When is Krishna Janmashtami?
Krishna Janmashtami in 2027 falls on August 24, 2027, Tuesday (Vaishnav tradition (Mathura-Vrindavan, ISKCON): August 25). It is observed at midnight on the Ashtami tithi of the Krishna paksha of Bhadrapad month.
Krishna Janmashtami: date and time
| Year | Date | Tithi (Krishna Ashtami) | Puja time (New Delhi) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | August 24, 2027, TuesdayVaishnav tradition (Mathura-Vrindavan, ISKCON): August 25 | 8:25 pm, August 24 to 7:20 pm, August 25 | Nishita kaal: 11:59 pm to 12:47 am |
Shri Krishna's birth festival at midnight. Its main puja is at midnight (nishita kaal), so the night is chosen in which this tithi prevails.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Krishna Janmashtami 2027?
Krishna Janmashtami in 2027 falls on August 24, 2027, Tuesday (Vaishnav tradition (Mathura-Vrindavan, ISKCON): August 25). It is observed at midnight on the Ashtami tithi of the Krishna paksha of Bhadrapad month.
On which tithi is Krishna Janmashtami celebrated?
Bhadrapad month, Krishna paksha, Ashtami. Its main puja is at midnight (nishita kaal), so the night is chosen in which this tithi prevails.
What is the significance of Krishna Janmashtami?
Shri Krishna's birth festival at midnight.