Raksha Bandhan Date 2027-2036: Rakhi Day by Year

Raksha Bandhan Date 2027-2036: When Is Rakhi Each Year?

The Raksha Bandhan date in 2027 is Tuesday, August 17, and the 2028 date is Saturday, August 5. Raksha Bandhan, also called Rakhi or Rakshabandhan, always falls on the full-moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana, so the Gregorian date moves every year. The table below lists each date through 2036.

Raksha Bandhan Date 2027

Raksha Bandhan 2027 falls on Tuesday, August 17, 2027, in the 33rd week of the year. It follows the 2026 festival (Friday, August 28) and arrives 11 days earlier on the calendar. Families who send Rakhis abroad should post parcels in the first week of August to be safe.

Raksha Bandhan Date 2028

Raksha Bandhan 2028 falls on Saturday, August 5, 2028, in week 31. Because it lands on a Saturday, many families can gather without taking leave. Only the 2031 festival (Saturday, August 2, 2031) falls earlier in the 2027-2036 range.

Raksha Bandhan Date 2034

Raksha Bandhan 2034 falls on Wednesday, August 30, 2034, in week 35, the latest date in this range. It comes 20 days after the 2033 festival (Wednesday, August 10, 2033). Raksha Bandhan 2035 follows on Sunday, August 19, 2035.

Which Weekdays Does Raksha Bandhan Fall On from 2027 to 2036?

Four of the ten dates land on a weekend: Saturday in 2028, 2031 and 2032, and Sunday in 2035. The other six fall on working days, with Tuesday (2027 and 2030) and Thursday (2029 and 2036) appearing twice each. If you plan to travel to your family, check the weekday first and book leave early for the years that fall between Monday and Friday.

Rakhi Date Last Year and This Year (2025 and 2026)

Raksha Bandhan 2026 took place on Friday, August 28, 2026. Last year’s Rakhi, Raksha Bandhan 2025, was on Saturday, August 9, 2025.

Year	Raksha Bandhan date	Day
2025	August 9, 2025	Saturday
2026	August 28, 2026	Friday

Why the Raksha Bandhan Date Changes Every Year

Raksha Bandhan follows the Hindu lunisolar calendar, not the Gregorian one. A lunar year is about 11 days shorter than a solar year, so the festival normally moves 10 to 12 days earlier each year: from August 17, 2027 to August 5, 2028 is a shift of 12 days.

To keep festivals in their seasons, the calendar adds an extra month, called Adhik Maas, every two to three years. In those years Raksha Bandhan jumps 18 to 20 days later. The table shows it clearly: 2029 lands on August 23 and 2034 on August 30. This is why a simple “same date as last year” rule never works for Rakhi.

Raksha Bandhan Time: Purnima Tithi and Bhadra Kaal

The Raksha Bandhan date is the day Shravana Purnima (the full-moon tithi) is in effect, but the clock time for tying the Rakhi depends on your city. A tithi can begin on one day and end on the next, and it starts and ends at different local times in Delhi, Mumbai, London or Toronto.

Panchangs usually publish three timings: the start and end of the Purnima tithi, the Bhadra Kaal, and the recommended window for the ceremony. By tradition, families avoid tying the Rakhi during Bhadra Kaal, and many panchangs favour the afternoon (Aparahna) slot once Bhadra ends. For the Raksha Bandhan 2028 date and time, the day is Saturday, August 5, 2028; confirm the exact muhurat in a local panchang or with your temple closer to the festival.

Raksha Bandhan Kab Hai? (रक्षाबंधन कब है?)

Short answers in Hinglish for the most searched years:

• 2027 mein Raksha Bandhan kab hai? 17 August 2027, mangalvar (Tuesday).
• 2028 mein Raksha Bandhan kab hai? 5 August 2028, shanivar (Saturday).
• 2033 mein Raksha Bandhan kab hai? 10 August 2033, budhvar (Wednesday).
• 2034 mein Raksha Bandhan kab hai? 30 August 2034, budhvar (Wednesday).
• 2035 mein Raksha Bandhan kab hai? 19 August 2035, ravivar (Sunday).

Is Raksha Bandhan a Public Holiday in India?

Raksha Bandhan is not a nationwide public holiday in India. The central government lists it as a restricted (optional) holiday, and several state governments declare it a holiday in their own notifications. Banks, schools and offices therefore differ from state to state, so check your state’s official holiday list before planning travel. If you travel to be with your family, book tickets as soon as the official date is confirmed, because Rakhi weekends are busy.

What Is Raksha Bandhan? Meaning and Origins

Meaning of Raksha Bandhan

Raksha Bandhan is an annual festival celebrated mainly in India and across the Indian diaspora. “Raksha” means protection and “Bandhan” means bond, so the name translates as the bond of protection. On this day a sister ties a sacred thread, the Rakhi, around her brother’s wrist, and he promises to protect her and gives her a gift. Shravana is the fifth month of the Hindu lunar calendar, and Purnima is its full-moon day, which is why the festival is also known as Rakhi Purnima.

Origins and Legends

The ritual is old. According to Britannica, a text from the first centuries CE already describes a priest tying a protective amulet on a king on Shravana’s full-moon day. Several legends explain the modern festival:

• Draupadi and Krishna: in the Mahabharata, Draupadi tied a strip of cloth around Krishna’s wrist, and he vowed to protect her.
• Lakshmi and King Bali: the goddess Lakshmi is said to have tied a thread on King Bali to win back Vishnu.
• Rani Karnavati and Humayun: a popular tradition says the queen of Chittor sent a Rakhi to the Mughal emperor for help; historians debate the details.

Raksha Bandhan Rituals and Traditions

The Rakhi Ceremony

The ceremony starts with a thali holding the Rakhi, roli or kumkum, rice grains, sweets and a lamp. The sister performs aarti, applies a tilak on her brother’s forehead and ties the Rakhi on his right wrist. Elders in the family add their blessings, and the sister then offers sweets to her brother.

Gifts, Sweets and Family Meals

After the thread is tied, brothers give gifts such as jewellery, books, gadgets or money. Kaju katli, rasgulla and other sweets are shared, and many households cook a festive meal. Cousins, aunts and uncles often visit, so the day is a family reunion as much as a sibling ritual. The Raksha Bandhan overview on Wikipedia lists the regional variants in more detail.

Raksha Bandhan Across India and Nepal

The same full-moon day carries different names. In western Maharashtra, Gujarat and Goa it is Nariyal Purnima, when coconuts are offered to Varuna, the sea god. In Nepal it is Janai Purnima, when men who wear the sacred thread replace it, and the brother-sister Rakhi ritual is sometimes observed alongside it. These parallel observances explain why the festival date matters beyond siblings: the same Purnima carries a family ritual, a sea offering and a sacred-thread ceremony, depending on where and how it is observed. Knowing the exact Raksha Bandhan date therefore helps communities, temples and employers plan well in advance.

How to Prepare for Raksha Bandhan: Step-by-Step Checklist

A little planning keeps the ceremony relaxed. Follow these steps in order:

1. Confirm the Raksha Bandhan date for your year and note the Purnima tithi and Bhadra Kaal in a local panchang.
2. Choose the Rakhi and the gift two to three weeks ahead, or order them online if your sibling lives far away.
3. Prepare the thali with the Rakhi, roli or kumkum, rice grains, sweets and a lamp.
4. Set the ceremony for the recommended window, after Bhadra Kaal ends, and tell relatives the exact time.
5. Share sweets, exchange gifts and keep a photo of the day for the family album.

Modern Ways to Celebrate Raksha Bandhan

Families abroad now post Rakhis, order them online with sweets and cards, or hold a video call so the ceremony happens live. Order seven to ten days ahead for international delivery. Sisters also tie Rakhis on each other, which keeps the idea of mutual protection. If you cannot meet, record a short message or build a photo album of shared memories to send with the gift. Families in the UK, the US and Canada usually follow a panchang calculated for their own city, because tithi timings shift with the time zone, so the ceremony hours can differ from those published for India.

More Festivals and Events Coming Up in India

Planning around Rakhi often means tracking other festivals. These are the next events on the India calendar:

Raksha Bandhan FAQs

When is Raksha Bandhan in 2028?

Raksha Bandhan in 2028 is on Saturday, August 5, 2028. It falls on Shravana Purnima, the full-moon day of the Hindu month of Shravana.

When was Raksha Bandhan in 2025?

Raksha Bandhan in 2025 was on Saturday, August 9, 2025, and the 2026 festival followed on Friday, August 28, 2026.

How many days is Raksha Bandhan celebrated?

Raksha Bandhan is celebrated for one day, the full-moon day of Shravana. Gift shopping and family visits can stretch the celebration across a few days.

Can a sister tie a Rakhi on another sister’s wrist?

Yes. Many families now have sisters tie Rakhis on each other to show that love and protection are mutual.

Is Raksha Bandhan only for Hindus?

No. It is traditionally a Hindu festival, but people of other faiths and communities across India also celebrate it as a gesture of sibling love.

What are popular Rakhi gift ideas?

Popular gifts include jewellery, chocolates, sweets, personalised items and gift cards.

How can I celebrate Raksha Bandhan from a distance?

Send the Rakhi and gift online, schedule a video call and tie the thread virtually with your sibling.

Plan the Rest of the Year

Browse more India holidays and festivals or print the India 2027 calendar to mark Raksha Bandhan on August 17, 2027.