Festivals

Montréal (UTC-4)

Date

3rd October 2026

Mahalakshmi Vrat (Ends)

Tithi:

Krishna Ashtami upto 8:22 PM

Krishna Navami upto 6:24 PM +1

Nakshatra:

Ardra upto 4:00 PM

Punarvasu upto 2:44 PM +1

Vasara:Saturday

About

The final day of the 16-day Mahalakshmi Vrat on Bhadrapada Krishna Ashtami.

Significance:

The conclusion of this vrat marks the fulfillment of the devotee's dedication to Goddess Lakshmi. It is a time to receive her blessings for long-term prosperity, family harmony, and spiritual well-being.

Rituals & Puja Vidhi:

1. Concluding Puja: Performing a grand final worship with flowers and sweets. 2. Thread Ritual: Ceremonially removing the sacred thread and offering it to the deity. 3. Celebration: Sharing a festive meal with family and distributing prasadam.