West Bengal: Pandal Hopping and Rituals
Fashion, Colors, Jewelry & Beauty
Navratri Outfit Guide for Women: Chaniya Cholis and Sarees • Navratri Outfit Guide for Men: Kediyus and Kurtas
Puja, Rituals, Mantras & Visarjan
Ghatasthapana (Kalash Sthapana): Step-by-Step Guide • Essential Items for Your Navratri Puja Thali
Kids, Family, Schools & Activities
Explaining Navratri to Kids: Stories, Crafts, and Activities • DIY Garba Pot (Garbi) Decoration Ideas for the Family
Modern Navratri, Diaspora & Sustainability
Celebrating Navratri Abroad: Stories from the Diaspora • Eco-Friendly Navratri: Clay Idols and Sustainable Decor
2026 Sharad Navratri at a glance
| Day | 2026 date | Navadurga form | Color |
|---|---|---|---|
| Day 1 | October 11, 2026 | Shailaputri | Orange |
| Day 2 | October 12, 2026 | Brahmacharini | White |
| Day 3 | October 13, 2026 | Chandraghanta | Red |
| Day 4 | October 14, 2026 | Kushmanda | Royal Blue |
| Day 5 | October 15, 2026 | Skandamata | Yellow |
| Day 6 | October 16, 2026 | Katyayani | Green |
| Day 7 | October 17, 2026 | Kalaratri | Grey |
| Day 8 | October 18, 2026 | Mahagauri | Purple |
| Day 9 | October 19, 2026 | Siddhidatri | Peacock Green |
Calendar boundaries can shift at the edges by timezone. Exact Ghatasthapana and Sandhi Puja times must be verified for the observer’s city.