2026 Wedding Season Reopens: All 11 Auspicious Vivah Muhurat Dates Before Kharmas

Direct answer: According to the New Delhi Vivah Muhurat calendar, 11 auspicious wedding dates are available between November and December 2026: November 21, 24, 25 and 26, followed by December 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 11 and 12. The wedding season resumes after Dev Uthani Ekadashi on November 20. Kharmas begins on December 16, 2026, when the Sun enters Sagittarius (Dhanu). Exact wedding timings depend on the location and the family's Panchang tradition.

If you are planning a Hindu wedding before the end of 2026, the remaining wedding window is relatively short. Families preparing invitations, venues and ceremonies should check the dates early and confirm the final muhurat with their family priest.

All 11 Vivah Muhurat Dates in November and December 2026

Here are the auspicious marriage dates listed for New Delhi:

These dates are a general Panchang-based reference for New Delhi. They should not be treated as personalised muhurat timings for every couple or location.

Why Does the Wedding Season Resume After Dev Uthani Ekadashi?

Dev Uthani Ekadashi, also called Prabodhini Ekadashi, is traditionally associated with the awakening of Lord Vishnu after the Chaturmas period.

In many Hindu traditions, auspicious ceremonies such as weddings are avoided during Chaturmas. Dev Uthani Ekadashi marks the traditional reopening of the period considered suitable for marriage ceremonies.

In 2026, Dev Uthani Ekadashi falls on November 20. The first date in the referenced wedding calendar is November 21.

Families can check the relevant Panchang and auspicious timings on Astroly before making their arrangements.

Why Are Weddings Traditionally Avoided During Kharmas?

Kharmas, also known as Dhanu Maas in this context, begins when the Sun enters Sagittarius (Dhanu Rashi).

In 2026, Dhanu Sankranti occurs on December 16. In many North Indian Hindu traditions, weddings and certain other auspicious ceremonies are avoided during this period.

This is why December 12 is included as the last date in the referenced wedding-muhurat list before Kharmas begins.

Kharmas is observed differently across regional traditions. Families should follow their own Panchang and consult their priest before finalising a ceremony.

Is Choosing a Vivah Muhurat Date Enough?

Not necessarily. A general marriage date is only a starting point.

Traditionally, a priest or astrologer may also examine:

• The couple's birth charts and compatibility.
• Tithi and Nakshatra on the selected date.
• The wedding Lagna and its planetary placements.
• The positions of Jupiter and Venus.
• Local sunrise and the location-specific muhurat.
• Regional and family customs.

Couples who follow Kundli matching can begin by comparing their birth charts using Astroly's Kundli Matching tool.

You can also generate a Free Online Kundli to review the birth details used for a traditional chart analysis.

How to Choose the Right Wedding Muhurat

Before confirming your wedding date, follow these steps:

1. Shortlist a date from the general Vivah Muhurat calendar.
2. Check the Panchang for your wedding location.
3. Confirm the exact time window with your family priest.
4. Have both partners' birth details available if personalised chart analysis is required.
5. Finalise the venue and ceremony schedule only after confirming the muhurat.

If you have questions about marriage timing or compatibility, you can chat with an astrologer on Astroly and discuss your birth-chart details.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How many auspicious wedding dates are left in 2026?

The referenced New Delhi calendar lists 11 dates between November 21 and December 12, 2026.

2. When does the Hindu wedding season resume in 2026?

The traditional wedding season resumes after Dev Uthani Ekadashi on November 20, 2026. November 21 is the first date in the referenced list.

3. When does Kharmas start in December 2026?

Kharmas begins on December 16, 2026, with the Sun's entry into Sagittarius (Dhanu), according to the referenced solar-ingress calculation.

4. What is the last Vivah Muhurat date before Kharmas in 2026?

December 12, 2026, is the last date in the referenced New Delhi wedding-muhurat list before Kharmas begins.

5. Are these wedding dates valid for every city in India?

Not necessarily. Muhurat timings depend on location, sunrise, Panchang calculations and regional traditions. A Delhi-based list should not automatically be applied to Mumbai, Chennai, Kolkata or other cities.

6. Should couples check Kundli matching before marriage?

Kundli matching is a traditional Vedic astrology practice used by many families to examine compatibility. It can be considered alongside personal understanding, communication and practical compatibility. It should not be treated as a guarantee of marital success.

Final Thoughts

The November–December 2026 wedding window offers 11 dates in the referenced New Delhi calendar, beginning November 21 and ending December 12.

If you are planning a wedding, check the local Panchang and confirm the exact muhurat before finalising the ceremony. A general date list is useful for planning, but the final timing should reflect your location, family traditions and individual requirements.

Disclaimer: Vivah Muhurat dates are based on traditional Hindu Panchang calculations and may vary by location, calendar methodology and community. This article is for informational purposes. Confirm the final date and timing with a qualified family priest or Jyotishi.