Pola (Bull Festival) 2026
Thursday, 10 September 2026
2026 celebration (passed)
Thursday, 10 September 2026
See 2027 date below.
Names in regional scripts
About Pola (Bull Festival)
Sravana Amavasya — Marathi farmers honour their bulls. Bulls are bathed, decorated with paint and flowers, paraded through villages, and given a day off from work. A profound thanksgiving from the agricultural community.
Tithi: Tithi 30 · Type: regional · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Pola (Bull Festival) dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 21 Sep | Sunday |
| 2026This year | 10 Sep | Thursday |
| 2027 | — | — |
| 2028 | 18 Sep | Monday |
| 2029 | 7 Sep | Friday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Pola (Bull Festival) 2026?
Pola (Bull Festival) 2026 falls on Thursday, 10 September 2026. Tithi 30
What is the significance of Pola (Bull Festival)?
Sravana Amavasya — Marathi farmers honour their bulls. Bulls are bathed, decorated with paint and flowers, paraded through villages, and given a day off from work. A profound thanksgiving from the agricultural community.
Is Pola (Bull Festival) a public holiday?
Pola (Bull Festival) 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 Pola (Bull Festival)?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Pola (Bull Festival). The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Pola (Bull Festival) be celebrated next year (2027)?
Date for next year is not yet computed.
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