Janmashtami 2027: Date
DateTuesday, 24 August 2027or Wednesday 25 August in some traditions
Krishna Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna at midnight on the eighth day of Bhadrapada's dark fortnight, with fasting, devotional songs and dahi handi.
Smarta and Vaishnava traditions often observe Janmashtami on consecutive days.
See all Hindu festivals 2027, or the August 2027 calendar.
Questions
When is Janmashtami 2027?
Janmashtami 2027 is expected on Tuesday, 24 August 2027, or Wednesday 25 August in some regions and traditions.
Is Janmashtami 2027 a public holiday?
It is a gazetted or restricted holiday in much of India, depending on the festival and the state. In the UK, US and Gulf it is not a public holiday, though many schools and employers allow leave.
Dates cross-checked against Samvat: Hindu festivals 2027 and HinduPad: Hindu festivals 2027.