Where Search makes a History
Dhantrayodashi festival in 2026 falls on Fri, 6th November according to the predictions by SearchIndia. Dhantrayodashi is a hindu festival and is celebrated by North Indian people. Dhantrayodashi is celebrated as one of the 86 Hindu Festivals by North Indian people and celebrations and rituals remarking Dhantrayodashi is carried out differently in different parts.
Dhantrayodashi, also called Dhanteras, marks the first day of the five-day Diwali festival. Falling on the thirteenth lunar day (Trayodashi) of Krishna Paksha in Kartik, it is dedicated to wealth deities-Dhanvantari (god of medicine) and Lakshmi (goddess of prosperity). Homes are cleaned and brass or silver coins and utensils are bought to attract good fortune.
Devotees perform Lakshmi puja in the evening, lighting diyas and placing them around entrances to welcome prosperity. Offerings include sweets, coins, and gold ornaments. Prayers to Lord Dhanvantari for health and healing are integral, as Dhanteras is also considered Auspicious for purchasing health-related items. Rangoli and music complete the festive atmosphere. People also check electronics and kitchenware before Diwali's main night, following regional rituals that blend practicality with spirituality.
Regional variations include Maharashtra's tradition of buying silver sugar-thekua-and South India's practice of offering jaggery and pulses at temple thresholds. In some North Indian communities, the first business account book is opened on Dhanteras. Modern traditions include online pujas, digital ledger openings, and e-shopping for auspicious purchases. Dhantrayodashi symbolizes the interplay of health, wealth, and auspicious beginnings, setting a prosperous and balanced tone for Diwali.