When is Vasant Panchami 2027?

In 2027, Vasant Panchami falls on Thursday, 11 February 2027.

What are the Vasant Panchami puja rituals?

At sunrise, wear yellow clothes and offer yellow flowers to Saraswati.; Place books, instruments, and tools at the altar for blessing.; Students and artists perform puja and seek Saraswati's grace.; Eat yellow-coloured food (kesar milk, mewa); fly kites in some regions.

What to eat on Vasant Panchami?

Kesar halwa, Mewa, Yellow rice, Boondi

What should you do on Vasant Panchami?

Wear yellow; Worship Saraswati; Place books for blessing

What should you avoid on Vasant Panchami?

Do not disrespect books; Avoid tamasic food; Do not skip puja if a student

Which deity is worshipped on Vasant Panchami?

Vasant Panchami is dedicated to Saraswati.

Vasant Panchami 2026 — Date & Puja Vidhi

Vasant Panchami Significance & Spiritual Meaning

Vasant Panchami marks the onset of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of learning, music, and arts. It falls on Magha Shukla Panchami. Yellow is the dominant colour.

Vasant Panchami Mythology & Legend

According to the Brahma Purana, Brahma created the universe and felt something was missing. Saraswati emerged from his mouth with a veena. She is also associated with the day when Kamadeva shot his arrow at Shiva to awaken him from meditation. Spring is considered the season of love and creativity.

Vasant Panchami Puja Rituals & Vidhi

At sunrise, wear yellow clothes and offer yellow flowers to Saraswati.
Place books, instruments, and tools at the altar for blessing.
Students and artists perform puja and seek Saraswati's grace.
Eat yellow-coloured food (kesar milk, mewa); fly kites in some regions.
In the evening, distribute prasad and organise cultural programmes.

Vasant Panchami Mantras in Sanskrit

ॐ सरस्वत्यै नमः

oṃ sarasvatyai namaḥ

Salutations to Saraswati

Vasant Panchami Traditional Foods & Prasad

●Kesar halwa
●Mewa
●Yellow rice
●Boondi

Vasant Panchami Regional Celebrations across India

North India(वसन्त पंचमी)

Saraswati puja, kite flying

Bengal(সরস্বতী পূজা)

Saraswati Puja in schools and homes

Punjab(ਬਸੰਤ ਪੰਚਮੀ)

Kite flying, yellow attire

Vasant Panchami Do's & Don't's

Do's

✓Wear yellow
✓Worship Saraswati
✓Place books for blessing
✓Eat yellow prasad

Don'ts

✗Do not disrespect books
✗Avoid tamasic food
✗Do not skip puja if a student

Vasant Panchami — Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vasant Panchami?: Vasant Panchami marks the onset of spring and is dedicated to Goddess Saraswati, the deity of learning, music, and arts.
When is Vasant Panchami 2027?: In 2027, Vasant Panchami falls on Thursday, 11 February 2027.
What are the Vasant Panchami puja rituals?: At sunrise, wear yellow clothes and offer yellow flowers to Saraswati.; Place books, instruments, and tools at the altar for blessing.; Students and artists perform puja and seek Saraswati's grace.; Eat yellow-coloured food (kesar milk, mewa); fly kites in some regions.
What to eat on Vasant Panchami?: Kesar halwa, Mewa, Yellow rice, Boondi
What should you do on Vasant Panchami?: Wear yellow; Worship Saraswati; Place books for blessing
What should you avoid on Vasant Panchami?: Do not disrespect books; Avoid tamasic food; Do not skip puja if a student
Which deity is worshipped on Vasant Panchami?: Vasant Panchami is dedicated to Saraswati.

Upcoming Vasant Panchami Dates in 2026, 2027 & Beyond

Vasant Panchami is a sacred Hindu festival observed on the tithi shown. Dates are calculated from the Panchang for your region.

Times shown for New Delhi, India (IST)

Date	Day	Moonrise Time	Special Name
11 Feb 2027	Thursday	09:19 am	—

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