Dhanteras 2025: Is Dhanteras on October 18, 2025 or October 19, 2025? Check date, muhurat, and puja timings

Dhanteras, one of the most auspicious days of the year, is eagerly anticipated by millions of Hindus. Dhanteras, also called Dhantrayodashi, is a day of great religious significance according to the Hindu Panchang. It marks the beginning of the five-day Diwali celebrations, which end with Bhai Dooj.

The festival of Diwali on Dhanteras on October 18, 2025. Worshiping Lord Kuber and Lord Dhanvantri, people purchase gold, silver, and other goods in hopes of good fortune.
Dhanteras 2025: Date and MuhuratPradosh Kaal - 05:59 PM to 08:25 PM
Vrishabha Kaal - 07:39 PM to 09:41 PM
Trayodashi Tithi Begins - 12:18 PM on Oct 18, 2025
Trayodashi Tithi Ends - 01:51 PM on Oct 19, 2025
Best time to buy gold and silver on Dhanteras
According to Drikpanchang, here are Dhantrayodashi muhurat in major cities07:46 PM to 08:38 PM - Pune
07:16 PM to 08:20 PM - New Delhi
07:28 PM to 08:15 PM - Chennai
07:24 PM to 08:26 PM - Jaipur
07:29 PM to 08:20 PM - Hyderabad
07:17 PM to 08:20 PM - Gurgaon
07:14 PM to 08:20 PM - Chandigarh
06:41 PM to 07:38 PM - Kolkata
07:49 PM to 08:41 PM - Mumbai
07:39 PM to 08:25 PM - Bengaluru
07:44 PM to 08:41 PM - Ahmedabad
07:15 PM to 08:19 PM – Noida

In addition to gold and silver, during Dhanteras, people purchase copper, brass, and silver utensils to fill with food or water before entering the house. Lakshmi and Ganesh idols made of clay or metal are regarded as auspicious purchases during Dhanteras. You can also buy equipment, a car, a phone, a laptop, a microwave, a refrigerator, and more on this day.

To celebrate Goddess Lakshmi's arrival on Dhanteras, homes are cleaned and embellished with diyas and rangoli. Worshipping at Pradosh Kaal is said to be very auspicious, ensuring prosperity and peace in the home.