NepalQuick answers
- When is Maha Shivratri 2026?
- Maha Shivratri 2026 is on Sunday 15 February 2026 in Nepal.
- How many days until Maha Shivratri 2026?
- Maha Shivratri 2026 was 249 days ago.
- Is Maha Shivratri a public holiday in Nepal?
- Yes. Maha Shivratri is a national public holiday in Nepal.
- When is Maha Shivratri 2027?
- Maha Shivratri 2027 is on Saturday 6 March 2027.
- Is the date of Maha Shivratri 2026 confirmed?
- Not yet. The date is calculated and will be confirmed by the official holiday list or moon sighting.
About
Held on the Chaturdashi of Krishna Paksha in Phalguna (Purnimanta), which is Magha in the Amanta calendar.
Significance
The great night of Lord Shiva.
How it is celebrated
- Fasting
- Night-long vigil and chanting
- Abhishek of the Shivling with milk, water and bel leaves