Ganesh Chaturthi in South Africa
In 2026, Ganesh Chaturthi falls on Monday, 14 September 2026.
About Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi is a vibrant Hindu festival honoring the elephant-headed deity Lord Ganesha, the god of wisdom and prosperity. The occasion involves the installation of clay idols in homes and public spaces, followed by traditional worship and cultural festivities. It is an important religious observance for the South African Hindu community, concluding with a ceremonial immersion of the idols.
Ganesh Chaturthi dates in South Africa
Observance dates for Ganesh Chaturthi across a 10-year window (2023-2030).
| Year | Date | Day | Holiday |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 18 Sep 2023 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2024 | 6 Sep 2024 | Friday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2025 | 26 Aug 2025 | Tuesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2026This year | 14 Sep 2026 | Monday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2027 | 3 Sep 2027 | Friday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2028 | 23 Aug 2028 | Wednesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2029 | 11 Sep 2029 | Tuesday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
| 2030 | 1 Sep 2030 | Sunday | Ganesh Chaturthi |
18 Sep 2023
Monday · Ganesh Chaturthi
6 Sep 2024
Friday · Ganesh Chaturthi
26 Aug 2025
Tuesday · Ganesh Chaturthi
14 Sep 2026
Monday · Ganesh Chaturthi
3 Sep 2027
Friday · Ganesh Chaturthi
23 Aug 2028
Wednesday · Ganesh Chaturthi
11 Sep 2029
Tuesday · Ganesh Chaturthi
1 Sep 2030
Sunday · Ganesh Chaturthi
