Krishna Janmashtami 2026 in Kolkata
कृष्ण जन्माष्टमी · कोलकाता
By Rohiit Gupta, Chief Vedic Architect, Trikal Vaani
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 in Kolkata (कोलकाता) falls on Friday, 4 September 2026. Planetary ruler: Moon (Chandra) and Lord Krishna. Auspicious muhurat: Nishita Kaal: 11:45 PM Sept 4 to 12:30 AM Sept 5 IST. Birthday of Lord Krishna, the eighth avatar of Vishnu, born at midnight on Ashtami. Visit famous Kolkata temples like Kalighat Kali Temple and Dakshineswar Kali Temple for darshan. Authentic Vedic guidance with Kolkata-specific timings.
Significance of Krishna Janmashtami
Most beloved festival celebrating divine love, dharma, and the supreme personality of Godhead.
🛕 Where to celebrate Krishna Janmashtami in Kolkata
These temples in Kolkata are especially powerful during Krishna Janmashtami:
- ●Kalighat Kali Temple
- ●Dakshineswar Kali Temple
- ●Belur Math
✓ Do's
- ●Observe fast and break at midnight
- ●Sing Krishna bhajans, especially 'Hare Krishna'
- ●Perform Krishna Janma Aarti at midnight
- ●Read Bhagavad Gita
✗ Don'ts
- ●Avoid grains during fast (eat phalahar only)
- ●Do not consume non-vegetarian food
- ●Avoid harsh thoughts about devotees
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Get My Krishna Janmashtami Prediction →Frequently Asked Questions
When is Krishna Janmashtami 2026 in Kolkata?
Krishna Janmashtami 2026 is celebrated in Kolkata on Friday, 4 September 2026.
What is the Krishna Janmashtami muhurat in Kolkata?
The Krishna Janmashtami muhurat in Kolkata is Nishita Kaal: 11:45 PM Sept 4 to 12:30 AM Sept 5 IST.
Which temples to visit on Krishna Janmashtami in Kolkata?
Famous temples in Kolkata: Kalighat Kali Temple, Dakshineswar Kali Temple, Belur Math.
Who is the planetary ruler of Krishna Janmashtami?
The planetary ruler of Krishna Janmashtami is Moon (Chandra) and Lord Krishna.