Thursday, 11 February 2027
Vasant Panchami 2027
In short
Vasant Panchami 2027 is on Thursday, 11 February 2027: Shukla Paksha Panchami of Magh, the tithi current at mid-morning (purvahna) in New Delhi.
- Date
- Thursday, 11 February 2027
- Tithi
- Magh Shukla Paksha Panchami
- Tithi begins
- 11 Feb, 03:07
- Tithi ends
- 12 Feb, 03:20
- Place
- New Delhi
How it is observed
Vasant Panchami marks the arrival of spring and is dedicated to Saraswati, the goddess of learning, music and the arts.
Students and artists worship Saraswati, placing books, pens and instruments before her image, and many young children write their first letters (vidyarambha). In India people often wear yellow; in Nepal devotees visit Saraswati shrines such as those at Swayambhu and Lazimpat, and the day is considered auspicious for weddings.
Frequently asked questions
When is Vasant Panchami in 2027?
Vasant Panchami 2027 is on Thursday, 11 February 2027.
How is the date of Vasant Panchami decided?
By the lunisolar calendar: it falls on Shukla Paksha Panchami of Magh, the tithi current at mid-morning (purvahna) in New Delhi. The date is computed from the positions of the Sun and Moon, which is why it moves against the Gregorian calendar from year to year.
How is Vasant Panchami observed?
Students and artists worship Saraswati, placing books, pens and instruments before her image, and many young children write their first letters (vidyarambha). In India people often wear yellow; in Nepal devotees visit Saraswati shrines such as those at Swayambhu and Lazimpat, and the day is considered auspicious for weddings.