Observance

Dhanteras

Festival

A festival that The Hindu records Marwaris observing. Its dates, each with its source, are listed on this page.

Next 6 Nov 2026 — Drik Panchang (drikpanchang.com) Aggregated source Full calendar

Sources: 2

Practised by

Marwari
- The elaborate Marwadi celebration of Diwalithehindu.com
  “The traditional celebration of Diwali starts with a ‘yama diya’ on the first day, eleven diyas on the second and 21 on the third day and in the next two days there are a number of rituals that are followed by the Marwadis. The five-day celebration begins with Dhanteras, ‘Choti Diwali’ or Roop Chaudas, Diwali, Padwa or Budha Diwali and Bhai Dooj.”

Dates on record

6 Nov 2026Aggregated source
- 2026 Dhantrayodashi | Dhanteras Puja Date and Timings for Jaipur, Rajasthan, Indiadrikpanchang.com
  “Dhanteras Puja on Friday, November 6, 2026”