Wedding Dates 2026: When Will the Wedding Season Commence After Kharmas?

The year 2026 has commenced, but according to the Hindu calendar, the start of auspicious wedding ceremonies is delayed. Currently, Kharmas is observed, a time when significant events like marriages, mundan, housewarming, and thread ceremonies are deemed inauspicious.

Kharmas concludes annually after Makar Sankranti, which marks the Sun's transition from Sagittarius to Capricorn. In 2026, Kharmas will end on January 14, after which many anticipate the wedding season to kick off. However, this year, couples will need to exercise patience as they await suitable marriage muhurats.

Let’s delve into the number of auspicious wedding dates available in 2026, the favorable months, and the reasons behind the unavailability of weddings in certain months.

Astrological assessments indicate that wedding muhurats will be present in just 8 months of 2026, while January, August, September, and October will lack any marriage dates.

Throughout the year, there are 59 auspicious wedding muhurats available, distributed across various months based on planetary alignments, the rise and set of Venus, Kharmas, and Chaturmas.

Despite Kharmas concluding in mid-January, there are no wedding muhurats in January 2026. This is primarily due to Venus (Shukra), the planet linked to love and marriage, being combust (asta) during this time. Venus will only rise in February, rendering January unsuitable for weddings.

February stands out as the most favorable month, offering 12 auspicious wedding dates:
5, 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 19, 20, 21, 24, 25, and 26

March provides 8 wedding dates:
2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 11, and 12

From March 15, the Sun transitions into Pisces, signaling the return of Kharmas, which will last until April 14.

Following the end of Kharmas on April 14, the wedding season resumes. April features 8 auspicious dates:
15, 20, 21, 25, 26, 27, 28, and 29

May also presents 8 wedding muhurats:
1, 3, 5, 6, 7, 8, 13, and 14

Despite the intense heat and humidity in June, 8 wedding dates are considered auspicious:
21, 22, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, and 29

July offers only 4 auspicious dates:
1, 6, 7, and 11

Starting from July 25, Chaturmas begins. During this time, it is believed that Lord Vishnu is in yogic sleep, prohibiting marriages and auspicious events.
Consequently, August, September, and October will have no wedding muhurats.

Chaturmas concludes on November 20 (Dev Uthani Ekadashi). Following this, 4 wedding dates become available:
21, 24, 25, and 26

December features 7 auspicious wedding dates:
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 11, and 12

Couples intending to marry in 2026 should be aware that the wedding season is shorter and more selective this year. Early planning and reservations will be essential due to the limited availability of dates and high demand.

This article is based on astrological beliefs and Panchang calculations. It is recommended that readers consult a qualified astrologer before finalizing wedding dates.