Hariyali Teej 2026 – Celebration of Monsoon, Marital Well-being and Women’s Festivity

Full Date

15 August 2026 Morning (after sunrise) – 15 August 2026 Evening (till night rituals)

Muhurat Timings in India

• Community Teej Gatherings & Swing Festivals

  Local women’s groups arrange Teej gatherings where swings are decorated, bhajans are sung and cultural programs showcase folk dances and songs.

  15 August 2026 Morning to Evening – 15 August 2026 Evening (concluding rituals)

Introduction

Hariyali Teej is a vibrant monsoon festival celebrated primarily by women in North and Central India. It honours the reunion of Lord Shiva and Goddess Parvati, celebrates the greenery of the season and emphasizes marital happiness, fertility and cultural songs, swings and gatherings.

Other Names

Haryali Teej, Teej (Shravana Tritiya)

Pooja Vidhi

• Wake early, bathe and wear clean traditional clothes (preferably green).
• Prepare a puja thali with flowers, incense, sweets, fruits and a small idol or image of Parvati-Shiva.
• Apply mehndi, adorn the hands and perform aarti while singing traditional Teej bhajans.
• Offer prayers for husband’s long life (or pray for a good spouse), break the fast after evening rituals or as per family custom.
• Share prasad and visit relatives and neighbours for blessings and social exchange.

Rituals

• Married women observe a day-long fast for the long life and well-being of their husbands; unmarried women fast for a good spouse.
• Women dress in green or bright clothes, apply henna (mehndi) on hands and wear bangles and traditional jewellery.
• Swinging on decorated swings (jhulans) hung from trees and singing folk Teej songs is a joyful part of celebrations.
• Visit to temples, perform Parvati-Shiva puja, offer flowers, sweets and prayers at home or in community gatherings.
• Prepare special festive foods and share sweets and seasonal delicacies with friends and family.

Regional Highlights

• Hariyali Teej is especially popular in Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh and Haryana with region-specific songs and customs.
• In Rajasthan the festival includes elaborate swings and Teej processions; in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar families celebrate with community gatherings and special foods.
• In urban areas, cultural organizations and temples organise public Teej events bringing together women from diverse backgrounds.

History

Teej festivals have ancient roots in Hindu tradition celebrating seasonal cycles and divine unions. Hariyali Teej specifically is linked to legends of Parvati’s penance and reunion with Shiva, symbolizing devotion, marriage blessings and the prosperity of the land during monsoon.

Additional Information

• Hariyali Teej celebrates the rejuvenation brought by monsoon rains — the name ‘Hariyali’ refers to greenery and fresh growth.
• It is one of three major Teej festivals (Hartalika Teej, Kajari/Kamariya Teej and Hariyali Teej) observed across North India with slightly different legends and practices.
• If you publish local pages, consider adding regional songs (Teej bhajans), mehndi designs and swing-decoration tips to increase engagement.