Sharad Purnima 2026: date, timings and what to know
The Ashwin full moon on Sunday 25 October 2026, when kheer is kept in moonlight and Lakshmi is worshipped (Kojagari Purnima).
Sharad Purnima, also called Kojagari Purnima or Raas Purnima, is the full moon night in the month of Ashwin. It is believed that the Moon is at its brightest and most nourishing, and it is associated with Lakshmi, who is said to ask who is awake (ko jagarti).
Families cook milk-and-rice kheer, keep it under the moonlight overnight and eat it the next morning as prasad.
Quick answers
When is Sharad Purnima 2026?
Sunday 25 October 2026.
Event times are computed from NASA JPL DE421 (tropical zodiac). Astrology is offered for reflection and entertainment. Editorial standards.