Ganesh Chaturthi 2026 Falls on September 14

Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha.

In 2026, the main celebration and idol installation will take place on September 14.

The special Chaturthi period continues until the morning of September 15.

Families bring Ganesha idols home and pray to him.

They may fast and prepare traditional foods.

The best time for installing the idol is different in each city.

The festival ends with Ganesh Visarjan on September 25.

Some families may immerse the idol earlier, such as on the first and a half, third, fifth, or seventh day.