Vinayaka Chaturthi Significance & Spiritual Meaning
Vinayaka Chaturthi is the Shukla Paksha Chaturthi of every month, dedicated to Ganesha. It is a day of worship and fasting for wisdom and removal of obstacles.
Vinayaka Chaturthi — Mythology & Legend
Vinayaka Chaturthi Puja Rituals & Vidhi
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe at sunrise.
- Offer modak, flowers, durva grass, and coconut to Ganesha.
- Chant Ganesha mantras and stotras; perform aarti.
- Break the fast after puja with prasad.
Vinayaka Chaturthi Mantras in Sanskrit
ॐ गं गणपतये नमः
oṃ gaṃ gaṇapataye namaḥ
Salutations to Ganesha
Vinayaka Chaturthi Traditional Foods & Prasad
- ●Modak
- ●Ladoo
- ●Fruits
- ●Prasad
Vinayaka Chaturthi — Regional Celebrations across India
South India(வினாயக சதுர்த்தி)
Monthly Ganesha puja
Maharashtra(विनायक चतुर्थी)
Same as Sankashti observance
Vinayaka Chaturthi Do's & Don't's
Do's
- ✓Worship Ganesha
- ✓Offer modak
- ✓Chant mantras
- ✓Observe fast if possible
Don'ts
- ✗Do not disrespect Ganesha
- ✗Avoid looking at the moon on Chaturthi in some beliefs
- ✗Do not skip puja
Vinayaka Chaturthi — FAQ
- What is Vinayaka Chaturthi?
- Vinayaka Chaturthi is the Shukla Paksha Chaturthi of every month, dedicated to Ganesha.
- When is Vinayaka Chaturthi 2026?
- In 2026, Vinayaka Chaturthi falls on Thursday, 18 June 2026.
- What are the Vinayaka Chaturthi puja rituals?
- Observe a partial or full fast; bathe at sunrise.; Offer modak, flowers, durva grass, and coconut to Ganesha.; Chant Ganesha mantras and stotras; perform aarti.; Break the fast after puja with prasad.
- What to eat on Vinayaka Chaturthi?
- Modak, Ladoo, Fruits, Prasad
- What should you do on Vinayaka Chaturthi?
- Worship Ganesha; Offer modak; Chant mantras
- What should you avoid on Vinayaka Chaturthi?
- Do not disrespect Ganesha; Avoid looking at the moon on Chaturthi in some beliefs; Do not skip puja
- Which deity is worshipped on Vinayaka Chaturthi?
- Vinayaka Chaturthi is dedicated to Ganesha.
Upcoming Vinayaka Chaturthi Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond
Vinayaka Chaturthi is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.
Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)
| Date | Day | Moonrise Time | Special Name |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Jun 2026 | Thursday | 08:39 am | — |
| 17 Jul 2026 | Friday | 08:32 am | — |
| 16 Aug 2026 | Sunday | 09:18 am | — |
| 15 Sept 2026 | Tuesday | 10:00 am | — |
| 14 Oct 2026 | Wednesday | 09:44 am | — |
| 13 Nov 2026 | Friday | 10:16 am | — |
| 13 Dec 2026 | Sunday | 10:15 am | — |
| 12 Jan 2027 | Tuesday | 09:50 am | — |
| 10 Feb 2027 | Wednesday | 08:50 am | — |
| 12 Mar 2027 | Friday | 08:29 am | — |
| 10 Apr 2027 | Saturday | 07:55 am | — |
| 10 May 2027 | Monday | 08:47 am | — |
| 8 Jun 2027 | Tuesday | 08:52 am | — |
| 7 Jul 2027 | Wednesday | 08:53 am | — |
| 5 Aug 2027 | Thursday | 08:46 am | — |