Snan Yatra 2026
Saturday, 30 May 2026
2026 celebration (passed)
Saturday, 30 May 2026
See 2027 date below.
Names in regional scripts
About Snan Yatra
Jaishtha Pournima — the bathing festival of Lord Jagannath at Puri. The deities Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are bathed with 108 pots of water. Marks the start of Anavasara (the deities' rest period) before Rath Yatra.
Tithi: Tithi 14 · Type: major · Fasting: Not central to this festival
Snan Yatra dates (2025–2029)
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 10 Jun | Tuesday |
| 2026This year | 30 May | Saturday |
| 2027 | 18 Jun | Friday |
| 2028 | 6 Jun | Tuesday |
| 2029 | 27 May | Sunday |
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Acharya Suryakanth Subramaniam | Parashari JyotishFrequently asked questions
When is Snan Yatra 2026?
Snan Yatra 2026 falls on Saturday, 30 May 2026. Tithi 14
What is the significance of Snan Yatra?
Jaishtha Pournima — the bathing festival of Lord Jagannath at Puri. The deities Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are bathed with 108 pots of water. Marks the start of Anavasara (the deities' rest period) before Rath Yatra.
Is Snan Yatra a public holiday?
Snan Yatra 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 Snan Yatra?
Fasting is not the central ritual of Snan Yatra. The day is celebrated with feasts, prayers, and family gatherings.
When will Snan Yatra be celebrated next year (2027)?
Snan Yatra 2027 will be celebrated on Friday, 18 June 2027.
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