NOV04WED

Ekadashi is a sacred day of fasting and devotion, observed twice every month as instructed by Bhagwan Swaminarayan in the Shikshapatri. Devotees keep a nirjala, farali, or ekṭāṇu vrat according to their ability, and spend the day in darshan, katha, kirtan, mala, and remembrance of Bhagwan Swaminarayan. Observing Ekadashi with faith purifies the mind, strengthens self-control, and brings one closer to Bhagwan. Rama Ekadashi is observed on November 4, 2026 in the USA and Canada. Devotees in India, UK, Australia, and New Zealand observe it on November 5.

NOV05THU

Rama Ekadashi is a sacred day of fasting and devotion, observed as instructed by Bhagwan Swaminarayan in the Shikshapatri. Devotees keep a nirjala, farali, or ekṭāṇu vrat according to their ability, and spend the day in darshan, katha, kirtan, mala, and remembrance of Bhagwan Swaminarayan. The day is also celebrated as Vagh Baras, which marks the joyful beginning of the Diwali festivities, as homes and mandirs are cleaned, decorated, and lit with diyas to welcome the festival of lights. Rama Ekadashi is observed on November 5, 2026 in India, UK, Australia, and New Zealand. Devotees in the USA and Canada observe it on November 4.

NOV06FRI

Dhanteras marks the auspicious beginning of the Diwali festivities. Homes and mandirs are cleaned, decorated, and lit with diyas as devotees prepare to welcome the festival of lights. On this day, devotees offer prayers to Bhagwan Swaminarayan for health, prosperity, and happiness in the year ahead, remembering that the greatest wealth in life is devotion to Bhagwan.