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0 weekends until Dussehra 2026
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Across 3 days, with no full weekend in between.
Counted from today, Saturday, October 17, 2026, in your time zone. The target day itself is included; today is not. Dates follow the official rule — see our sources.
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About Dussehra
Dussehra, also called Vijayadashami, ends Navratri and marks the victory of good over evil, from Rama's defeat of Ravana to Durga's win over Mahishasura. The date shown is the festival day itself.
Dussehra falls on the 10th day of the bright half of Ashvin, right after the nine nights of Navratri, in September or October.
More about Dussehra: history and traditions
How we check dates and facts: see our sources.
After 2026, Dussehra falls on October 9, 2027, September 27, 2028, October 16, 2029. See every year.
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Frequently asked questions
When is Dussehra 2026?
Dussehra 2026 is on Tuesday, October 20, 2026. Dussehra falls on the 10th day of the bright half of Ashvin, right after the nine nights of Navratri, in September or October.
When is Dussehra 2027?
Dussehra 2027 falls on Saturday, October 9, 2027.
Does Dussehra 2026 fall on a weekend?
No, it is a Tuesday.
How are weekends counted?
Every Saturday–Sunday weekend that starts after today and on or before the target date counts once.
Why does Dussehra change date every year?
Dussehra falls on the 10th day of the bright half of Ashvin, right after the nine nights of Navratri, in September or October.