Description: Maha Shivaratri is one of the most significant festivals among Hindus. Maha Shivaratri is also known as Shivratri or Great night of Lord Shiva. It is believed that on this day Lord Shiva was married to Goddess Parvati. People celebrate the festival by worshipping Lord Shiva and by observing a day long fast.
Also Called: Great night of Lord Shiva, Shivratri
Significance: Wedding day of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati
2023 Maha Shivaratri date: February 18 (Saturday) 2024 Maha Shivaratri date: March 08 (Friday) 2025 Maha Shivaratri date: February 26 (Wednesday) 2026 Maha Shivaratri date: February 15 (Sunday)
Hindu Calendar Date: Purnimanta - Chaturdashi Tithi of Phalguna month (Krishna Paksha) Amanta - Chaturdashi Tithi of Magha month (Krishna Paksha)