July 2026 Festivals and Days Complete Calendar & Events: As we step into the second half of the year, July brings with it an important transition in the cultural, religious, and social landscape of India. From deeply revered spiritual observances like Guru Purnima and Devshayani Ekadashi to the onset of the holy Chaturmas and Shravan months, July 2026 is packed with massive cultural celebrations.
Whether you are looking to plan your long weekends, schedule family functions, observe traditional Vrats (fasts), or simply track international and national days, this comprehensive guide has you covered.
Below, you will find the complete list of national and international days, major Hindu festivals, and significant calendar dates for July 2026.
Complete Table of July 2026 Festivals and Days
The traditional Indian calendar aligns with planetary movements and lunar phases. In July 2026, major shifts occur- including the holy Jagannath Rath Yatra and the beginning of Shravan Somvar Vrats.
Here is the exhaustive chronological table of all major religious festivals, fasts (Vrats), and important cultural events in India for July 2026:
| Date | Day | Festival / Event Name | Category / Type |
| July 1, 2026 | Wednesday | National Doctor’s Day (India) | National Observance |
| July 1, 2026 | Wednesday | Van Mahotsav Begins | National Environment Week |
| July 3, 2026 | Friday | Krishnapingala Sankashti Chaturthi | Fasting (Vrat) |
| July 3, 2026 | Friday | St. Thomas Day | Religious Observance |
| July 5, 2026 | Sunday | Dree Festival | Regional Festival (Arunachal Pradesh) |
| July 6, 2026 | Monday | Devshayani Ekadashi | Major Hindu Fast (Ekadashi Vrat) |
| July 6, 2026 | Monday | Chaturmas Begins | Holy Period (4 Months) |
| July 7, 2026 | Tuesday | Kalashtami | Fasting (Vrat) |
| July 7, 2026 | Tuesday | Masik Krishna Janmashtami | Monthly Observance |
| July 10, 2026 | Friday | Ashadha Purnima | Religious Day |
| July 10, 2026 | Friday | Guru Purnima | Major Indian Festival |
| July 11, 2026 | Saturday | Shravan Month Begins | Holy Month (North India) |
| July 14, 2026 | Tuesday | Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha) | Fasting (Vrat) |
| July 16, 2026 | Thursday | Jagannath Rath Yatra | Gazetted / Major Festival |
| July 16, 2026 | Thursday | Karka Sankranti | Solar Transit Festival |
| July 21, 2026 | Tuesday | Kamika Ekadashi | Hindu Fast (Ekadashi Vrat) |
| July 22, 2026 | Wednesday | Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha) | Fasting (Vrat) |
| July 24, 2026 | Friday | Somvati Amavasya | Highly Auspicious New Moon Fast |
| July 27, 2026 | Monday | Nag Panchami | Major Hindu Festival |
| July 28, 2026 | Tuesday | Shravan Somvar Vrat Begins | Holy Monday Fasting |
| July 29, 2026 | Wednesday | Masik Shivaratri | Monthly Shivaratri Fast |
National & International Days in July 2026
Apart from cultural and religious events, July features globally recognized milestones and days dedicated to raising awareness for health, wildlife conservation, and human rights.
- July 1: National Doctor’s Day (India) & International Joke Day
- July 2: World UFO Day
- July 7: World Chocolate Day & Global Forgiveness Day
- July 11: World Population Day
- July 12: National Simplicity Day
- July 16: World Snake Day
- July 17: World Emoji Day
- July 18: Nelson Mandela International Day
- July 20: National Moon Day / Moon Landing Anniversary
- July 22: National Mango Day & National Flag Day (India)
- July 24: International Self Care Day & Cousins Day
- July 26: Kargil Vijay Diwas (India) & Parents’ Day
- July 28: World Hepatitis Day
- July 29: International Tiger Day
- July 30: International Friendship Day & Kanwar Yatra Begins
Key Highlights of July 2026 Calendar
1. The Onset of Chaturmas & Shravan Month
On July 6, Devshayani Ekadashi marks the day when Lord Vishnu goes into a cosmic sleep for four months (Chaturmas). During this time, highly auspicious ceremonies like weddings take a pause, shifting focus toward spiritual purification. Immediately following this, the holy month of Shravan begins on July 11, initiating a period of profound devotion to Lord Shiva, with the highly observed Shravan Somvar fasts starting late in the month.
2. Guru Purnima (July 10)
Observed on the full moon day of the Ashadha month, Guru Purnima is a beautiful tradition where individuals pay respect, offer gratitude, and seek blessings from their spiritual and academic teachers (Gurus).
3. Jagannath Rath Yatra (July 16)
The world-famous Jagannath Puri Rath Yatra takes place on July 16, 2026. Thousands of devotees gather in Puri, Odisha, to pull the grand chariots of Lord Jagannath, Lord Balabhadra, and Devi Subhadra. It is considered a Gazetted Holiday in several parts of the country.
4. Somvati Amavasya (July 24)
When a no-moon day (Amavasya) falls on a Monday or Friday, its spiritual importance intensifies. Occurring on a Friday in July 2026, Somvati Amavasya is highly revered for performing ancestral rituals (Tarpan) and charity.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1. When is Guru Purnima in July 2026?
Ans: Guru Purnima falls on Friday, July 10, 2026, coinciding with Ashadha Purnima.
Q2. On which date will the Jagannath Rath Yatra be celebrated in 2026?
Ans: The grand Jagannath Rath Yatra will begin on Thursday, July 16, 2026.
Q3. When does Shravan Month start in 2026?
Ans: According to the traditional North Indian lunar calendar, the holy month of Shravan (Sawan) begins on Saturday, July 11, 2026.
Q4. Are there any long weekends or bank holidays in July 2026?
Ans: July features regional and religious bank holidays such as the Jagannath Rath Yatra (July 16). Since it falls on a Thursday, taking a leave on Friday (July 17) can grant you a 4-day extended long weekend if paired with Saturday and Sunday.
- Note: Religious dates may vary slightly based on local region alignments and Tithi calculation differences. Keep visiting our site for updated monthly calendars!
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