Major festival
Nag Panchami
नाग पंचमी
Nag Panchami venerates the serpent deities (nagas) on the Panchami of Shukla Paksha in Shravana, with offerings of milk and abstention from digging and ploughing.
Also known as: Naga Panchami · serpent festival.
Presiding deity: Nagas.
Nag Panchami dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nag Panchami 2026 | 17 Aug 2026 | Monday | All cities → |
| Nag Panchami 2027 | 6 Aug 2027 | Friday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Nag Panchami?
Nag Panchami venerates the serpent deities (nagas) on the Panchami of Shukla Paksha in Shravana, with offerings of milk and abstention from digging and ploughing.
What are the other names for Nag Panchami?
Naga Panchami, serpent festival.
When is Nag Panchami 2026?
Monday, 17 August 2026 (India).
When is Nag Panchami 2027?
Friday, 6 August 2027 (India).
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