Trayodashi Tithi 2026

Trayodashi Tithi is one of the auspicious days primarily for seeking the blessings of Lord Shiva. It is believed that fasting observed on this day and pooja performed during the pradosh kaal invoke his blessings. Further, if Trayodashi falls on a Thursday or Saturday, one observes this fast to seek the blessings of Jupiter and Saturn. Inquisitive as to what this day holds, when does Trayodashi tithi fall, festivals, and their significance? If yes, the following sections hold all the answers. 

Other names: Pradosh or Teras 

Deities: Lord Kamadeva and Lord Shiva 

Importance: Emotional stability, ancestors' honouring, spiritual purification, and financial prosperity

Trayodashi Dates and Timings 2026

Day & Date	Moon Phase	Tithi Duration
Thursday, 1 January 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	1:48 AM to 01 January 2026, 10:22 PM
Thursday, 15 January 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	8:17 PM to 16 January 2026, 10:22 PM
Friday, 30 January 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	11:09 AM to 31 January 2026, 8:26 AM
Saturday, 14 February 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	4:02 PM to 15 February 2026, 5:05 PM
Saturday, 28 February 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	8:43 PM to 01 March 2026, 7:09 PM
Monday, 16 March 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi (Madhu Krishna)	9:41 AM to 17 March 2026, 9:23 AM
Monday, 30 March 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	7:10 AM to 31 March 2026, 6:56 AM
Wednesday, 15 April 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	12:12 AM to 15 April 2026, 10:31 PM
Tuesday, 28 April 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	6:52 PM to 29 April 2026, 7:52 PM
Thursday, 14 May 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	11:21 AM to 15 May 2026, 8:31 AM
Thursday, 28 May 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	7:57 AM to 29 May 2026, 9:51 AM
Friday, 12 June 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	7:37 PM to 13 June 2026, 4:08 PM
Friday, 26 June 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	10:22 PM to 28 June 2026, 12:43 AM
Sunday, 12 July 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	2:04 AM to 12 July 2026, 10:30 PM
Sunday, 26 July 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	1:58 PM to 27 July 2026, 4:15 PM
Monday, 10 August 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	8:01 AM to 11 August 2026, 4:54 AM
Tuesday, 25 August 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	6:21 AM to 26 August 2026, 7:59 AM
Tuesday, 8 September 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	2:43 PM to 09 September 2026, 12:31 PM
Wednesday, 23 September 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	10:51 PM to 24 September 2026, 11:18 PM
Wednesday, 7 October 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	11:17 PM to 08 October 2026, 10:16 PM
Friday, 23 October 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	2:36 PM to 24 October 2026, 1:37 PM
Friday, 6 November 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi (Dhanatrayodashi)	10:31 AM to 07 November 2026, 10:48 AM
Sunday, 22 November 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	4:57 AM to 23 November 2026, 2:37 AM
Sunday, 6 December 2026	Krishna Paksha Trayodashi	12:52 AM to 07 December 2026, 2:22 AM
Monday, 21 December 2026	Shukla Paksha Trayodashi	5:36 PM to 22 December 2026, 2:24 PM

Trayodashi Festivals 2026 

Pradosh Trayodashi: A day dedicated to Lord Shiva. There is massive importance of Pradosh vrat as it brings peace, eliminates past karma, and fulfils one’s desires. 

Guru Trayodashi: It is a day when the 13th lunar cycle falls on Thursday, governed by Jupiter. Observing a fast on this day builds one’s intellect and reduces the malefic effects of Bharaspati. 

Shani Trayoashi: A day of the 13th lunar cycle that falls on Saturn, governed by Lord Shani. As he was a devotee of Lord Shiva, worshipping him reduces obstacles and misfortunes in one’s life. 

What Is the Significance of Trayodashi Tithi? 

Spiritual Purification: Trayodashi is one of the days for deep cleansing. Connecting with the divine on this day helps one shed accumulated sins and negative karma. 

Builds Connection with Lord Shiva: Trayodashi helps one connect with Lord Shiva deeply and invite his blessings into one’s life. Shiva hears and protects the native from negativity around. 

Honouring Ancestors: For adults or children who passed away at any time of the month, Trayodashi is chosen as one of the days to perform rituals and pray for their peace. 

Brings Prosperity: Trayodashi celebrates the emergence of Lord Dhanvatri from the cosmic ocean. It also marks the celebration of Goddess Laxmi and Lord Kubera, bringing financial prosperity and stability in one’s life. 

Brings Balance: Trayodashi symbolises equilibrium. This day urges one to take serious actions in daily life to balance desires and duties for a harmonious life.