⭐ Kiruthigai Dates 2026
Krittika Nakshatra day — Deity: Lord Murugan (Skanda), Lord Shiva
Next Kiruthigai:
Friday, 10 July 2026 —
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All Kiruthigai Dates in 2026
| # | Date | Day | Name | Daily Calendar | Month Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2026-01-01 | Thursday | Krithigai | View → | January → |
| 2 | 2026-01-27 | Tuesday | Krithigai | View → | January → |
| 3 | 2026-02-23 | Monday | Krithigai | View → | February → |
| 4 | 2026-03-23 | Monday | Krithigai | View → | March → |
| 5 | 2026-04-19 | Sunday | Krithigai | View → | April → |
| 6 | 2026-05-16 | Saturday | Krithigai | View → | May → |
| 7 | 2026-06-13 | Saturday | Krithigai | View → | June → |
| 8 | 2026-07-10 | Friday | Krithigai | View → | July → |
| 9 | 2026-08-07 | Friday | Krithigai | View → | August → |
| 10 | 2026-09-03 | Thursday | Krithigai | View → | September → |
| 11 | 2026-09-30 | Wednesday | Krithigai | View → | September → |
| 12 | 2026-10-27 | Tuesday | Krithigai | View → | October → |
| 13 | 2026-11-24 | Tuesday | Karthigai Krithigai | View → | November → |
| 14 | 2026-12-21 | Monday | Krithigai | View → | December → |
Month-by-Month – 2026
About Kiruthigai
Kiruthigai (monthly Karthigai) falls when the Moon transits the Krittika nakshatra. It is considered highly auspicious for lighting lamps, worshipping Lord Murugan, and performing fire rituals. The Kiruthigai in the Tamil month of Karthigai is celebrated as the grand Karthigai Deepam festival.
- Lamp lighting (vilakku)
- Murugan temple visit
- Thiruppugazh recitation
- Fasting
- Abhishekam
- Fire rituals (homam)
Kiruthigai – Other Years
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Kiruthigai are there in 2026?
There are 14 Kiruthigai days in 2026. See the complete list above.
When is the next Kiruthigai in 2026?
The next Kiruthigai is on 10 July 2026 (Friday).
What is Kiruthigai?
Kiruthigai (monthly Karthigai) falls when the Moon transits the Krittika nakshatra. It is considered highly auspicious for lighting lamps, worshipping Lord Murugan, and performing fire rituals. The Kiruthigai in the Tamil month of Karthigai is celebrated as the grand Karthigai Deepam festival.