If you have missed the Kumbh Mela this is your chance to experience the same at Magh Mela to be held at Prayagraj where the holy rivers Ganga, Yamuna and the mythical Saraswati meet at the sacred Triveni Sangam in the month of Magh i.e., January 2026.
There will be millions of devotees attending this holy festival. During this mela it is believed that taking bath (snan) at the sangam will wash away all your sins and help attain spiritual peace.
Magh Mela 2026 Dates & Venue
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Particulars |
Details |
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Festival Name |
Magh Mela 2026 |
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Location |
Triveni Sangam, Prayagraj |
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Start Date |
Wednesday, 3 January 2026 |
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End Date |
Sunday, 15 February 2026 |
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Duration |
Around 6 weeks |
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Main Attraction |
Holy bathing (Snan), rituals, Akharas |
Important Bathing (Snan) Dates for Magh Mela 2026
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No. |
Occasion |
Date |
Significance |
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1 |
Paush Purnima (Snan) |
3 January 2026 |
Marks the beginning of Magh Mela |
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2 |
Makar Sankranti (Snan) |
14 January 2026 |
Very auspicious solar transition; early morning bath is important |
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3 |
Mauni Amavasya (Main Snan) |
18 January 2026 |
Largest and most sacred bathing day |
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4 |
Basant Panchami (Snan) |
23 January 2026 |
Associated with wisdom and purity |
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5 |
Magh Purnima (Snan) |
1 February 2026 |
Highly sacred full moon bath |
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6 |
Maha Shivratri (Final Snan) |
15 February 2026 |
Concluding day of Magh Mela |
Key Highlights of Magh Mela 2026
- Grand Akhara Processions- There will be a procession happening by saints, Naga sadhus, and revered Gurus at Megh Mela.
- Kalpavas – Experience devotees doing kalpavas by staying on the riverbanks for a month with meditation, fasting, prayers, and daily rituals.
- Spiritual & Devotional Music - At the mela you can experience the bhajans, kirtans and religious talks by saints and scholars.
- Mesmerizing Evenings at Sangam- Do not miss the magical Triveni Sangam to explore The Ganga Aarti, glowing lamps, and illuminated riverbanks that create a relaxing and calming environment.
How to Reach Magh Mela 2026 Prayagraj
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Mode of Travel |
Details |
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By Air |
Nearest airport: Prayagraj Airport (Bamrauli Airport). From the airport, Triveni Sangam is about 12–15 km. Taxis and cabs are easily available. |
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By Train |
Major railway stations: Prayagraj Junction, Prayagraj Rambagh, and Prayag Junction. Special trains are usually added during Magh Mela. |
