Major festival
Vasant Panchami
वसंत पंचमी
Vasant Panchami honours Saraswati, goddess of learning and the arts, and welcomes spring. It is a favoured day to begin a child's education (vidyarambha) and for music and study.
Also known as: Saraswati Puja · Basant Panchami · Shri Panchami.
Presiding deity: Saraswati.
Vasant Panchami dates
| Year | Date (India) | Weekday | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vasant Panchami 2026 | 23 Jan 2026 | Friday | All cities → |
| Vasant Panchami 2027 | 11 Feb 2027 | Thursday | All cities → |
Frequently asked
What is Vasant Panchami?
Vasant Panchami honours Saraswati, goddess of learning and the arts, and welcomes spring. It is a favoured day to begin a child's education (vidyarambha) and for music and study.
What are the other names for Vasant Panchami?
Saraswati Puja, Basant Panchami, Shri Panchami.
When is Vasant Panchami 2026?
Friday, 23 January 2026 (India).
When is Vasant Panchami 2027?
Thursday, 11 February 2027 (India).
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