Archive · 27 Aug 2026
Raksha Bandhan 2026 Ceremony Guide, Rituals And Traditions
Raksha Bandhan is a festival celebrating the love between brothers and sisters.
In 2026, it will be observed on August 28.
A sister usually ties a colorful thread called a Rakhi on her brother’s wrist.
She first applies a tilak and may perform aarti with a small lamp.
The family then shares sweets and may exchange gifts.
The Rakhi represents care and protection between siblings.
Rice, flowers and a lamp are also used in the traditional ceremony.
Families may celebrate together at home or join through video calls if they live far apart.
Raksha Bandhan 2026 will be celebrated on Friday, August 28.
Common puja thali items include a Rakhi, kumkum or roli, akshat, diya, flowers, sweets and rice.
The ceremony generally involves applying tilak, performing aarti, tying the Rakhi, exchanging sweets and giving gifts.
The Rakhi represents the sibling bond, while the diya, akshat and sweets carry traditional symbolic meanings.
According to Drik Panchang, the Rakhi-tying muhurat is from 5:57 AM to 9:48 AM on August 28.
- Who
- Brothers, sisters and their families celebrate Raksha Bandhan.
- What
- The festival involves a Rakhi ceremony with a puja thali, tilak, aarti, sweets, gifts and family rituals.
- When
- Friday, August 28, 2026; the stated Rakhi-tying muhurat is 5:57 AM to 9:48 AM.
- Where
- Across India and among families living in other cities or countries, including through virtual celebrations.
- Why
- To celebrate the sibling bond and exchange wishes for well-being, happiness, prosperity and continued support.
- Festival date
- August 28, 2026
- Day
- Friday
- Rakhi-tying muhurat
- 5:57 AM to 9:48 AM on August 28
- Essential thali items
- Rakhi, kumkum or roli, akshat, diya, flowers and sweets
- Ceremony sequence
- Prepare the thali, apply tilak, perform aarti, tie the Rakhi, exchange sweets and seek blessings
- Modern celebrations
- Families separated by distance may send Rakhis and use video calls
- Main significance
- Celebration of family, affection and the sibling promise of support