Tulja Bhavani Festival 2026

Full Date

September 22, 2026 6:00 AM – October 2, 2026 9:00 PM

Muhurat Timings in India

• Navratri Puja

  Daily pujas, prayers, and cultural events during the festival period.

  September 22, 2026 6:00 AM – October 2, 2026 9:00 PM

Introduction

The Tulja Bhavani Festival is one of Maharashtra's most significant religious festivals, honoring the Goddess Bhavani with grand Navratri celebrations and devotional activities.

Other Names

Tulja Bhavani Navratri, Tuljapur Festival

Pooja Vidhi

• Start with Ghatasthapana (kalash setup) on the first day.
• Perform daily abhishekas and aarti with devotees participating.
• Recite hymns and stories of Goddess Bhavani.
• Celebrate culmination on Vijayadashami with grand rituals.

Rituals

• Daily Navratri pujas and abhishekas at the temple.
• Processions and devotional singing of bhajans and kirtans.
• Community feasts and cultural performances.
• Special ceremonies on Bhavani Ashtami and Vijayadashami.

Regional Highlights

• Tulja Bhavani is the Kuldevi of many Marathi families and warriors.
• The festival is marked by devotion, music, and cultural heritage.
• It is a major tourism and religious event in Maharashtra.

History

The festival celebrates the goddess Bhavani, revered as the family deity of great Maratha warriors like Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj. It holds deep cultural and spiritual significance in the region.

Additional Information

• Devotees from Maharashtra and neighboring states converge in Tuljapur for darshan.
• The festival has been granted state-level status by the Maharashtra government.
• Extensive arrangements are made for devotees including live streaming of events.