getabiteSharada Navratri
Lunar calendar
Nine nights in autumn (Ashwin), ending near Dussehra. Vegetarian and fasting foods are widely promoted in India.
Religious practice is described respectfully and factually. Availability of dishes varies by place and year.
Typically easier to find
Fasting snacks, sattvic thalis, fruit chaat, and restaurants advertising Navratri specials.
Note on practice
Dates and food rules vary by community. Treat listed dates as a travel aid, not a liturgical authority.
On the menu
- Navratri special / vrat · Order card in this language
Upcoming dates
- October 11, 2026 to October 19, 2026
- October 1, 2027 to October 9, 2027
- September 20, 2028 to September 28, 2028
Countries and regions
Source: Hindu Sharada Navratri; approximate lunar window. As of March 22, 2026.
