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How many days until Janmashtami?
Here's a live countdown to Krishna Janmashtami. Janmashtami celebrates the birth of Lord Krishna on the eighth day (Ashtami) of the dark fortnight of Bhadrapada.
Live countdown to Janmashtami
306 days to go
Next Janmashtami: Wednesday, August 25, 2027
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Janmashtami dates 2027–2030
| Year | Date | Day |
|---|---|---|
| 2027 | August 25 | Wednesday |
| 2028 | August 13 | Sunday |
| 2029 | September 1 | Saturday |
| 2030 | August 21 | Wednesday |
Dates for moon-based festivals are the expected dates and can move by a day with moon sighting or regional calendars.
About Janmashtami
Devotees fast until midnight, the hour of Krishna's birth, and temples hold night-long celebrations. In Maharashtra the next day brings Dahi Handi, when human pyramids climb to break a pot of curd.
Janmashtami (Vaishnava) is a gazetted holiday for India's central government offices.
Frequently asked questions
4 answersHow many days until Janmashtami?
The countdown at the top of this page shows exactly how many days are left until Krishna Janmashtami. It updates live every second and always counts down to the next Janmashtami, so the number is always current.
What day of the week is Janmashtami 2027?
Janmashtami 2027 falls on a Wednesday — Wednesday, August 25, 2027.
When is Janmashtami in 2028?
Janmashtami 2028 falls on Sunday, August 13, 2028.
Can I count down to a different date?
Yes — use the Countdown to Date tool to set any custom date and time.