For millions of Marathi households, the year doesn’t really begin until the new Kalnirnay is up on the wall. This trusted almanac has guided daily life across Maharashtra for decades, marking auspicious dates, vrats, and festivals with a level of detail that a generic calendar simply doesn’t offer. If you’re searching for Kalnirnay 2026 February, this guide walks you through every festival and observance for the month, along with a free downloadable PDF for easy offline reference.
Whether you’re checking Sankashti Chaturthi for your monthly Ganesh vrat, planning around Maha Shivaratri, or simply want to know when Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti falls this year, this article has the complete day-by-day breakdown you need.
Kalnirnay 2026 February – Full Festival List
Here’s the complete day-wise list of festivals and vrats for February 2026 as per the Kalnirnay Marathi calendar:
| Date | Day (Marathi/English) | Festival (Marathi/English) |
|---|---|---|
| 01.02.2026 | रविवार / Sunday | माघ पूर्णिमा व्रत / Magha Purnima Vrat |
| 05.02.2026 | गुरुवार / Thursday | संकष्टी चतुर्थी / Sankashti Chaturthi |
| 06.02.2026 | शुक्रवार / Friday | रथ सप्तमी / Ratha Saptami |
| 09.02.2026 | सोमवार / Monday | भीष्म अष्टमी / Bhishma Ashtami |
| 12.02.2026 | गुरुवार / Thursday | कुंभ संक्रांती / Kumbha Sankranti |
| 13.02.2026 | शुक्रवार / Friday | प्रदोष व्रत (कृष्ण पक्ष) / Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha) |
| 15.02.2026 | रविवार / Sunday | महा शिवरात्रि / Maha Shivaratri |
| 15.02.2026 | रविवार / Sunday | मासिक शिवरात्रि / Masik Shivaratri |
| 17.02.2026 | मंगळवार / Tuesday | फाल्गुन अमावस्या / Phalguna Amavasya |
| 19.02.2026 | गुरुवार / Thursday | छत्रपती शिवाजी महाराज जयंती / Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti |
| 28.02.2026 | शनिवार / Saturday | प्रदोष व्रत (शुक्ल पक्ष) / Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha) |
This table gives you the quick overview, but let’s look at each date in detail so you understand its significance for the month ahead.
Download the Kalnirnay 2026 February PDF
For offline access, you can download the complete Kalnirnay Marathi Calendar for February 2026 in PDF format. It’s a handy, printable version you can pin on your wall or save on your phone for quick daily reference.
Detailed Look at February 2026 Festivals in the Kalnirnay Calendar
Magha Purnima Vrat – 1 February (Sunday)
The month opens with Magha Purnima, the full moon day of the Magha month, considered one of the most spiritually significant Purnima dates in the entire year. Many devotees observe a fast, take holy dips at sacred rivers, and perform charitable acts, believing that austerities during this period yield lasting spiritual merit.
Sankashti Chaturthi – 5 February (Thursday)
Dedicated to Lord Ganesha, Sankashti Chaturthi is observed every month, with devotees fasting through the day and breaking their fast only after sighting the moon in the evening. It’s one of the most consistently followed monthly vrats among Marathi households.
Ratha Saptami – 6 February (Friday)
Ratha Saptami, also known as Surya Jayanti, celebrates the birth of the Sun God and is marked by early morning baths, prayers facing the rising sun, and rituals performed at Surya temples. It’s considered particularly auspicious for health and vitality.
Bhishma Ashtami – 9 February (Monday)
Bhishma Ashtami commemorates the day Bhishma Pitamah, the revered warrior from the Mahabharata, chose to leave his mortal body after waiting on a bed of arrows for the sun to move into its northern course (Uttarayana). Many families perform Tarpan (water offerings) in his memory on this day, honoring his vow and unwavering discipline.
Kumbha Sankranti – 12 February (Thursday)
Kumbha Sankranti marks the sun’s transition into the Aquarius zodiac sign as per the solar calendar. Sankranti days are traditionally considered auspicious for charitable giving and the start of new positive endeavors.
Pradosh Vrat (Krishna Paksha) – 13 February (Friday)
Pradosh Vrat is a twice-monthly fasting ritual dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed on the Trayodashi (13th day) of each lunar fortnight. Devotees pray for good health, prosperity, and the removal of obstacles — a fitting lead-in to the month’s biggest festival just two days later.
Maha Shivaratri & Masik Shivaratri – 15 February (Sunday)
This year, Maha Shivaratri and the regular Masik Shivaratri fall on the very same day, doubling the spiritual weight of this date. Maha Shivaratri is one of the most significant festivals dedicated to Lord Shiva, observed with all-night vigils, fasting, and continuous prayer at Shiva temples across Maharashtra. Devotees offer bel patra, milk, and water to the Shivling, and many stay awake through the night in devotion (Jagran), making this one of the most widely anticipated dates on the entire Kalnirnay calendar.
Phalguna Amavasya – 17 February (Tuesday)
This no-moon day falls in the Phalguna month and is traditionally observed for ancestral worship, fasting, and acts of charity, offering a quiet, reflective point in the calendar just before the month’s next major date.
Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti – 19 February (Thursday)
Few dates carry the emotional and cultural weight that Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti holds across Maharashtra. Marking the birth anniversary of the legendary Maratha warrior-king, the day is celebrated with processions, cultural programs, sword-fighting (mardani khel) demonstrations, and tributes at forts and statues associated with his legacy. Schools, cultural organizations, and government bodies across the state organize events honoring his vision of Swarajya (self-rule) and his contributions to Maratha history. For Marathi families, this date is as much a matter of pride and identity as it is a calendar entry.
Pradosh Vrat (Shukla Paksha) – 28 February (Saturday)
The month closes with the second Pradosh Vrat, observed in the Shukla Paksha, as devotees continue the twice-monthly tradition of fasting and prayer dedicated to Lord Shiva.
Why Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti Deserves Special Attention
Among all the dates in February’s Kalnirnay calendar, Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti stands apart as a date rooted specifically in Maharashtra’s own history rather than a pan-Indian religious observance. Shivaji Maharaj’s legacy as the founder of the Maratha Empire and a symbol of resistance against larger imperial powers continues to shape Marathi identity today. The scale of celebrations — from Raigad Fort to local mandals in every town — reflects just how deeply this date resonates, making it one of the most meaningful entries on the entire Kalnirnay yearly calendar.
How to Use This Calendar Effectively
- Devotees observing monthly vrats should note both Sankashti Chaturthi (5 February) and the two Pradosh Vrats bookending the month.
- Families planning around Maha Shivaratri should prepare for 15 February, given the significance of the all-night observance.
- Anyone participating in Shivaji Jayanti events should mark 19 February, when local celebrations, processions, and cultural programs take place across Maharashtra.
- Those following Surya-related rituals can use Ratha Saptami (6 February) as a day dedicated to health and vitality through sun worship.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1. When is Maha Shivaratri in 2026 as per the Kalnirnay calendar? Maha Shivaratri falls on 15 February 2026, coinciding with the regular Masik Shivaratri observance.
Q2. When is Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti celebrated in 2026? Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj Jayanti falls on 19 February 2026, a Thursday.
Q3. How many Sankashti Chaturthi and Pradosh Vrat dates are there in February 2026? February 2026 has one Sankashti Chaturthi (5 February) and two Pradosh Vrats — one in the Krishna Paksha (13 February) and one in the Shukla Paksha (28 February).
Q4. What is the significance of Bhishma Ashtami? Bhishma Ashtami commemorates Bhishma Pitamah from the Mahabharata, who is said to have given up his life on this day after waiting for the sun’s northward movement. It’s observed with Tarpan rituals in his honor.
Q5. What is Ratha Saptami? Ratha Saptami, observed on 6 February 2026, honors the Sun God and is marked by early morning prayers and rituals dedicated to health and vitality.