Sharad Navratri 2026
9 Days • 9 Colors • 9 Stories
October 11–19, 2026
2026 color calendar
Day 1 • October 11, 2026
Orange • Maa Shailputri
The first day marks the beginning of Sharad Navratri. Shailputri, the daughter of the Himalayas, represents a grounded beginning, strength and devotion. It is a day to set a positive intention for the nine-day journey.
Day 2 • October 12, 2026
White • Maa Brahmacharini
The second day is associated with Brahmacharini, a form representing perseverance, discipline and devotion. The day can be used as a reminder to stay steady with personal, family and spiritual routines.
Day 3 • October 13, 2026
Red • Maa Chandraghanta
The third day is associated with Chandraghanta and is commonly linked with courage, energy and protection. Red also has a strong festive association and is widely used for Devi offerings and celebrations.
Day 4 • October 14, 2026
Royal Blue • Maa Kushmanda
The fourth day is associated with Kushmanda, a form connected in traditional stories with creative energy and radiance. It is a good day to bring brightness into the home and keep the celebration joyful.
Day 5 • October 15, 2026
Yellow • Maa Skandamata
The fifth day is associated with Skandamata, the motherly form of Devi. The day can highlight care, family bonds, gratitude and the joy of celebrating together.
Day 6 • October 16, 2026
Green • Maa Katyayani
The sixth day is associated with Katyayani, a warrior form of Devi in traditional accounts. The day is often connected with courage, determination and channeling energy toward meaningful goals.
Day 7 • October 17, 2026
Grey • Maa Kalaratri
The seventh day is associated with Kalaratri, the fierce form of Devi in many traditions. The theme is often understood as courage in the face of fear and the strength to move through difficulties.
Day 8 • October 18, 2026
Purple • Maa Mahagauri
The eighth day is widely associated with Mahagauri and, in many calendars, Durga Ashtami. It is an important day for prayer, family participation and the deeper devotional side of Navratri.
Day 9 • October 19, 2026
Peacock Green • Maa Siddhidatri
The ninth day completes the nine-day Navratri cycle and is associated with Siddhidatri in the commonly followed Navdurga tradition. It is a natural day for gratitude, reflection and preparing for the festival’s culmination.
Day 6 • Green
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Every day now has its own guide with the traditional color, Navdurga form, significance, practical preparation, outfit ideas, food notes and celebration ideas.
Everything you need to know about Navratri Colors 2026
Check the Sharad Navratri 2026 color calendar from October 11–19, including today’s Navratri color, Navratri color of the day and commonly associated meanings. This page is useful for searches such as Navratri colors 2026, Navratri 9 colors 2026, Navratri colours 2026, Navratri color of the day, today Navratri color, Navratri dress color 2026, Navratri colour list and 9 days 9 colors of Navratri.
Why use Navratri Colors 2026?
Plan Navratri outfits, Navratri dress colors, accessories, Garba outfits, Dandiya outfits and nine-day festive looks from one calendar. Color significance is presented as a traditional or commonly associated interpretation, not a universal religious rule.
Complete tool guide
How to use it
- 1
Check the date and today’s color during October 11–19.
- 2
Find the required day in the nine-day list.
- 3
Read the commonly associated significance.
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Use it as a festive outfit and preparation reference.
Common use cases
- Today Navratri color
- Navratri 9 colors 2026
- Nine-day outfit planning
- Garba and Dandiya outfit planning
Best practices
- • Regional and family traditions can differ.
- • Use your family or community convention when it differs.
- • Save the calendar before Navratri begins.
Important limitations
- • Color traditions vary by region and calendar source.
- • Meanings are cultural associations, not scientific claims.
- • Dates shown are for Sharad Navratri 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the Navratri colors for 2026?
Orange, White, Red, Royal Blue, Yellow, Green, Grey, Purple and Peacock Green from October 11 through October 19.
What is today’s Navratri color?
During October 11–19, 2026, the page identifies the date-based color automatically.
Why does the color change each day?
The commonly followed sequence assigns a color to each day, with the first color determined by the weekday on which Navratri begins.
Are Navratri colors the same everywhere?
Not necessarily; regional and family traditions can differ.
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