Durga Ashtami 2026 in Washington

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In short

Durga Ashtami 2026 falls on Sunday, October 18, 2026 in Washington. It is Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami in the Hindu lunar calendar. Sunrise is 7:21 AM and sunset 6:24 PM.

India: Oct 19, 2026

Also known as: Maha Ashtami · Durgashtami

Washington timings

Date
Sunday, October 18, 2026
Sunday
Lunar date
Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami
Sunrise
7:21 AM
Sunset
6:24 PM
Moonrise
2:39 PM
Today’s Panchang in Washington

What is Durga Ashtami?

Durga Ashtami, the eighth night of Sharad Navratri, is the fiercest and most heavily observed of the nine — the night Durga is held to have met Mahishasura.

How it is observed

Sandhi Puja is offered at the junction of Ashtami and Navami. Many households perform Kanya Pujan, feeding and honouring nine young girls as the Goddess.

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Other years

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Frequently asked questions

When is Durga Ashtami 2026 in Washington?

Durga Ashtami 2026 in Washington is on Sunday, October 18, 2026. It falls on Ashwin Shukla Paksha Ashtami.

Is Durga Ashtami 2026 on the same day in Washington as in India?

No. Durga Ashtami is on Oct 18, 2026 in Washington but Oct 19, 2026 in India. The tithi begins at one moment worldwide, and that moment lands on a different local day in each place.

What else is Durga Ashtami called?

Durga Ashtami is also known as Maha Ashtami, Durgashtami. These are regional names and spellings for the same festival.