Janmashtami 2026 Date: September 4 or 5? Check Krishna Janmashtami Puja Time, City-Wise Celebrations

Janmashtami 2026 date is Friday, September 4, when devotees across India will celebrate the birth of Lord Krishna. However, many calendars may mention September 5 because the traditional midnight birth ceremony continues past midnight in several cities. So, is Krishna Janmashtami on September 4 or September 5? The main festival date is September 4, while some rituals and celebrations extend into September 5.