Ganesh Chaturthi
Also known as Vinayaka Chaturthi
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Tuesday 15 September 2026
Observance date and times for Christchurch, New Zealand.
| Tithi begins | 1:38 pm, Monday 14 September 2026 |
|---|---|
| Tithi ends | 2:15 pm |
| Observance window begins | 11:15 am |
| Observance window ends | 1:36 pm |
About Ganesh Chaturthi
Ganesh Chaturthi celebrates the birth of Lord Ganesha, remover of obstacles and patron of new beginnings.
How it is observed
Families install a Ganesha murti at home or in the community, offer modak and durva grass, and worship him for one and a half to eleven days before immersion (visarjan). Avoiding the sight of the moon on this night is a common custom.
About the time shown: The Ganesha puja is traditionally performed at midday (madhyahna).
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Calendar basis
Bhadrapada Shukla Chaturthi; tithi prevailing at madhyahna
Tradition: Pan-Hindu. Customs differ between regions and families — follow your family tradition or temple where it differs.
Across New Zealand
| City | Date | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Auckland | Tue 15 Sep | 11:06 am – 1:28 pm |
| Hamilton | Tue 15 Sep | 11:04 am – 1:25 pm |
| Tauranga | Tue 15 Sep | 11:00 am – 1:22 pm |
| Wellington | Tue 15 Sep | 11:06 am – 1:27 pm |
| Palmerston North | Tue 15 Sep | 11:03 am – 1:24 pm |
| Christchurch | Tue 15 Sep | 11:15 am – 1:36 pm |
| Dunedin | Tue 15 Sep | 11:23 am – 1:44 pm |
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