Shubh Muhurat 2026: The Ultimate Calendar for Wedding, Home & Gold

By Bavishyavani Team | Vedic Panchang Division

Updated: December 13, 2025 | Reading Time: 22 Minutes

Table of Contents:

1. The Astrology of 2026: Why Early Year is Blocked?

2. Vivah Muhurat 2026 (Wedding Dates)

3. Griha Pravesh Muhurat 2026 (House Warming)

4. Vehicle & Property Purchase Dates

5. Solah Sanskar: Namkaran & Mundan Dates

6. Month-by-Month Planner 2026

7. Frequently Asked Questions

In the ancient science of Vedic Astrology, Time (Kaal) is the fourth dimension of success. You can have a powerful Horoscope, but if you plant the seed during a storm, the tree will not grow.

Shubh Muhurat is the art of finding the exact moment when the cosmic energy is supportive of your actions.

2026 is a “Game of Two Halves.” If you are planning a wedding or a massive life change in January, February, or March, you must read this Shubh Muhurat 2026 guide carefully. The stars are in a rare “Lockdown” mode during Q1 due to Venus Combustion (Shukra Asta).

However, once the gates open in April 2026, we enter a Golden Era for wealth and relationships. This comprehensive guide lists every verified Shubh Muhurat 2026 for marriage, property, and vehicle purchase.

1.The Astrology of Shubh Muhurat 2026: Why Early Year is Blocked?

Before you pick a date from the Shubh Muhurat 2026 calendar, you must understand the “Why.” Three major cosmic events dictate the timeline this year.

A. The Venus Shutdown (Shukra Asta)

• Dates: Dec 10, 2025 – Feb 16, 2026.

• Impact: Venus (Shukra) is the Karaka (Significator) of Marriage and worldly pleasures. When Venus comes too close to the Sun, it becomes “Combust” or invisible. When it is combust, there is no valid Shubh Muhurat 2026 for weddings.

• Result: No Vedic Marriages can be performed during this time. A marriage done now lacks the blessing of love and longevity.

B. The Sun in Pisces (Kharmas/Malmas)

• Dates: March 14 – April 14, 2026.

• Impact: When the Sun travels through Pisces (ruled by Jupiter), the focus shifts to spirituality, not celebration.

• Result: Auspicious works like weddings, mundan, or housewarming are prohibited.

C. The Jupiter Shift (Guru Gochar)

• Event: Jupiter moves from Gemini to Cancer (Exalted) in late 2026.

• Impact: The second half of the year is exceptionally powerful for Griha Pravesh and starting new businesses, as the “Guru” blesses expansion.

2. Vivah Shubh Muhurat 2026 (Verified Wedding Dates)

related – Hindu Marriage Dates 2026, Shadi Muhurat 2026, Tamil Wedding Dates

Because of the “Venus Shutdown,” the 2026 Wedding Season is shorter than usual. It effectively begins in mid-April.

Below are the Shuddh (Pure) Vivah Muhurats calculated based on Tribhuvana Shuddhi (Sun, Moon, Jupiter).

 The Danger Zone (Do Not Marry)

• Jan 1 – Feb 16: Venus Combust.

• Feb 23 – Mar 3: Holashtak (8 days before Holi are inauspicious).

• Mar 14 – Apr 14: Kharmas.

• July 17 – Nov 11: Chaturmas (Lord Vishnu sleeps).

The Golden Wedding Calendar 2026

Month	Best Dates (Shubh Tithi)	Astrology Note
April	18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 26, 27, 29	Season Opener! Akshaya Tritiya (19th) is excellent.
May	1, 6, 7, 11, 15, 16, 21, 27, 29	Best Month of the Year. Strong Jupiter.
June	3, 9, 11, 12, 14, 25	Good dates, but avoid late June (Mercury Retro).
July	2, 7, 9	Last dates before Chaturmas begins.
November	12, 14, 18, 22, 25, 26, 29	Dev Uthani Ekadashi (Nov 20) restarts the season.
December	3, 4, 9, 10, 14	Hurry before Kharmas starts on Dec 16.

Pro Tip for Destination Weddings: Since May and November are the only “Peak” months, venues will be booked out fast. Plan accordingly.

3. Griha Pravesh Shubh Muhurat 2026 (House Warming)

related: New House Entry Dates, Griha Pravesh 2026 Marathi, Vastu Shanti Dates

Entering a home is not just about moving furniture; it is about establishing the Prana (Life Force) in the structure.

Note: There are three types of Griha Pravesh.

1. Apoorva: Entering a newly built home (Strict dates).

2. Sapoorva: Entering a home after renovation/travel (Flexible).

3. Dwandwa: Entering a home after a calamity (Specific rituals).The dates below are for Apoorva (New Home), which requires the strictest adherence.

Best Griha Pravesh Dates 2026

• February: 16, 23, 26 (Only safe dates in Q1).

• April: 20, 22, 24, 26, 29.

• May: 2, 6, 11, 21. (Jupiter in Gemini aspects the home; highly auspicious).

• June: 3, 11, 25.

• November: 4, 11, 16, 18, 29.

• December: 4, 11.

 Avoid: Tuesdays (ruled by Mars, causes fire/arguments) and Saturdays (ruled by Saturn, causes delays). Thursday (Jupiter) is the best day for Griha Pravesh.

4. Vehicle & Property Purchase Dates

Finding the right Shubh Muhurat 2026 for buying assets is crucial to prevent accidents or financial loss.

Related: Car Buying Dates 2026, Gold Purchase Muhurat, Property Registration

A. Vehicle Purchase (Car/Bike)

In 2026, Saturn enters Pisces (a Water Sign).

• Lucky Colors for 2026 Cars: White, Silver, Light Blue.

• Avoid: Black or Dark Red cars on Tuesdays/Saturdays.

Best Dates:

• April: 19 (Akshaya Tritiya), 24, 26.

• May: 15, 22, 29.

• June: 5, 12, 19.

• October: 20 (Dussehra – Vijayadashami).

• November: 6, 13, 20 (Dhanteras).

B. Property & Gold (Wealth)

Akshaya Tritiya 2026: Sunday, April 19, 2026

This is the “King of Dates.”

• Significance: Sun and Moon are both Exalted.

• Action: Buy Gold, Register Land, or Start a SIP.

• Pushya Nakshatra Dates: Jan 29, Feb 25, Mar 25, Oct 21. (These are the “Wealth Multiplier” days).

• The most powerful Shubh Muhurat 2026 for wealth creation is Sunday, April 19, 2026 (Akshaya Tritiya). Any gold or land bought on this day multiplies in value.

5. Solah Sanskar: Namkaran & Mundan Dates

For your child’s well-being, strictly follow the Shubh Muhurat 2026 for Namkaran (Naming) and Mundan (Tonsure).

Related: Baby Naming Ceremony 2026, Mundan Sanskar 2026, Tonsure Ceremony

For parents, these two ceremonies are vital for the child’s health and longevity.

Namkaran (Naming Ceremony) 2026

Best Days: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday.

• Jan: 21, 22, 26, 30.

• Feb: 2, 6, 11, 16, 20.

• Mar: 5, 9, 12, 23.

• April: 16, 19, 24, 30.

• May: 6, 8, 14, 21, 28.

Mundan (Tonsure/Head Shave) 2026

Strictly Avoid: Chaitra Month (March/April) and Chaturmas (July-Oct).

• Feb: 16, 23.

• April: 20, 24, 27.

• May: 6, 7, 14, 22, 29.

• June: 4, 11, 18, 26.

6. Month-by-Month Planner 2026 (At a Glance)

A quick reference guide to help you plan your year.

Month	Rating	Advice
January	⭐	Low Energy. Venus Combust. No weddings. Focus on planning.
February	⭐⭐	Mixed. First half blocked. Second half (after 16th) opens up slightly.
March	⭐	Spiritual Only. Kharmas and Eclipse. Good for meditation, bad for celebration.
April	⭐⭐⭐⭐	Action Starts. Wedding season opens mid-month. Akshaya Tritiya on 19th.
May	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Power Month. Best for Marriage, House, Business. Do everything now.
June	⭐⭐⭐	Good. Safe for most activities. Be careful of Mercury Retro late month.
July	⭐⭐	Closing Doors. Finish tasks by July 15 before Chaturmas begins.
August	⭐	Rest. No weddings. Focus on festivals (Raksha Bandhan).
September	⭐⭐	Ancestral. Pitr Paksha dominant. Good for charity, bad for buying.
October	⭐⭐⭐	Navratri Boost. Post-Oct 12 (Navratri) is excellent for buying cars/gold.
November	⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐	Wedding Boom. The massive winter wedding season begins.
December	⭐⭐⭐	Last Call. Wrap up events before Dec 16 (Kharmas).

7. Detailed Month-by-Month Muhurat Analysis 2026

Here is your deep-dive planner. We analyze the energy of every month to help you find the perfect Shubh Muhurat 2026.

January 2026: The Slow Start

• Planetary Vibe: Rest & Review.

• Major Events: Sun enters Capricorn (Makar Sankranti) on Jan 14. Mars is direct (good energy), but Venus is Combust (bad for love/luxury).

• Strategy: Use this month for planning, saving money, and health checkups. Do NOT plan weddings or launch luxury brands.

• Best For: Paying off debts, cleaning the house, spiritual retreats.

• Avoid: Marriage, Engagement, buying expensive jewelry.

February 2026: The Turning Point

• Planetary Vibe: Transition.

• Major Events: Venus rises (Shukra Uday) on Feb 16. Solar Eclipse on Feb 17. Holashtak starts Feb 23.

• Strategy: You have a tiny “Golden Window” between Feb 18 and Feb 22. This is the only safe time for auspicious works in Q1.

• Best For: Quick Griha Pravesh (if urgent), buying a vehicle (post-16th).

• Avoid: The Eclipse day (17th) and Holashtak (23rd onwards).

March 2026: The Spiritual Month

• Planetary Vibe: Karma & Spirit.

• Major Events: Lunar Eclipse (Mar 3). Sun enters Pisces (Kharmas starts Mar 14).

• Strategy: This is a “Blackout Month” for material auspiciousness. It is excellent for meditation, visiting temples, or donating to charity.

• Best For: Occult studies, yoga, meditation, charity.

• Avoid: EVERYTHING material. No property buying, no weddings, no mundan.

April 2026: The Grand Opening

• Planetary Vibe: Explosion of Luck.

• Major Events: Kharmas ends (Apr 14). Akshaya Tritiya (Apr 19).

• Strategy: The floodgates open! April 15 onwards is the busiest time of the year. If you need to register a property or buy gold, April 19 is non-negotiable.

• Best For: Gold purchase, Investments, Weddings, New Business Launch.

• Avoid: Nothing. The energy is pure.

May 2026: The Power Month

• Planetary Vibe: Expansion.

• Major Events: Jupiter is strong. Sun in Taurus (Wealth).

• Strategy: This is the highest Muhurat density month. If you are getting married, aim for May. The planetary alignment ensures long-term stability in relationships.

• Best For: Destination Weddings, Laying Foundation Stones, Large-scale Griha Pravesh.

June 2026: The Stabilization

• Planetary Vibe: Steady Growth.

• Major Events: Mercury goes Retrograde late in the month (June 29).

• Strategy: Finish all your paperwork-heavy tasks (Visas, Contracts, Deeds) in the first 3 weeks. Do not leave them for the last week.

• Best For: Routine auspicious works, Namkaran, buying commercial vehicles.

• Avoid: Signing contracts after June 28.

July 2026: The Closing Window

• Planetary Vibe: Hurry Up.

• Major Events: Devshayani Ekadashi (Gods Sleep) usually happens mid-July.

• Strategy: The wedding season shuts down again for 4 months (Chaturmas). You must wrap up all celebrations by July 15.

• Best For: Last-minute weddings, quick moves.

• Avoid: Starting new construction after mid-July.

August 2026: The Eclipse Tunnel

• Planetary Vibe: Intensity.

• Major Events: Two Eclipses (Aug 12 & 28).

• Strategy: A volatile month. Leaders might fall; markets might crash. Keep a low profile. Do not take risks.

• Best For: Protecting assets, insurance, health checkups.

• Avoid: Risky investments, travel during eclipse days.

September 2026: The Ancestral Connection

• Planetary Vibe: Respecting the Past.

• Major Events: Pitr Paksha (Shradh) dominates the second half.

• Strategy: Dedicate this time to ancestors. No buying new clothes or items. It is believed that buying new things during Pitr Paksha brings bad luck.

• Best For: Charity, feeding the poor, family reunions.

• Avoid: Buying a car, home, or clothes.

October 2026: The Victory

• Planetary Vibe: Triumph.

• Major Events: Navratri & Dussehra (Oct 20).

• Strategy: Post-Navratri, the shopping season begins. Dussehra (Vijayadashami) is one of the 3.5 most auspicious days in the Vedic calendar. Excellent for buying vehicles and tools/machinery.

• Best For: Buying Cars, Electronics, Tools, Weapons (Ritualistic).

November 2026: The Wedding Boom 2.0

• Planetary Vibe: Celebration.

• Major Events: Dev Uthani Ekadashi (Gods Wake Up). Jupiter is Exalted in Cancer (late year).

• Strategy: The second wedding season begins, and it is even stronger than the first because Jupiter is exalted. Marriages now bring massive family wealth.

• Best For: Luxury Weddings, Gold Jewelry, Long-term Investments.

December 2026: The Year End

• Planetary Vibe: Reflection.

• Major Events: Kharmas starts mid-month (Dec 16).

• Strategy: You have the first two weeks to finish tasks. After Dec 16, the energy turns inward again to prepare for 2027.

• Best For: Winter weddings (early Dec), planning for the next year.

• Avoid: Late December auspicious works.

8. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Can I do a Court Marriage during Shukra Asta (Venus Combust)?

A: Legally, yes. Astrologically, it is not recommended. Venus rules the “happiness” in marriage. Signing papers during Venus Combust can lead to a lack of emotional satisfaction or intimacy issues later. It is better to wait until Feb 16.

Q: My astrologer said Akshaya Tritiya is in May?

A: They might be looking at an old calculation or a different location. In India (IST), Akshaya Tritiya 2026 falls on April 19. Always verify with a local Panchang.

Q: Is 2026 a good year to build a house?

A: Yes! Saturn in Pisces (Water) and Jupiter in Cancer (Exalted Water) create a beautiful flow for construction, especially for homes near water bodies or in lush green areas. May 2026 is the best month to lay the foundation stone.

Q: What if I have to buy a car urgently on a Saturday?

A: If you cannot avoid Saturday, ensure you perform the purchase during the Hora of Venus or Mercury (usually 1 hour after sunrise or 1 hour after sunset). Do a small puja immediately.

Q: Are these dates valid for USA/UK?

A: These dates are based on Indian Standard Time (IST). If you are in the USA (EST/PST), the Tithi might change by one day. It is highly recommended to Get a Location-Based Muhurat for accuracy.

Q:Which is the most auspicious Shubh Muhurat 2026?

A: Akshaya Tritiya on April 19 is the most powerful Abujh (Universal) Muhurat of the entire year.

Q: Can I get married without a Shubh Muhurat 2026? A: We strongly advise against it. Marrying during prohibited times (like Venus Combustion) can lead to marital discord. Always stick to the verified Shubh Muhurat 2026 dates.

Q: Is the Shubh Muhurat 2026 calendar different for USA/UK? A: Yes. The Tithi depends on sunrise. If you live abroad, Book a Consultation to convert the Shubh Muhurat 2026 to your local time zone.

Conclusion: Respect the Cosmos

The universe operates on rhythm. 2026 is a year of Patience followed by Reward.

The first 3 months test your patience with blocked dates. But once April arrives, the abundance is overflowing.

Do not rush. A house entered at the right time becomes a home; a couple united at the right time becomes a legacy. Use this calendar to align your life with the stars.

• Want a custom date for your unique birth chart? Book a Personal Muhurat Consultation

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