Jamai Shashthi 2026
Thursday, 21 May 2026
2026 celebration (passed)
Thursday, 21 May 2026
See 2027 date below.
Names in regional scripts
About Jamai Shashthi
Jaishtha Shukla Shashthi — the Bengali festival honouring sons-in-law (jamai). Mothers-in-law invite their daughters and son-in-laws home, prepare elaborate fish-and-rice feasts, and offer blessings for family prosperity. A celebration of marital harmony.
Tithi: Tithi 5 · Type: regional · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Jamai Shashthi dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 31 May | Saturday |
| 2026This year | 21 May | Thursday |
| 2027 | 9 Jun | Wednesday |
| 2028 | 29 May | Monday |
| 2029 | 17 Jun | Sunday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Jamai Shashthi 2026?
Jamai Shashthi 2026 falls on Thursday, 21 May 2026. Tithi 5
What is the significance of Jamai Shashthi?
Jaishtha Shukla Shashthi — the Bengali festival honouring sons-in-law (jamai). Mothers-in-law invite their daughters and son-in-laws home, prepare elaborate fish-and-rice feasts, and offer blessings for family prosperity. A celebration of marital harmony.
Is Jamai Shashthi a public holiday?
Jamai Shashthi is not a centrally gazetted holiday but is widely observed in homes and temples. Some states declare it a regional holiday — check your local calendar.
Do you fast on Jamai Shashthi?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Jamai Shashthi. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Jamai Shashthi be celebrated next year (2027)?
Jamai Shashthi 2027 will be celebrated on Wednesday, 9 June 2027.
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