April 2026 Festive Calendar: From Hanuman Jayanti to Akshaya Tritiya, check the full list of festivals for this month

April 2026 will feature several important religious observances across India, including numerous Hindu festivals, vrat days, and culturally significant occasions throughout the month.

1. Hanuman Jayanti [April 1 or 2]

One of the major festivals, Hanuman Jayanti, has caused some confusion this year due to overlapping tithis. Although the Purnima Tithi starts on the morning of April 1, the festival will be celebrated on April 2, 2026.

2. Akshaya Tritiya [April 19]

Akshaya Tritiya is regarded as one of the most auspicious days in Hindu culture. The term “Akshaya” means “eternal” or “never diminishing” and is associated with Lord Vishnu and Goddess Lakshmi. It is believed that any good deeds, investments, or charitable acts performed on this day bring lasting prosperity, success, and good fortune.

3. April 14, 2026 [Tuesday] – Multiple Festivals Celebrated

April 14 marks several major celebrations across different states, including Dr B.R. Ambedkar Jayanti, Baisakhi, Tamil New Year, and various regional harvest festivals.

4. April 15–16, 2026 – Regional Festivities

On April 15 and 16, certain states may observe holidays for regional festivals such as Bengali New Year (Pohela Boishakh), Vishu, and Bohag Bihu.

5. April 25 Marks Sita Navami

Sita Navami is observed to celebrate the birth of Goddess Sita, who symbolizes strength, devotion, and purity. On this day, married women often observe a fast and offer prayers for the well-being of their families, a harmonious marriage, and a blessed life with their partner.

6. Mohini Ekadashi on April 27

Mohini Ekadashi is associated with the Mohini avatar of Lord Vishnu. It is believed that observing a fast and offering prayers on this day helps cleanse past sins and brings spiritual liberation. Devotees follow rituals with the hope of attaining inner peace and divine blessings.

7. Good Friday

Good Friday will be observed on April 3.

8. Easter

Easter will be observed on April 5.